Bigfoot Running Company - Austin
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Running Through the Decades 1980s Edition at SE Metro Park, Del Valle TX
Running Through the Decades is a themed event hosted by Bigfoot Running Company at SE Metro Park in Del Valle, Texas. The event offers multiple distances and a retro 1980s atmosphere with a live DJ, costume contest, and era-specific music and imagery.
Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon 13.1 miles
- Quarter Marathon 6.55 miles
- 5K 3.11 miles
- 1 Mile fun run
- Kids Dash about 50 meters
- Volunteer Then Run 5K option
- Virtual Run 13.1 miles
Several races are chip timed and include overall and age-group awards. Awards include Bigfoot trophies for overall winners, special recognition for Masters runners aged 40 and over, and age-group pins from 10 and under through 70 plus. All finishers receive a medal and a shirt; shirt availability is noted in race materials.
A pre-race costume contest recognizes best overall, best group, and most authentic 1980s outfit. Volunteers can take roles such as water station, course monitor, finish line helper, sweeper, packet pickup, floater, lead bike, or mascot. Volunteer rewards vary by role and may include shirts, VIP access, or a choice of a future race entry or a gift card.
Courses use paved trails and park paths with possible sections of crushed granite or dirt. Aid stations will provide water. Events occur in public park settings where other park users may be present. Activities proceed rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
