Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Austin

📍 Location

Pending SE Metro Park

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company

• Distances: Half Marathon | Quarter Marathon | 5K | 1 Mile | Kids Dash

🎶 Let’s Get Physical — 80’s Style!

Get ready to lace up your neon high-tops, tease up that hair, and break out your best 80’s threads for Running Through the Decades – The 1980s Edition! This totally tubular event will take you on a nostalgic run through the raddest decade ever — complete with a pre-race costume contest, 80’s music pumping all morning, and retro vibes everywhere. From headbands and leg warmers to mullets and Walkmans, it’s time to show off your inner Madonna or Maverick before you hit the course!

🎖️ Festivities and Awards

Join in all the festivities you’ve come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event:

• Finisher Medals: Awesome finisher medals for all participants
• Shirts: Super soft tees (shirt guarantee 10 days before race day)
• Entertainment: Live DJ spinning all the 80’s hits
• Trophies: Coveted Bigfoot Trophies & recognition pins

✨ Pre-Race Costume Contest

Before the starting gun, join us at 7:50 AM for the Best 80’s Costume Contest! We’re talking big hair, bright colors, shoulder pads, and all the glam. Winners will be chosen for the best overall look, best group, and most authentic 80’s outfit! It’s your time to shine under the disco ball before the real fun begins.

🏃‍♀️ Race Day Distances

• Kids Dash: About 50 meters of pure fun for kids 10 & under. Includes a shirt, Kids Dash medal, and memories for a lifetime.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: Perfect for all ages. Untimed, fun, and full of 80’s spirit. Includes tee and finisher medal.
• 5K (3.11 miles): Chip-timed event with overall and age-group awards, including special recognition for Masters (40+).
• Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles): Chip-timed race with overall Bigfoot trophies, Masters pins, and age-group awards.
• Half Marathon (13.1 miles): Chip-timed course with Bigfoot trophies for top finishers, Masters recognition, and full age-group awards.

All finishers receive a race medal and shirt — no matter the distance!

🏅 Awards & Recognition

• Standard Awards: Age Group Awards
• Overall Winners: 1st Overall Male/Female – Bigfoot Trophy
• Masters Recognition: 1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin
• Age Group Awards: 10 & under through 70+ receive Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins

🗓️ Event Schedule

• 6:30–7:45 AM: Packet Pickup
• 7:50 AM: 80’s Costume Contest
• 7:55 AM: Kids Dash (meet at the start line: we’ll walk participants to their start area)
• 8:00 AM: National Anthem & Main Race Start (Half, Quarter, 5K, and 1 Mile)

Post-Race: Live results & awards available at the Registration Tent immediately after you finish!

🎉 Extra Fun & Perks

• Youth Pricing: Ages 12 & under run the 5K or 10K for just $15!
• Referral Bonus: Refer 5 friends and get $20 back!
• Group Discounts: The bigger your group, the bigger your discount — perfect for themed 80’s crews!

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Then Run (5K Distance Only)

Be part of the action and run the 5K! Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.

Volunteer Then Run Schedule:

• Arrive 1.5 hrs early to help with packet pickup
• Run the 5K
• Help hand out awards post-race

Limited to first 5 sign-ups only. (Does not include Full Race Volunteer benefits below.)

🙌 Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Role)

Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time. Volunteers will not participate in the race and receive:

• Volunteer Shirt: Bigfoot race shirt
• VIP Access: VIP race access
• Gift: Choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 Amazon digital gift card

All volunteers check in at the Registration Tent 1.5 hours before start time.

🎖️ Volunteer Roles & Ratings

• Water Station: Keep cups filled and cheer on runners! Rating: Chill position with great interaction.
• Course Monitors: Direct runners and cheer them on! Rating: Fun, exciting — right in the action.
• Finish Line Helper: Assist with medals, refreshments, and cheering finishers. Rating: Easy and fun — at the heart of the celebration.
• Turtle / Sweeper: Support the final participant. Rating: Slightly physical — rewarding and great exercise.
• Packet Pickup / Results: Distribute bibs, shirts, and help celebrate finishers. Rating: Busy before, fun and relaxed after.
• Floater: Assist wherever needed—medals, snacks, crowd support, etc. Rating: Super easy and fun — in the middle of all the excitement.
• Lead Bike: Guide the first runners on the correct course. Rating: Active and enjoyable.
• Bigfoot Mascot: Cheer and take photos. Rating: The coolest position — you’re the star of the show!

🏞️ Course Info

Courses are held on paved trails and park paths, with some mixed surfaces possible (crushed granite or dirt). Aid stations will be available with water and support to keep you hydrated and safe.

• Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces (pavement, crushed granite, dirt paths).
• Public Space Notice: Events take place in public parks, greenbelts, and roads. Please be courteous and aware.

Bigfoot races happen rain or shine — so get ready to rock the run, rain-jacket or not!

⚡ Join the Legend

Don’t miss your chance to run, dance, and groove your way through the 1980s! Whether you’re chasing a PR or just chasing nostalgia, this race will have you smiling from start to finish.

So grab your friends, crank up the synths, and let’s get physical — Bigfoot style!

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