Bigfoot Running Company - Little Rock
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Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Little Rock
The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon in Little Rock, AR offers multiple running events and a virtual option. The exact street location is listed as TBD. The event includes chip-timed races, untimed youth events, aid stations, and post-race refreshments at the rally tent.
Distances offered:
- Kids Dash - about 20 yards for ages 10 and under
- 1 Mile - untimed event for all ages
- 5K - 3.11 miles, chip timed
- Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles, chip timed
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles, chip timed
- Volunteer then Run - 3.11 miles, limited to first five sign ups
- Virtual Run - 13.1 miles, run remotely
Timing and awards: The 5K, Quarter Marathon, and Half Marathon are chip timed. First overall male and female finishers in timed distances receive trophies. Masters 40+ earn special recognition pins. Age-group awards and pins are provided across categories from 10 and under up to 70 plus.
Volunteer options and benefits: Multiple volunteer roles are described including water station, course monitor, finish line helper, packet pickup, lead bike, mascot, and sweeper. Full race volunteers receive a Bigfoot race shirt, VIP race access, and a choice of a free future race entry or a $20 prepaid digital gift card. The Volunteer then Run option provides a chip-timed bib, tee, and finisher medal for the 5K and is limited to the first five participants.
Course and logistics: Events are typically held in parks and green belts and may use paved trails, crushed granite, and dirt paths. A shirt guarantee cutoff is set at 10 days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
