Shark Week Showdown 5K & 10K takes place at Oyster Creek Park in Sugar Land, Texas on August 22, 2026. The event offers three running distances: 1 mile, 50 miles, and 6.22 miles, with entry fees ranging from $15 to $60 depending on your chosen distance. The race typically starts at 6:55 AM. If you're unable to attend in person, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your distance on your own schedule. This early-morning start in summer conditions means planning for heat and humidity management will be essential for your performance and recovery.
From the Race Organizer
🦈🌊 Get Ready to Make Waves at SHARK WEEK! 🏃♀️🌴 Location Confirmed: Oyster Creek Park Cue the suspense music… it’s time to hit the course, Shark Week style! This high-energy, family-friendly race is splashing onto the scene with ocean vibes, bold fun, and just the right amount of bite. Hosted by Bigfoot Running Company, Shark Week is where serious miles meet jawsome race-day excitement. Whether you’re cruising the 1 Mile or hunting down a 10K PR, you’ll cross the finish line feeling like the apex runner of the day. This isn’t just a run — it’s an ocean-themed adventure on the move, complete with music at the finish line, big race energy, and the unforgettable fun you expect from a Bigfoot event. 🌊✨ You might even spot Bigfoot keeping an eye on the waters near the finish… 👀🦶 🎉 Event Highlights 🦈 Shark Week–themed race experience 🏅 Finisher medals for 1 Mile, 5K & 10K runners 🏅 Special Kids Dash medal for our youngest participants 👕 Super-soft Shark Week race tees 🎶 Music at the start & finish line 💦 Aid stations along the course 🏃♂️ Race Distances 🦈 Kids Dash – (10 & Under) A short, fun dash designed just for kids! Includes a race tee, special Kids Dash medal, and post-race treat. Not timed — just smiles, cheers, and ocean fun. 🌊 1 Mile Perfect for families, beginners, walkers, and casual runners. Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and post-race treat. Not chip-timed. 🦈 5K (3.11 miles) – “The Fin Frenzy” Perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers looking for a fun, energetic race. Chip-timed with awards and post-race celebration. Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and treat ticket. 🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy 🎖️ 1st Masters (40+) – Recognition pin 🥇 Standard age-group awards 🌊 10K (6.22 miles) – “The Deep End Challenge” More miles, more bragging rights, more ocean glory! Chip-timed with awards and full finish-line festivities. Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and treat ticket. 🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy 🎖️ 1st Masters (40+) – Recognition pin 🥇 Standard age-group awards 🏅 Age Group Awards (5K & 10K) Age Groups: 10 & under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70+ 🥇 Gold – 1st | 🥈 Silver – 2nd | 🥉 Bronze – 3rd 💲 Special Pricing & Perks 👟 Youth Pricing: Ages 12 & under receive discounted pricing 🤝 Referral Rewards: Earn refunds when friends register using your referral link 👯 Group Discounts: Automatic savings as your group grows 📅 Event Schedule 5:30–6:40 AM — Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race starts! 6:55 AM — Kids Dash Start 7:00 AM — National Anthem & Race Start Finish-line celebrations and awards follow the race. 🙌 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer Then Run (5K Only) Includes: ✔️ Custom chip-timed bib ✔️ Super-soft race tee ✔️ Finisher medal ✔️ Ability to run the 5K after helping How it works: 1️⃣ Arrive 1.5 hours before race start to help with packet pickup 2️⃣ About 10 minutes before the race, join everyone for warmup 3️⃣ Start the 5K with the group 4️⃣ Run, recover, then help hand out awards This option does NOT require signing up under the Volunteer tab. Does NOT include Full Race Volunteer benefits listed below. LIMITED to the first 10 sign-ups. Available for the 5K distance only. Full Race Volunteer (Not Running) Sign up under the VOLUNTEER tab in the top menu. Full Race Volunteers Receive: 🎽 Bigfoot race shirt 🎟️ VIP race access 🎁 Your choice of: • A FREE future race entry (use it yourself or gift it!) OR • A $20 prepaid digital gift card 🦺 Volunteer Roles & Ratings Water Station Fill cups, cheer loudly, have fun! POSITION RATING: Chill, social, great vantage point. Bring a chair if you’d like. Course Monitors Keep runners safe & energized with cheers and direction. POSITION RATING: Fun and action-packed. Finish Line Helper Assist Race Director with medals, snacks, and celebration. POSITION RATING: Easy, exciting, and rewarding. Turtle / Sweeper Stay with the final participant, encourage them, and notify course staff when the last runner passes. POSITION RATING: Slightly physically challenging — longest distance covered but inspiring! Packet Pickup / Results Help check in runners, then enjoy a relaxed, joyful finish-line environment. POSITION RATING: Busy pre-race, chill and fun after. Floater General event help — medals, snacks, crowd support, etc. POSITION RATING: Extremely easy and puts you right in the action. Lead Bike Guide the fastest runners on the longest course. POSITION RATING: Fun, great exercise, and finished early! Bigfoot Mascot Be the star of the show! High-fives, photos, cheering! POSITION RATING: The coolest volunteer role — 10/10 fun. 📍 Volunteer Arrival All volunteers arrive 1.5 hours before race start and check in at the Registration Tent. Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold. 📝 IMPORTANT NOTES 👕 Shirt guarantee: Register at least 10 days before race day. 📦 Packet Pickup: Always open 1.5 hours before race start. 📧 If additional pickup times are added, all runners will be notified by email
