Manor Community Day & 5K (Walk/Run)

🏊‍♂️ Get Race-Ready with Fun Open Water Swims at Lake Pflugerville!

Calling all triathletes and endurance swimmers! Prepare for your next Sprint, Olympic, or long distance triathlon or swim event our Fun Open Water Swim Meetups at Lake Pflugerville Beach (Northside). Swim your own distance at your own pace!

🚀 Boost Your Open Water Swim Skills & Confidence in a Safe, Supportive Setting

✅ Swim Your Way: Any pace. Any distance. As much—or as little—as you like.

🏊 Mentor-Led Sessions: Improve technique, build endurance, and master race strategies.

🛶 Kayak Support: Navigate with confidence under expert guidance.

🛟 Certified Lifeguards: In-water safety for total peace of mind.

👥 Swim Angels & Mermaids: Receive real-time tips and personalized feedback.

🤝 Welcoming Community: Connect with fellow athletes and grow together.

🌟 All Endurance Swim Levels Welcome — Especially Beginners!

Whether you're training for local triathlons like Cal Tri, Supertri CapTex, Tri Waco, Marble Falls, Lake Pflugerville, Kerrville, Beast of the Brazos, Waco 70.3 or out of town triathlons, we’ve got the perfect practice setup. Sharpen your skills on our marked 500 -600 m sprint loop.

New to open water? Try our specially designed 200–250 yard swim-along-the-shore loop — ideal for easing in or fine-tuning your stroke and speed work.

Our swim meetups are open to everyone — all triathletes, team, clubs and endurance swimmers - no matter your pace, distance, or club affiliation. Just bring your passion for the water.

📅 Practice Swim Dates & Times

Every 2nd Saturday in 2026 from April to September, at 7:15 AM - 8:45 AM:

1. April 11

2. May 9

3. June 13

4. July 11

5. September 12

🛡️ Weather & Registration Guarantee

We swim rain or shine! In the event of a light drizzle, our meetups proceed as scheduled. However, if conditions become unsafe due to severe weather or poor water quality, we will provide make-up dates to ensure you get your training time in. While we do not offer cash refunds, we prioritize your flexibility—offering free transfers, deferrals, or session switches so you never lose out on your investment in your swim journey.

🧳 What Should Triathletes Bring

Swimsuit, goggles, sunscreen, towel, and personal gear. Safety buoys are required.

New to OWS? We have a limited number of loaner and for sale buoys available for first-timers!

💲 Cost to Swim Train

$15 Drop-In Rate per Swim

📍 Location

Lake Pflugerville Beach

18216 Weiss Ln

Pflugerville, TX 78660

🔗 Register Now

Register for Fun Open Water Swim Meetups

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Course Update:

The original course is currently closed due to construction. The event will now take place at Lake Pflugerville Park. All registered runners will receive an email with updated course and event details.

Race Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Parking near Start https://maps.app.goo.gl/bUEKK8oaWRQqNSMz9

Restrooms: Restrooms are located just behind the Lake Pflugerville Pavilion

5K & 10K (1.56M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6683877835/

This is an out-and-back course. (3.11M)

The 5K does the course one time.

The 10K does the course twice.

Half Marathon & Marathon Course (1.64M)

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6112879276

This is an out-and-back course. (3.275M)

The Half Marathon does the course four times.

The Marathon does the course eight times.

Course Time Limit

6 hours.

Finisher Medals

All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Best Costume

It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.

The Best Costume Award is mailed out after the race.

Series Points

This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.

For more information, go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

Looking for the perfect warm-up before Longhorn Run and a way to support global health? We’ve got you covered. Join us for a low-pressure, high-energy 5K at UT Austin benefiting tuberculosis programming in Sierra Leone and hosted by PIH Engage x AMSA.

Tuberculosis remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases, but it’s preventable and treatable. Your $5 registration donation directly supports and expands access to early diagnosis and care in vulnerable communities, making a real impact in Sierra Leone.

In addition to the 5K, we have:

• FREE T-shirts & stickers for the first 20 sign-ups

• FREE food (bananas, granola bars, water bottles, and gatorade)

• Medals for 6 winners total (3 women and 3 men)

• Trophies for everyone!

• Potential local business perks & giveaways (shoutout to amazing possible community donors like Cabo Bob’s)

• Optional costume run!

This is the ideal shakeout run to get your body moving, your nerves calm, and your excitement up as prep for Longhorn Run! We’ll see you on Speedway :)

CHECK-IN STARTS AT 7:30 AM AT GREG GYM PLAZA! RACE STARTS AT 8:00 AM AT GREG GYM PLAZA!

