Bigfoot Running Company - Austin
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Event overview
The Running Through the Decades - 1980s Edition takes place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at SE Metro Park in Del Valle, Texas. The event is presented by Bigfoot Running Company and features an 1980s theme with a pre-race costume contest and music. Race formats include in-person and virtual options across multiple distances, plus a kids race and a volunteer-then-run option.
Distances and race details
- Kids Dash - about 50 meters for children 10 and under.
- 1 Mile - untimed fun run; includes tee and finisher medal.
- 5K (3.11 miles) - chip-timed; overall and age-group awards; Masters (40+) recognition.
- Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) - chip-timed; trophies and age-group awards.
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles) - chip-timed; trophies, Masters recognition, and age-group awards.
- Volunteer then Run 5K - limited spots; includes chip-timed bib, shirt, and finisher medal.
- Virtual Run - registration option without on-site participation.
All finishers receive a medal and shirt. Awards include 1st overall male/female Bigfoot trophies, 1st Masters (40+) recognition pin, and age-group Gold/Silver/Bronze pins for divisions from 10 & under through 70+.
Course, services, and volunteers
Courses use paved trails and park paths with possible mixed surfaces such as crushed granite or dirt. Aid stations with water will be available. Events occur in public park spaces where other park users may be present. Volunteer roles cover water stations, course monitoring, finish-line assistance, sweepers, packet pickup, lead bike, and a mascot role. Volunteers receive race shirts and other stated benefits. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
