Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Houston

🏞️ Event Location

Location Pending: Brazos River Park

🔥 Race Overview

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon: Embrace the Heat, Conquer the Challenge

Welcome to the ultimate test of endurance and spirit, The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Texas' stunning parks, this exhilarating race kicks off at 7am, offering a fresh start to your summer day. As the golden sun rises, casting a warm glow over the landscape, you'll embark on a journey through some of the most beautiful and serene natural settings Texas has to offer.

🌳 Race Experience

• Challenging Route: The race route winds through lush, shaded trails, alongside sparkling rivers, and across rolling hills, providing both a challenge and a feast for the eyes.
• Temperature: Despite the early start, the notorious Texas heat will make its presence felt, adding an extra layer of intensity to your run.
• Aid Stations: The course is dotted with well-stocked aid stations, ensuring you stay hydrated and energized as you push your limits.
• Nature's Beauty: Majestic oak trees offer brief respites of shade, wildflowers blanket the meadows, and the cheerful songs of birds accompany your footsteps.

👟 Participant Experience

Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time half marathon participant, The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon promises an unforgettable experience. It's more than just a race: it's a celebration of resilience, community, and the breathtaking beauty of Texas' natural landscapes. So lace up your running shoes, embrace the heat, and get ready to conquer The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon. Let the summer adventure begin!

🎉 Event Festivities

• Post-Race Celebration: Enjoy awesome medals, cool T-shirts, and snacks at the race rally tent with a live DJ playing all the hits.
• Aid Stations: Aid stations will be on the course to provide water and assistance during your run.
• Recognition: All award winners will be announced and recognized for their accomplishments.
• Safety Focus: Our primary focus is to make your race fun, safe, and exciting.

👶 Youth Pricing

• Pricing: Youth-based pricing for the 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & Under are only $15!
• Referral Reward: Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
• Group Discounts: Join as a group and receive special group discounts.

🏁 Race Distances

• Kids Dash: Typically about a 20 yard dash, designed for kids 10 and under, not timed, includes T-shirt and medal.
• 1 Mile: Not chip timed, designed for all ages, includes a T-shirt and medal.
• 5K: Chip timed, 3.11 miles, features overall trophies and age group awards.
• 1/4 Marathon: Chip timed, 6.55 miles, features overall trophies and age group awards.
• Half Marathon: Chip timed, 13.1 miles, features overall trophies and age group awards.

🏆 Awards

Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon:

1st overall M/F - Trophy
1st overall M/F Masters age 40+ - Special recognition award lanyard pin
10 and under M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
11-14 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
15-19 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
20-24 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
25-29 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
30-34 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
35-39 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
40-44 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
45-49 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
50-54 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
55-59 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
60-64 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
65-69 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin
70+ M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

🗓️ Event Schedule

• 5:30-6:45am: Packet Pickup
• 6:55am: Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line)
• 7:00am: National Anthem and Race Start!
• Post-Race: Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

🌟 Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer roles include various positions such as water station attendants, course monitors, finish line helpers, and more. All volunteers arrive 1.5 hours before start time and will receive a Bigfoot race shirt, VIP race access, and a choice of a free race entry to a future event or a $20 pre-paid digital gift card.

💧 Other Important Information

• Rain or Shine: Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
• Packet Pickup: Offered for 1.5 hours before the event start time.
• Course Surface: Expect mixed course surfaces including pavement, crushed granite, and dirt paths.

🔗 Registration

Join us for the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon at this link.