Bigfoot Running Company - Houston

Event overview

The Day of the Dead Half Marathon - Houston is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Kingdom Builders Center in Houston, TX 77085. The event is organized by Bigfoot Running Company and is described as taking place in parks and green belts. The course may use mixed surfaces, including paved trails, crushed granite, and some dirt paths. Aid stations will be available on course to provide water.

Race formats, awards and logistics

Offered events include:

• Kids Dash (about a 20 yard dash, for ages 10 and under)
• 1 Mile (not chip timed)
• 5K (3.11 miles, chip timed)
• Quarter Marathon (6.55 miles, chip timed)
• Half Marathon (13.1 miles, chip timed)
• Volunteer then Run (volunteer before running; includes chip timing, tee, medal)
• Virtual Run

Standard age-group awards and overall prizes are listed for the 5K, Quarter and Half distances, including trophies for overall male and female winners and recognition for masters (age 40+). A costume contest is held before the race with judges and a Best Costume Award. Packet pickup is offered 1.5 hours before the race start. Shirt orders are guaranteed only if placed at least 10 days before the event. Volunteers can sign up for course monitor or aid station roles and may receive a shirt, souvenir medal, VIP access, and a choice of a free future race entry or a $20 gift card. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.