Bigfoot Running Company - Dallas

Event overview

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Audubon Park, 342 W Oates Rd, Garland, TX. The event is offered by Bigfoot Running Company and includes on-site packet pickup on race day. Race-day amenities include aid stations on the course, finish-line snacks and refreshments at a race rally tent, a DJ for announcements, and live awards presentations.

Race distances and details

Distances and event types:

• Kids Dash - short, non-timed dash for children 10 and under.
• 1 Mile - non-timed 1 mile event.
• 5K - 3.11 miles, chip timed.
• Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles, chip timed.
• Half Marathon - 13.1 miles, chip timed.
• Virtual Run and a Volunteer then Run option are also offered; the Volunteer then Run option includes a chip-timed bib for the 5K and is limited in number.

Awards and swag:

• Overall trophies for 1st male and female in 5K, Quarter, and Half Marathon.
• Masters recognition pins for 1st male and female in the 40+ masters category.
• Age-group awards (gold, silver, bronze) for multiple age brackets from 10 and under through 70+.
• Participants receive a tee shirt and medals according to event descriptions; shirt guarantee cutoff is 10 days before the event.

Course and operations: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

• Courses may use paved trails, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths.
• The race proceeds in all weather conditions. Volunteers check in before the event and fill roles such as water stations, course monitors, finish-line helpers, and lead bike.

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