Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Oklahoma City

Race Overview

Location Confirmed: Wheeler Park

☀️ Welcome to the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon— where summer heat meets an unforgettable race experience!

• Start Time: Starting at 7 AM
• Course: Scenic course through beautiful parks and trails
• Atmosphere: DJ playing all the hits and announcing every runner
• Aid Stations: Positioned along the course for hydration and assistance

Post-Race Celebration

Join Bigfoot Running Company for a race experience packed with everything you love — awesome medals, cool tees, live awards, high-energy staff, and the legendary Bigfoot medal! Celebrate your finish with snacks, refreshments, music, and a post-race rally full of fun.

🔥 Lace up, embrace the heat, and get ready to conquer the hottest Half Marathon of the summer!

Refreshments After the Race

Cool down after you heat up! 🌙🍧 Summer Meltdown isn't just about conquering the miles — it's about celebrating the finish line. Join us after the race for a refreshing treat from Kona Ice. Cross the finish line, grab your medal, and cool off with a sweet post-race reward!

Registration and Discounts

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

Race Distances Offered

• Kids Dash: About a 20 yard dash for kids 10 and under, includes tee shirt and medal.
• 1 Mile: A non-timed event for all ages, includes a tee shirt and medal.
• 5K: Chip-timed 3.11 miles with trophies and recognition pins for top finishers.
• 1/4 Marathon: Chip-timed 6.55 miles with awards for overall finishers and masters.
• Half Marathon: Chip-timed 13.1 miles with awards for overall and masters finishers.

Awards and Recognition

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
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

5:30-6:40am: Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race!
6:55am: Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line)
7:00am: National Anthem and Race Start!
Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

Volunteer Information

Volunteer then Run includes a custom chip-timed bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! You can participate in the 5K run offered for this event. Sign up under the "VOLUNTEER" tab to help with packet pickup and join everyone at the start line.

Volunteer Positions Available

• Water Station: Ensure water cups are filled and cheer for participants.
• Course Monitors: Help ensure participant safety while cheering on runners.
• Finish Line Helper: Assist with finish line tasks and celebrate participant successes.
• Turtle/Sweeper: Encourage the last runner and signal completion to others.

Additional Notes

• Weather Policy: Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
• Packet Pickup: Always available 1.5 hours before the event. Additional pickup info will be emailed.
• Course Conditions: Expect a mix of paved trails, crushed granite, and dirt paths.

More Information

For more details and to register for the race, visit Summer Meltdown Half Marathon.