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

High School: We also welcome our High School runners! Our high school students will be running a 2 mile race.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 5/17/2026

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

High School

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

#GetUpandGo

Location Confirmed: East Metro Park

🌸 Spring Fling Race Series – Let the Good Times Bloom! 🌸

Presented by Bigfoot Running Company

Shake off the winter chill and welcome the sunshine with the Spring Fling Race Series — the hottest 5K / 10K event of the season! Lace up, grab your crew, and join us for a morning full of music, medals, and Bigfoot magic. From our littlest Yetis in the Kids Dash to seasoned runners chasing PRs, there’s something for everyone!

🎉 Event Highlights

Join the fun and energy you’ve come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event:

🥇 Awesome finisher medals & super soft tees

💥 Live DJ + name announcements at the finish line

🏆 Bigfoot Trophy awards for top finishers

🌟 Every runner recognized as they finish

💧 Aid stations throughout the course

🍌 Snacks & refreshments at the Race Rally Tent

🎶 Live awards celebration

👣 You might even spot Bigfoot himself!

Our team’s #1 goal: to make your race fun, safe, and exciting!

🏃‍♀️ Race Distances

Kids Dash (10 & Under)

A fun 20-yard dash for our little Yetis! Includes a race tee and a special Bigfoot Kids Dash finisher medal. Our crew captures every adorable moment.

Not timed — pure fun!

1 Mile

Perfect for all ages and experience levels. Includes a race tee and finisher medal.

Not chip-timed.

5K (3.11 miles)

Chip-timed with awards and plenty of energy!

🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy

🎖 1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin

🥇 Standard age group awards

10K (6.22 miles)

Double the distance, double the glory!

🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy

🎖 1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin

🥇 Standard age group awards

🧒 Age Group Awards (5K & 10K)

1st Overall M/F – Trophy

1st Masters (40+) – Recognition Pin

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: 12 & under run 5K or 10K for only $15!

Referral Bonus: Get a $20 refund when 5 friends sign up with your link

Group Discounts: The bigger your group, the bigger your savings, get automatic refunds as your group grows!

🕕 Event Schedule

6:30–7:45 AM – Packet Pickup

7:55 AM – Kids Dash (meet at start line)

8:00 AM – National Anthem & Race Start

Results & awards available live at the registration tent!

🙌 Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Then Run (5K Distance Only)

Be part of the action and run the 5K!

Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.

Volunteer then Run Schedule:

1. Arrive 1.5 hrs early to help with packet pickup

2. Run the 5K

3. Help hand out awards post-race

💡 Limited to first 5 sign-ups only.

(Does not include Full Race Volunteer benefits below.)

Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Role)

Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time.

Volunteers will not participate in the race and receive:

🎽 Bigfoot race shirt

🎟 VIP race access

🎁 Choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 Amazon digital gift card

All volunteers check in at the Registration Tent 1.5 hours before start time.

🦺 Volunteer Roles & Ratings

Water Station

Keep cups filled and cheer on runners! Bring a radio, pom poms, or noise makers.

Rating: Chill position with great interaction. Bring a chair if desired.

Course Monitors

Located at key safety points (e.g., crosswalks). Direct runners and cheer them on!

Rating: Fun, exciting — right in the action.

Finish Line Helper

Assist with medals, refreshments, and cheering finishers.

Rating: Easy and fun — at the heart of the celebration.

Turtle / Sweeper

Support the final participant and alert volunteers when the last runner passes.

Rating: Slightly physical — rewarding and great exercise.

Packet Pickup / Results

Distribute bibs, shirts, and help celebrate finishers.

Rating: Busy before start, fun and relaxed after. Set the tone for the day!

Floater

Assist wherever needed — medals, snacks, crowd support, etc.

Rating: Super easy and fun — in the middle of all the excitement.

Lead Bike

Guide the first runners on the correct course using a bike or scooter.

Rating: Active and enjoyable. You’re done once the lead runner finishes.

Bigfoot Mascot

Wear the Bigfoot suit, cheer, give high-fives, and take photos!

Rating: The coolest and most fun position — you’re the star of the show!

🗓 Important Notes

Shirt guarantee: 10 days before race day. After that, limited availability.

Weather: Races proceed rain or shine, hot or cold.

Packet Pickup: Opens 1.5 hours before race start. Any additional pickups announced by email 1 week prior to the race.

Course Surface: Expect mixed surfaces (pavement, crushed granite, dirt paths).

Public Space Notice: Events take place in public parks, greenbelts, and roads. You may encounter park users such as dog walkers or families with strollers. Please be courteous and aware.

📧 Questions? Email us at support@bigfootraces.com

🌸 Don’t Miss the Fun!

Grab your friends, lace up, and join us for the Bigfoot Running Company’s Spring Fling Race Series!

It’s more than a race — it’s a celebration of community, energy, and adventure.

👉 Register now and make this spring legendary!