Bigfoot Running Company - Austin
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Event Overview
The Red, White and Blue Half Marathon, organized by Bigfoot Running Company, takes place on June 14, 2026, in Austin, Texas. The specific venue is listed as "To Be Determined." The event features a range of distances for participants.
Race Distances
Participants can choose from several race distances:
- Kids Dash (approx. 50 meters, for children 10 and under)
- 2 Mile Run
- 4 Mile Run
- 8 Mile Run
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
A Virtual Run option is also available. The Kids Dash is not timed, while the 4 Mile, 8 Mile, and Half Marathon events are chip-timed.
Participant Perks
All finishers across all distances receive a race medal and a race T-shirt. Participants in the 4 Mile, 8 Mile, and Half Marathon distances receive chip-timed race bibs.
Awards and Recognition
Top finishers in the 4 Mile, 8 Mile, and Half Marathon distances will receive Bigfoot trophies. These three distances also feature standard age group awards, with gold, silver, and bronze recognition pins awarded across multiple categories. A special recognition pin is awarded to the first male and female masters (40+) finishers in these events.
Event Day Details
On race day, packet pickup is available starting at 5:30 AM. The Kids Dash begins at 6:55 AM, followed by the National Anthem and the start of the other races at 7:00 AM. The event includes multiple aid stations on the course. Post-race, snacks and refreshments are provided at a race rally tent, which features a DJ. Results and awards are available live at the registration tent after finishing.
Other Information
The event offers a "Volunteer then Run" option for the 4 Mile run, which is limited to the first 15 registrants. Standard volunteer roles are also available, with volunteers receiving a race shirt and other benefits. Youth pricing ($15) is available for participants aged 12 and under in the 2 Mile, 4 Mile, and 8 Mile events. Group discounts are offered, and a referral program provides a $20 refund for participants who refer five others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
