Bigfoot Running Company - Houston
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Running Through the Decades - 1980s Edition
Running Through the Decades - 1980s Edition is presented by Bigfoot Running Company at Brazos River Park in Houston on May 1, 2027. The event features several race formats and a retro theme with 1980s music and a pre-race costume contest judged for best overall, best group, and most authentic 1980s outfit.
Race options include:
- Kids Dash : about 50 meters for ages 10 and under.
- 1 Mile : untimed fun run.
- 5K (3.11 miles) : chip-timed, overall and age-group awards.
- Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) : chip-timed with Bigfoot trophies and age-group awards.
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles) : chip-timed with Bigfoot trophies and full age-group awards.
- Volunteer Then Run 5K (chip-timed bib) and a Virtual Run option for 13.1 miles are also offered.
All finishers receive a race medal and shirt. A live DJ will provide 1980s music during race activities, and snacks and refreshments will be available at a central rally or registration area. Age-group awards include male and female categories from 10 & under through 70+ with Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins; 1st overall male and female receive Bigfoot trophies; Masters (40+) receive special recognition pins.
Volunteer roles are listed for aid stations, course monitoring, finish-line support, packet pickup, lead bike, mascot, and sweep positions. Course surfaces include paved trails and park paths with possible sections of crushed granite or dirt; aid stations will provide water and support. Packet pickup is available before race start and live results and awards are handled at the registration area after finishing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
