Bigfoot Running Company - Houston
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Shark Week Showdown 5K & 10K : Houston, TX
Shark Week Showdown is scheduled for 08/01/2027 in Houston, TX, with the listed venue address to be determined (zipcode 77031). The event is presented by Bigfoot Running Company and includes in-person and virtual race options.
Distances offered:
- Kids Dash : 50 m, not timed
- 1 Mile : finisher medal and race tee
- 5K : 3.11 miles, chip-timed with awards
- 10K : 6.22 miles, chip-timed with awards
- Volunteer then Run 5K : 3.11 miles, limited spots
- Virtual Run : 9.33 miles
Race-day features include race tees, finisher medals for the 1 Mile, 5K, 10K and a special Kids Dash medal, music at the start and finish areas, aid stations along the course, and finish-line celebrations with awards. The 5K and 10K have overall and masters recognitions plus standard age-group awards; age groups start at 10 & under and extend to 70 and older.
Volunteer options are available. The Volunteer then Run 5K option includes a chip-timed bib, race tee, and finisher medal and is limited to the first 10 sign-ups. Full race volunteers receive a race shirt, VIP race access, and a choice of a free future race entry or a $20 prepaid digital gift card.
Packet pickup opens 1.5 hours before the race start and shirt guarantee requires registration at least 10 days before race day. Expect mixed terrain including pavement, crushed granite, and some dirt paths, with events held in parks and greenbelts. The event proceeds in all weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
