Bigfoot Running Company - Galveston
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Shark Week Showdown - Galveston, TX
Bigfoot Running Company presents a Shark Week themed set of races at Stewart Beach in Galveston on 2026-07-25. The event includes in-person and virtual options and provides race tees, finisher medals for the 1 Mile, 5K and 10K, and a special Kids Dash medal.
Distances offered:
- Kids Dash, 50 meters, for ages 10 and under
- 1 Mile, not chip-timed
- 5K (3.11 miles), chip-timed with awards
- 10K (6.22 miles), chip-timed with awards
- Virtual Run, 9.33 miles
- Volunteer then Run, 5K option with participation after helping
Race services and features include music at the start and finish, aid stations along the course, and packet pickup available beginning 1.5 hours before race start. Course surfaces include pavement, crushed granite, and some dirt paths. Events take place in public parks and greenbelts; participants should expect other park users such as dog walkers and cyclists.
Awards for the 5K and 10K include overall male and female Bigfoot trophies, a first Masters (40+) recognition pin, and standard age-group awards. Age groups run from 10 and under through 70 plus. Volunteer roles range from water station and course monitors to finish-line helpers and a lead bike. Volunteer Then Run for the 5K is limited to the first ten participants and includes a race tee and finisher medal.
Shirt guarantee requires registration at least ten days before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
