Bigfoot Running Company - Pflugerville
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Event Details
The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon – Austin is a running event with multiple distances scheduled for August 15, 2026. It takes place at Lake Pflugerville Park in Pflugerville, Texas.
Distances
The event offers the following race distances:
- Kids Dash (approximately 20 yards, not timed)
- 1 Mile Run (not chip-timed)
- 5k Run (3.1 miles, chip-timed)
- Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles, chip-timed)
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles, chip-timed)
- Virtual Run
Registration and Amenities
A separate "Volunteer then Run 5K" option is available, limited to a small number of participants. Packet pickup is offered for 1.5 hours before the event start. Youth-based pricing is available for the 5K and Quarter Marathon for participants aged 12 and under.
All participants receive a t-shirt and finisher medal. A DJ provides music and announces runners. Snacks and refreshments are available at the finish area. Aid stations with water are located on the course.
Awards
The 5K, Quarter Marathon, and Half Marathon feature chip timing and awards. Trophies are awarded to the first overall male and female finishers in each of these three main distances. Special recognition pins are given to the first male and female Masters (age 40+) finishers. Standard age group awards (gold, silver, and bronze pins) are presented for multiple categories from 10 and under to 70+.
Course and Organization
The course is described as winding through shaded trails and natural settings. The organizer notes that courses may include pavement, crushed granite, or dirt paths. The event is organized by the Bigfoot Running Company and proceeds regardless of weather conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
