Bigfoot Running Company - Houston
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Heroes and Villains Half Marathon - Houston
The event is presented by Bigfoot Running Company at Brazos River Park. Multiple race distances are offered on park and greenbelt trails that are mostly paved with some crushed granite and dirt. Aid stations are available along the courses.
Distances include:
- Kids Dash (50 meter untimed dash, ages 10 and under)
- 1 Mile Fun Run
- 5K Run 3.11 miles (chip timed)
- Quarter Marathon 6.55 miles (chip timed)
- Half Marathon 13.1 miles (chip timed)
- Virtual Run 13.1 miles
- Volunteer Then Run 5K option
All finishers in every distance receive a medal and a shirt. Top overall finishers receive Bigfoot trophies and age group awards include pins for top placings and masters recognition. A costume contest held before the races awards a $25 gift card, a free future race entry, and a Bigfoot Prize Pack. A DJ will provide announcements and music and there are snacks and refreshments at the Race Rally Tent.
Packet pickup is open for 1.5 hours before the race. Shirt guarantee applies up to 10 days before the event. Youth pricing and other discounts are noted: 5K and 10K participants aged 12 and under have a reduced fee, referral and group discounts are available. Volunteer roles range from water stations to lead bike and mascot. The event proceeds rain or shine and the organizer follows a no refund policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
