Summer Meltdown Half Marathon Dallas

🏃‍♂️ Location Details

Location Pending: TBD Dallas Area

☀️ Event Overview

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon: Embrace the Heat, Conquer the Challenge

Welcome to the ultimate test of endurance and spirit, The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Texas' stunning parks, this exhilarating race kicks off at 7am, offering a fresh start to your summer day. As the golden sun rises, casting a warm glow over the landscape, you'll embark on a journey through some of the most beautiful and serene natural settings Texas has to offer.

🌳 Course Highlights

• Scenic Route: The race route winds through lush, shaded trails, alongside sparkling rivers, and across rolling hills.
• Support Stations: Well-stocked aid stations are available to keep you hydrated and energized.
• Nature Experience: Enjoy the sights and sounds of majestic oak trees, wildflowers, and cheerful bird songs.
• Community Spirit: The camaraderie of fellow runners and enthusiastic volunteers creates an electric atmosphere.

🥇 A Little Extra

Get ready to strap on your sneakers and join us for the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon. The Texas heat isn't going to slow us down. Join in all the festivities you have come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event:

• Awards: Awesome medals and coveted Bigfoot Trophies.
• Refreshments: Snacks and drinks will be available at the race rally tent.
• Entertainment: Our DJ will be playing all the hits and announcing every runner.
• Live Results: Results and awards are available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

👶 Youth Pricing

• Youth Pricing: Youth-based pricing for the 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & Under are only $15!
• Referral Bonus: Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
• Group Discounts: Join as a group and receive special discounts based on your group size.

🏅 Race Distances Offered

• Kids Dash: About a 20 yard dash, for kids 10 and under, including a tee shirt and race medal.
• 1 Mile: Designed for all ages, this un-timed event includes a tee shirt and race medal.
• 5K: A 3.11-mile chip-timed race featuring trophies for top male and female finishers.
• Quarter Marathon: A 6.55-mile chip-timed event with similar awards as the 5K.
• Half Marathon: A 13.1-mile chip-timed race with overall trophies and age group awards.

🏆 Awards Breakdown

Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon:

• Overall: 1st M/F receive a Trophy.
• Masters: 1st M/F 40+ receive a special recognition award lanyard pin.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 awards for categories 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, etc.

⏰ Event Schedule

• Packet Pickup: 5:30-6:45am
• Kids Dash: 6:55am (Meet at the Start Line)
• Race Start: 7:00am National Anthem and Race Start!

🔧 Volunteer Opportunities

Join us as a volunteer! Volunteer first, then run with the opportunity to earn rewards such as a Bigfoot race shirt and your choice of a future free race entry or a $20 gift card.

Volunteers will be assigned roles such as:

• Water Station: Prepare and distribute water cups.
• Course Monitors: Ensure participant safety at crucial points.
• Finish Line Helper: Assist with finish line tasks.
• Turtle/Sweeper: Support the last runner and inform stations when they have passed.

📅 Registration and Information

Click here for more information and to register for the Summer Meltdown Half Marathon.