Bigfoot Running Company - Oklahoma City

MAY
17
2026
Step back into the 80s for a themed run at Oklahoma City's Wheeler Park. Choose from a Kids Dash, a 1-mile fun run, or chip-timed 5K, quarter marathon, and half marathon distances. Enjoy 80s music, a costume contest, and all finishers get a medal and shirt.
Sun 17 May 2026
13 miles 7 miles 3 miles

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Event Overview

The Running Through the Decades - 1980s Edition is a themed running event hosted by Bigfoot Running Company. It takes place at Wheeler Park in Oklahoma City. The event features a pre-race 80s costume contest and includes 80s music and a retro atmosphere.

Distances

The event offers several race distances:

  • Kids Dash (approx. 50 meters for ages 10 & under)
  • 1 Mile Fun Run (untimed)
  • 5K (chip-timed)
  • Quarter Marathon 6.55 miles (chip-timed)
  • Half Marathon 13.1 miles (chip-timed)
  • Virtual Run

Event Details

All participants, regardless of distance, receive a finisher medal and an event t-shirt. The chip-timed races feature overall and age-group awards, with special Bigfoot trophies for top finishers and recognition pins for Masters runners (age 40+). A live DJ plays 80s music, and snacks and refreshments are provided after the race.

Course and Volunteers

The courses use paved trails and park paths, with some sections possibly on mixed surfaces like crushed granite or dirt. Aid stations with water are available on the course. The event also offers various volunteer opportunities, including a "Volunteer Then Run" option for the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half Marathon Run 13.1 Mile
7 mi
Quarter Marathon Run 6.55 Mile
3 mi
5k Run 3.1 Miles
3 mi
Volunteer Then Run 5k 3.11 Miles
1 Mile Run
Kids Dash
Virtual Run