Bigfoot Running Company - Austin

Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Austin

The Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Austin is scheduled for October 3, 2026 in Austin, TX. The event is presented as a parks edition produced by Bigfoot Running Company and features multiple race distances, on-course aid stations, race swag, and live awards.

Courses are planned on parks and green belts with mixed surfaces. Surfaces may include paved trails, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths. Several races are chip timed and standard age group awards and overall trophies are offered for timed distances. A pre-race costume contest is held at the starting area; a panel of judges evaluates entries and awards a best costume prize before the race begins. A post-race rally tent will host live music, refreshments, and award announcements. Medals, shirts, and Bigfoot trophies are listed as event items.

Volunteer options are available. The Volunteer then Run option includes a custom chip timed bib, a tee shirt, and a finisher medal. Full race volunteers may earn a Bigfoot race shirt, a souvenir medal when available, VIP race access, and a free future race entry or a $20 pre paid gift card. Packet pickup is offered beginning 1.5 hours before the event. Races proceed in all weather conditions.

Race distances offered: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Kids Dash - about a 20 yard dash for children 10 and under
• 1 Mile - not chip timed, includes shirt and medal
• 5K - chip timed, 3.11 miles
• Quarter Marathon - chip timed, 6.55 miles
• Half Marathon - chip timed, 13.1 miles
• Volunteer then Run
• Virtual Run

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