Bigfoot Running Company - San Antonio

Event Overview

The Dessert Dash takes place on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Pearsall Park in San Antonio, Texas. It is organized by Bigfoot Running Company.

Distances

The event includes several distances:

• Kids Dash (for participants 10 and under)
• 1 Mile Run
• 5K Run (3.1 miles)
• 10K Run (6.22 miles)
• Volunteer then Run 5K (limited to 10 participants)
• Virtual Run

Event Features

The event has a dessert-themed atmosphere. All participants receive a dessert ticket. There is a dessert-themed photo backdrop with props, including an inflatable donut. Music and name announcements are made at the finish line. Aid stations are available along the course.

Participants can expect to receive a colorful finisher medal and a soft event shirt, though shirt availability is guaranteed only for registrations made at least 10 days before race day.

For the competitive races, the 5K and 10K are chip-timed and feature awards for overall male/female winners, masters winners (40+), and standard age group placements. The 1 Mile and Kids Dash are not chip-timed.

Course and Logistics

The course terrain includes a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and some dirt paths. The event is held in a public park. Packet pickup opens 1.5 hours before the race start. A special option allows volunteers to help with packet pickup and then run the 5K event.

The organizer notes that the event will proceed regardless of weather conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.