Bigfoot Running Company - Austin
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Running through the Decades Half Marathon - Austin
Running Through the Decades is a retro themed event hosted by Bigfoot Running Company at SE Metro Park in Austin, TX on 04/18/2027. The event features multiple in-person distances and a virtual option, plus music and an 80s costume atmosphere.
Distances offered include:
- Kids Dash, about 50 m, for children 10 and under
- 1 Mile fun run
- 5K (3.11 miles) chip timed
- Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles) chip timed
- Half Marathon (13.1 miles) chip timed
- Volunteer then Run 5K (3.11 miles)
- Virtual Run (13.1 miles)
All finishers receive a race medal and shirt. The event includes a pre-race costume contest with awards for best overall, best group, and most authentic 80s outfit. Music will be provided by a live DJ. Awards include overall Bigfoot trophies, Masters recognition for age 40 and over, and age group pins for categories from 10 and under through 70 plus.
Course surfaces are mixed and may include pavement, crushed granite, and dirt paths. Aid stations and on-course support will be available. Volunteer roles are listed for packet pickup, aid stations, course monitoring, finish line assistance, lead bike, mascot, and other duties; some volunteer roles include race shirt, VIP access, or options for future race entry or a gift card. The Volunteer then Run option includes a chip timed bib and is limited to the first five sign ups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
