Bigfoot Running Company - San Antonio

San Antonio, United States • 16 Aug 2026

Event overview

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon takes place on August 16, 2026, at O. P. Schnabel Park in San Antonio, TX. The event offers on-course aid stations that provide water and assistance, and a race rally area with snacks and refreshments at the finish. Course surfaces may include paved trails, crushed granite, and occasional dirt paths. Packet pickup is offered 1.5 hours before the race start, and the shirt guarantee cutoff is 10 days before the event. The event is presented by Bigfoot Running Company and proceeds rain or shine.

Distances and race details

  • Kids Dash - about a 20 yard dash; not timed; includes shirt, medal, and recognition pin.
  • 1 Mile - not chip timed; includes shirt and medal.
  • 5K - 3.11 miles; chip timed; overall trophies and age-group awards.
  • Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles; chip timed; overall trophies and age-group awards.
  • Half Marathon - 13.1 miles; chip timed; overall trophies and age-group awards.
  • Volunteer then Run 5K - includes chip timed bib, tee, and finisher medal; limited spots.
  • Virtual Run - virtual participation option available.

Awards include 1st overall trophies for male and female, masters recognition for age 40+, and age-group pins (gold, silver, bronze) across multiple age bands from 10 and under through 70+. Volunteer roles include water station, course monitors, finish line helper, sweeper, packet pickup, lead bike, and mascot; full race volunteers receive a race shirt, VIP access, and a choice of a free future race entry or a $20 prepaid digital gift card. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon 13.11 Miles
7 mi
Quarter Marathon 6.55 Miles
3 mi
5k Run 3.1 Miles
3 mi
Volunteer Then Run 5k (3.11 Mi)
1 Mile Run
Kids Dash
Virtual Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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