Bigfoot Running Company - San Antonio

San Antonio, United States • 4 Oct 2026

Event overview

The Day of the Dead Half Marathon - San Antonio is scheduled for October 4, 2026 in Live Oak, Texas. The event is organized by Bigfoot Running Company and is listed at Northeast Lakeview College, 1201 Kitty Hawk Rd, Live Oak, TX 78148. The event includes a post-race rally tent with live music, snacks and Mexican treats. Aid stations will be on the course to provide water and assistance.

Distances offered

  • Kids Dash (about 20 yards)
  • 1 Mile
  • 5K - 3.11 miles
  • Quarter Marathon - 6.55 miles
  • 15K - 9.3 miles
  • Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
  • Virtual Run
  • Volunteer then Run option

Race features, awards and course

The 5K, Quarter Marathon and Half Marathon are chip timed. Standard age-group awards and overall trophies are offered for those three distances, including 1st overall male/female trophies and masters recognition pins for age 40+. Age-group pins are listed for multiple brackets from 10 and under through 70+. A costume contest is held at the start area with judges and a "Day of the Dead Best Costume Award" and prize package. Course surfaces may include paved trails, crushed granite and some dirt paths. Packet pickup is offered for 1.5 hours before the event start. Full race volunteers may receive a race shirt, souvenir medal (subject to availability), 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 13.1 Miles
9 mi
15k Run 9.3 Miles
7 mi
Quarter Marathon 6.55 Miles
3 mi
5k Run 3.1 Miles
1 Mile Run
Kids Dash
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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