TBD, San Antonio TX
Saturday, September 13th, 2025
🏃♂️ Race Overview
Location Pending: TBD
The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon: Embrace the Heat, Conquer the Challenge
- Date: 2025-09-13
- Time: 7am start
- Location: San Antonio, TX
- More Info: Race Link
🌞 Race Description
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 Details
The race route winds through lush, shaded trails, alongside sparkling rivers, and across rolling hills, providing both a challenge and a feast for the eyes. Despite the early start, the notorious Texas heat will make its presence felt, adding an extra layer of intensity to your run. But fear not, for the course is dotted with well-stocked aid stations, ensuring you stay hydrated and energized as you push your limits.
🎉 Event Highlights
- Camaraderie: Engage with fellow runners and supportive volunteers.
- Experience: More than just a race: it’s a celebration of resilience and community.
- Fun Atmosphere: Enjoy music, announcements, and refreshments at the race rally tent.
- Post-Race Awards: Celebrate achievements as all award winners are recognized.
👟 Participant Information
- Youth Pricing: Youth-based pricing for the 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & Under are only $15!
- Referral Program: Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
- Group Discounts: Join as a group and receive special discounts.
🏅 Race Distances Offered
- Kids Dash: About 20 yards for kids 10 and under, non-timed, includes a tee shirt and race medal.
- 1 Mile: Designed for all ages and experience levels, includes a tee shirt and race medal.
- 5K: Chip-timed, features trophies for overall finishers and recognition pins for masters.
- Half Marathon: Chip-timed, with trophies and awards for overall finishers and masters.
🔔 Awards and Recognition
Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon:
- 1st overall M/F: Trophy
- 1st overall M/F Masters age 40+: Special recognition award lanyard pin
- Age Group: Multiple awards for each age category.
📅 Event Schedule
- 5:30-6:45am: Packet Pickup
- 6:55am: Kids Dash (Walk participants to the starting area)
- 7:00am: National Anthem and Race Start!
- Awards: Announced live immediately after your finish.
🏆 Volunteer Opportunities
- Water Station: Fill cups and cheer for runners.
- Course Monitors: Ensure participant safety and cheer them on.
- Finish Line Helper: Assist with finish line tasks.
- Turtle / Sweeper: Encourage the last runner and signal for course close.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Weather Policy: Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.
- Packet Pickup: Offered for 1.5 hours prior to the event start time.
- Course Conditions: Expect mixed surfaces including paved trails, crushed granite, and dirt paths.
Starting Line Map
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