Summer Meltdown Half Marathon Fort Worth

🏞️ Location

Location Confirmed: Marine Creek Lake

🔥 Race Overview

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

• Start Time: 7am
• Setting: Picturesque backdrop of Texas' stunning parks
• Course Features: Lush trails, sparkling rivers, and rolling hills
• Aid Stations: Well-stocked for hydration and energy

🌳 Experience the Course

As you navigate the course, you’ll be treated to the sights and sounds of nature in full summer bloom. Majestic oak trees offer brief respites of shade, wildflowers blanket the meadows, and the cheerful songs of birds accompany your footsteps. The camaraderie of fellow runners and the support of enthusiastic volunteers create an electric atmosphere that propels you forward, mile after mile.

🎉 Event Highlights

• Participant Experience: Awesome medals, cool Tee’s, high energy staff
• Live Awards: Announcing of award winners
• Finisher Celebration: Snacks and refreshments at the race rally tent
• Special Focus: Making the race fun, safe, and exciting

🏃‍♂️ Race Discounts & Pricing

• Youth Pricing: 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & Under for only $15!
• Referral Reward: Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
• Group Discounts: Join as a group for increasing discounts.

🏅 Race Distances Offered

• Kids Dash: 20 yard dash for kids 10 and under. Not timed.
• 1 Mile: Designed for all ages, not chip timed.
• 5K: Chip timed with overall trophies and age group awards.
• Quarter Marathon: 6.55 miles, chip timed, and awards similar to 5K.
• Half Marathon: 13.1 miles, chip timed, with overall and age group awards.

🏆 Awards and Recognition

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

• Overall Awards: Trophy for 1st M/F
• Masters Pins: Special recognition pins for 1st M/F Masters 40+
• Age Group Awards: Gold, Silver, and Bronze pins for various age categories.

📅 Event Schedule

• 5:30-6:45am: Packet Pickup
• 6:55am: Kids Dash
• 7:00am: National Anthem and Race Start!
• Awards: Live results and available at the Registration tent after finishing.

🤝 Volunteer Opportunities

Join us as a volunteer and help make the event a success:

• Water Station: Prepare water cups and cheer on runners.
• Course Monitors: Ensure participant safety and encourage runners.
• Finish Line Helper: General tasks to assist the Race Director.
• Turtle/Sweeper: Support the last runner on the course.

👟 Packet Pickup & Weather Policy

Packet pickup is always offered for 1.5 hours before the event start time. Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot, or cold.

🌞 Join the Excitement!

Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a first-time half marathon participant, The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon promises an unforgettable experience. It’s a celebration of resilience, community, and the breathtaking beauty of Texas' natural landscapes. Lace up your running shoes, embrace the heat, and get ready to conquer The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon. Let the summer adventure begin!

For more details and registration, visit Summer Meltdown Half Marathon Fort Worth.