Bigfoot Running Company - Austin
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Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Austin
The Running through the Decades event, hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, is a themed athletic gathering located at SE Metro Park in Del Valle, Texas. The 2026 edition focuses on the 1980s, encouraging participants to wear period-specific attire such as neon colors and retro athletic gear. The event features a live DJ playing music from the decade and a pre-race costume contest.
The course utilizes a variety of surfaces, including paved trails, park paths, crushed granite, and dirt sections. As the event takes place in public park spaces, runners may encounter other park users. Aid stations providing water are positioned along the routes to support participants.
Available distances include:
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles)
- 5K Run (3.11 miles)
- 1 Mile Run
- Kids Dash (approximately 50 meters for children 10 and under)
- Virtual Run
All participants receive a finisher medal and a race shirt. The running events are chip-timed, with the exception of the 1 Mile Run and the Kids Dash. Awards including trophies and pins are presented to top overall male and female finishers, masters runners, and winners in standard age group categories. Post-race refreshments and snacks are provided at the rally tent. The event takes place rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
