Bigfoot Running Company - Galveston
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About the race
The Day of the Dead Half Marathon in Galveston is centered at Stewart Beach and includes a range of in-person and virtual race options. The main event is a 13.1 mile half marathon that follows a paved course near the shoreline and through surrounding streets on Galveston Island. Course surfaces may include pavement, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths. Aid stations along the route provide water and on-course assistance.
The event features a pre-race costume contest judged for creativity and authenticity, with a prize awarded before the race. A post-race rally includes music from a DJ, refreshments, live awards announcements, and recognition of winners. The organizer provides medals, tee shirts, trophies, and award pins; a shirt size guarantee applies up to 10 days before the event. Chip timing is used for the 5K, quarter marathon, half marathon, and specified timed entries; some shorter events are not chip timed.
Volunteer roles include course monitors and aid station staff with volunteer benefits and rewards; a separate volunteer-then-run option combines volunteering and participation with a chip-timed bib, shirt, and finisher medal. The event proceeds regardless of weather and follows a no-refund policy.
Race distances offered include: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Kids Dash - about 20 yards; for children 10 and under.
- 1 Mile - one mile, not chip timed, includes tee shirt and medal.
- 5K - 3.11 miles, chip timed, trophies and age-group awards.
- Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles, chip timed with trophies and awards.
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles, chip timed with trophies and age-group awards.
- Volunteer then Run - volunteer option then 5K, chip timed, includes tee and medal.
- Virtual Run - 13.1 miles completed remotely, virtual participation option.
