Bigfoot Running Company - Corpus Christi
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Event overview
The Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Corpus Christi takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Bayside Park, 1517 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401. The event is hosted by Bigfoot Running Company and is themed for Day of the Dead celebrations. The event area includes a race rally tent with post-race food and music, aid stations on course, and a pre-race costume contest judged for a Best Costume Award.
Race details
Distances offered:
- Kids Dash - short dash for children 10 and under
- 1 Mile - untimed 1 mile event
- 5K - chip timed, 3.11 miles
- Quarter Marathon - chip timed, 6.55 miles
- Half Marathon - chip timed, 13.1 miles
- Volunteer then Run and Virtual Run options also available
Course surface notes: routes may use paved trails, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths. Packet pickup is offered 1.5 hours before the event start time. Aid stations provide water on course.
Awards and volunteer options
Timed races (5K, Quarter Marathon, Half Marathon) offer first overall male and female trophies and standard age-group pins for many age brackets. Masters recognition is provided for 40+ in timed events. Full race volunteers receive a race shirt, souvenir medal (subject to availability), VIP access, and a free future race entry or a $20 prepaid digital gift card. The "Volunteer then Run" option includes a chip-timed bib, tee, and finisher medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
