Mardi Gras Madness - Fort Worth

Mardi Gras Madness - Fort Worth

Mardi Gras Madness at Cravens Park in Arlington, TX is a themed running event presented by Bigfoot Running Company. The event includes in-person and virtual options with distances for children and adults, on-course festivities, awards, and volunteer opportunities.

Distances offered include:

• ~50 meters Kids Dash for ages 10 and under
• 1 mile fun run
• 5K (3.11 miles) chip timed
• 10K (6.22 miles) chip timed
• Volunteer then Run 5K (3.11 miles)
• Virtual Run (6.22 miles)

All participants receive a finisher medal and a race tee. A shirt size is guaranteed for registrations made at least ten days before race day. Youth pricing and other fee options are noted for some distances. Age group awards and overall awards are offered for the 5K and 10K, including first overall trophies, masters recognition for 40 and over, and age-group pins for top finishers. Awards are presented live as finishers cross the line.

On-course features reflect a Mardi Gras theme, including bead tosses at aid stations, music, and a costume contest judged at the start line. Packet pickup is offered 1.5 hours before the event start. Courses are typically at parks and greenbelts with mostly paved trails and some crushed granite or dirt. Volunteer roles include aid stations, course monitors, finish line helpers, packet pickup support, and a lead bike; a limited Volunteer then Run option includes race entry items. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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