Bigfoot Running Company - San Antonio
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Event Overview
The Day of the Dead Half Marathon - San Antonio is a multisport event scheduled for October 4, 2026, in Live Oak, Texas. The race is part of the Texas Parks Edition series, taking place at Northeast Lakeview College. The courses are designed to transition through local park landscapes, including lakes and wooded areas. While the organizers aim to utilize paved trails, participants should expect mixed surfaces such as crushed granite and dirt paths.
Race Categories
The event offers several distances to accommodate different experience levels:
- Half Marathon: A 13.1 mile chip-timed course.
- Quarter Marathon: A 6.55 mile chip-timed course.
- 5K: A 3.1 mile chip-timed course.
- 1 Mile Run: A non-timed event for all ages.
- Kids Dash: A 20-yard dash for children aged 10 and under.
- Virtual Run: An option for those unable to attend in person.
Participant Information
The event features a Dia de los Muertos theme, including a pre-race costume contest where judges evaluate participants based on creativity and authenticity. Aid stations are positioned along the routes to provide water. All participants in the timed events receive a finisher medal and a T-shirt, provided registration occurs at least 10 days before the event.
A post-race celebration is held at the rally tent, featuring live music, refreshments, and Mexican treats. Awards include trophies for overall winners and pins for various age groups ranging from 10 and under to 70 and over. Packet pickup is available on-site for 1.5 hours prior to the start of the activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
