Bigfoot Running Company - Pflugerville
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Event overview
The Bigfoot Classic - Austin takes place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at NE Metro Park, 15500 Sun Light Near Way, Pflugerville, TX 78660. The event is organized by Bigfoot Running Company and includes on-site features such as a DJ, a race rally tent with snacks and refreshments, a Bigfoot mascot for photos, and a Legendary Beast Costume Contest with a crowd-chosen winner. Aid stations will provide water on course. The event proceeds rain, shine, hot or cold. All finishers of all distances receive a medal and a shirt. Packet pickup is offered before the race. Course surfaces may include paved trails, crushed granite and occasional dirt paths.
Distances, timing and awards
The event offers multiple distances and timing formats:
- Kids Dash - about a 50 meter dash, not timed, for ages 10 and under.
- 1 Mile - not chip timed; includes a tee shirt and race medal.
- 5K - 3.11 miles, chip timed; 1st overall trophies and age group awards.
- 10K - 6.22 miles, chip timed; 1st overall trophies and age group awards.
- 15K - 9.33 miles, chip timed; 1st overall trophies and age group awards.
- Volunteer then Run 5K - chip timed bib, tee, finisher medal; limited to first 10.
- Virtual Run - virtual participation option available.
Standard age group awards are listed for the 5K, 10K and 15K, including 1st overall M/F trophies and age-bracket pins and medals across junior to 70+ categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.