Bigfoot Running Company - Galveston
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About the race
The Bigfoot Classic in Galveston is a multi-distance running event organized by Bigfoot Running Company. The listed venue is 401 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX, with Stewart Beach noted as a pending location.
Distances offered include:
- Kids Dash - about 50 meters for children 10 and under.
- 1 Mile - one mile event, includes shirt and medal, not chip timed.
- 5K - 3.11 miles, chip timed, overall trophies and age group awards.
- Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles.
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles.
- Volunteer then Run 5K - volunteer then run option for a 5K.
- Virtual Run - 9.33 miles virtual option.
All finishers receive a medal and a shirt. Several timed distances use chip timing and feature overall trophies and standard age group awards, including masters recognition. Aid stations are placed on course to provide water and assistance. The race rally tent supplies snacks and refreshments after the finish.
A crowd judged Legendary Beast Costume Contest will award a trophy, a Bigfoot prize pack, and a free entry to a future event to the winner. A DJ provides music and runner announcements, and a Bigfoot mascot will offer photo opportunities. Volunteer roles include water station, course monitor, finish line helper, sweeper, packet pickup, floater, lead bike, and mascot support. Packet pickup is available before the event. Shirt orders are guaranteed if submitted at least 10 days before the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
