Bigfoot Running Company - Austin
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Heroes and Villains Half Marathon - Austin
The Heroes and Villains Half Marathon is scheduled for 09/13/2026 in Austin, Texas, with the exact start location listed as TBD. The event is organized by Bigfoot Running Company and offers a range of race options and participant services.
Distances offered:
- Kids Dash - 50 meter untimed dash for ages 10 and under
- 1 Mile Fun Run - untimed, open to all ages
- 5K - 3.11 miles, chip timed
- Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles, chip timed
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles, chip timed
- Virtual Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- Volunteer Then Run 5K - 3.11 miles, limited to first 5 sign-ups
All finishers in every distance receive a medal and shirt. Chip timing is used for the 5K, quarter marathon, and half marathon. Packet pickup opens 1.5 hours before the race and participants who pre-order shirts are guaranteed sizes if ordered at least 10 days before race day. The course uses local park and greenbelt trails with mostly paved sections and some crushed granite and dirt; aid stations are available along the routes. The event proceeds rain or shine.
On-site activities include a costume contest, live DJ, awards ceremony with Bigfoot trophies and age group pins, finish line festivities, and snacks and refreshments. Volunteer roles include course monitors, water stations, finish line helpers, packet pickup, lead bike, mascot, and others. Full race volunteers receive a race shirt, VIP access, and a choice of a free future race entry or a $20 Amazon digital gift card. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
