Bigfoot Running Company - San Antonio

San Antonio, United States • 8 Mar 2026

Event overview

Dessert Dash - San Antonio is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Pearsall Park, 4838 Old Pearsall Rd, San Antonio, TX 78242. The event is produced by Bigfoot Running Company and includes in-person and virtual options. Packet pickup opens 1.5 hours before race start. Registration includes race shirts and finisher medals for most events; a shirt is guaranteed for registrations made at least 10 days before the event. Course terrain includes pavement, crushed granite, and some dirt paths. Aid stations are provided along the course. Youth pricing and group and referral discounts are offered.

Race details

  • Kids Dash - for ages 10 and under; not timed; includes tee, medal, and dessert ticket.
  • 1 Mile - not chip-timed; includes tee, medal, and dessert ticket.
  • 5K (3.1 miles) - chip-timed; awards and age-group prizes.
  • 10K (6.22 miles) - chip-timed; awards and age-group prizes.
  • Volunteer then Run 5K (3.11 miles) - limited to first 10 sign-ups; includes bib, tee, and medal.
  • Virtual Run - remote participation option.

Awards for 5K and 10K include overall trophies for top male/female and age-group medals for standard age brackets. Volunteer roles have specified duties and benefits; full race volunteers may receive a race shirt and a choice of a future race entry or a $20 prepaid digital gift card. A dessert-themed photo backdrop and props are provided at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k – the Double Dessert Dash
5 km
Volunteer Then Run 5k 3.11 Miles
5 km
5k – the Sprinkle Sprint
1 Mile Run – the Sweet & Simple Mile
Virtual Run
Kids Dash – the Mini Munchie Dash (10 & Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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