Walker Place Park, Shreveport LA
Sunday, October 4th, 2026
🏞️ Location
Location Confirmed: Walker Place Park
🎉 Race Overview
Get ready for the “Day of the Dead Half Marathon: Parks Edition”! Starting at 8 a.m., this 13.1-mile race takes you through some of the most stunning parks in the region—where every step is a celebration of life and tradition.
- Start Time: 8 a.m.
- Distance: 13.1 miles
- Course: Beautifully adorned parks
- Celebration: Celebration of life and tradition
🌳 Course Details
As the sun rises, you’ll set off from the starting line in a beautifully adorned park, the morning air crisp and filled with the scent of marigolds. The course weaves through lush landscapes, sparkling lakes, and towering trees, offering the perfect blend of natural beauty and serene scenery.
- Aid Stations: Hydration to keep you fueled and motivated.
- Experience: Unique running experience amidst tranquility of nature.
- Finish Line: Cheering crowds ready to celebrate your accomplishment.
- Post-Race: Lively celebration at the rally tent.
🍽️ Post-Race Celebration
Crossing the finish line, you’ll be welcomed into a lively post-race celebration at the rally tent. Live music fills the air, and an array of delicious Mexican treats and refreshing drinks awaits you. Celebrate your success with fellow runners, share stories, and soak in the festive atmosphere.
- Food: Delicious Mexican treats and drinks.
- Entertainment: Live music at the rally tent.
- Community: Share your experience with fellow runners.
- Atmosphere: Festive and celebratory vibes.
👗 Costume Contest
At the heart of the “Day of the Dead Half Marathon: Parks Edition” is an exciting costume contest that invites runners to fully embrace the spirit of Día de los Muertos. Before the race kicks off, participants gather at the starting area, showcasing their most creative and vibrant costumes.
- Costume Evaluation: Judged based on creativity and authenticity.
- Award: “Day of the Dead Best Costume Award” for the winner.
- Pre-Race Excitement: Participants celebrating in true Day of the Dead fashion.
- Participation: Encouraged to run in style.
🏅 Medals and Awards
Join in all the festivities you have come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event.
- Medals: Awesome medals for finishers.
- Tee Shirts: Cool race tees for participants.
- Awards: Live awards ceremony for winners.
- Trophy: Coveted Bigfoot Trophies for overall winners.
👶 Youth Pricing
- Discount: 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
- Kids Dash: 20 yard dash for kids 10 and under.
- 1 Mile: For all ages and experience levels, includes a tee shirt and medal.
- 5K: Chip timed race with overall trophies.
- Quarter Marathon: 6.55 miles, includes chip timing and recognition pins.
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles course with chip timing and awards.
🏆 Awards Structure
Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon:
- Overall: 1st overall M/F - Trophy.
- Masters: 1st place M/F age 40+ - Special recognition award.
- Age Groups: 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, 3rd Bronze award pin.
📅 Event Schedule
- Packet Pickup: 6:30-7:45am.
- Kids Dash: 7:55am.
- National Anthem: 8:00am before race start.
- Results: Available immediately after your finish.
🙋♀️ Volunteer Opportunities
Sign up under the "VOLUNTEER" tab on the top menu!
- Course Monitors: Help maintain a safe course.
- Aid Station Volunteers: Provide water and support to participants.
- Perks: Earn Bigfoot race shirt, medal and VIP access.
- Costumes: Bonus for volunteers in creative costumes!
🌧️ Weather Policy
Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
Packet pickup is always offered for 1.5 hours before the event start time.
🌲 Course Information
Bigfoot Running Company races are typically held at parks and green belts.
You may run on pavement, crushed granite and when unavoidable a dirt path.
🔗 Registration Link
For more information and to register, visit: Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Shreveport.
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