Bigfoot Running Company - Tyler
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The Big Kahuna 5K, 10K - Tyler
The Big Kahuna event takes place June 21, 2026 at Rose Rudman Park in Tyler, Texas. The organizer offers in-person and virtual race options and a family oriented race day with multiple distances and volunteer roles.
Distances and main formats:
- Kids Dash - 50 m, untimed, race tee, special Kids Dash medal, tropical treat
- 1 Mile - race tee and finisher medal, not chip timed
- 5K 3.11 miles - chip timed, finisher medal, race tee, aid stations, awards
- 10K 6.22 miles - chip timed, finisher medal, race tee, aid stations, awards
- Volunteer then Run 5K - includes chip timed bib, tee, medal; limited to first 10
- Virtual Run - 9.33 miles, virtual participation option
On course and participant amenities include leis for participants, music at the start and finish areas, a tropical themed photo backdrop, post race tropical treats, and aid stations along the routes. Awards for the 5K and 10K include overall trophies, masters recognition, and age group medals with categories from 10 and under through 70 plus. Packet pickup opens one and a half hours before the race. Full race volunteers receive a race shirt, VIP race access, and a choice of a future race entry or a prepaid gift card. Course terrain is a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and some dirt paths, and the event takes place in park and greenbelt areas. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
