Bigfoot Running Company

Frequently Asked Questions

BIGFOOT RACES PROCEED RAIN, SHINE, HOT OR COLD FOR THIS REASON NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. RACE DATE, TIME, COURSES, AND EVENT DISTANCES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON.

Yes, we just ask that you start towards the back of the chute to prevent any tripping hazard as this is the most crowded part of the race.

Yes, we love seeing our furry friends out on the course. Per park regulations, they do have to remain on leash.

Due to park permitting, we give all participants up to 4 hours to complete their distance.

Yes, we allow walkers in all distances.

Packet Pickup is always on Race Day starting an hour and a half before race start. If a Pre-Race Packet Pickup is needed, we will send out that information the week of the race and it will always be the afternoon/evening the day before the race.

A virtual run lets you participate in a race on your own schedule, from anywhere you choose. Instead of showing up on race day, you run or walk the distance at a time and place that works best for you. On a trail, treadmill, neighborhood route, or park.

Once you register, you have up to 2 weeks after the in-person race to upload your timing results and distance online. Your themed T-shirt and finisher medal will be mailed out the week following the in-person race.

Yes, virtual race participants receive their shirt and medal in the mail. You will provide your mailing address when registering.

An hour and a half before race start.

The Kid's Dash will receive a Special Kid's Medal. All other distances receive the Medal shown in the Swag Photo.

Distances may vary depending on race event:

Kid's Dash (50 meters)
1 Mile
2 Mile
4 Mile
8 Mile
5K (3.1 Miles)
10k (6.22 Mile)
15K (9.33 Mile)
Quarter Marathon (6.55 Miles)
Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)

Yes, family and friends who are not running in the race are still welcome to come and cheer you on! No extra payment. They can wait for you near the finish line. Also, we do have volunteer options available for them to help out during the race, if interested, while they wait for you to finish your distance!

Your race bib contains an RFID chip so that your time is not affected by your placement in the chute. Your time only starts when you physically cross the start line.

We do! The bigger the group, the bigger the savings!

Referral Bonus: Earn a $20 refund when five friends sign up using your link!