Rodeo Stampede - Austin

Location Confirmed: Marble Falls Mustang Stadium

Howdy, partner! Saddle up and get ready for the wildest race in Texas—the Rodeo Stampede! This ain't your average foot race; it’s a full-blown adventure through the stunning parks and greenbelts of the Lone Star State. Whether you're a seasoned rodeo pro or just looking to kick up some dust, we’ve got a race distance that’ll fit your fancy. Choose from a speedy 1 mile, a thrilling 5K, a challenging quarter marathon, or a mighty half marathon.

This ain’t just about runnin'—it's about celebrating Texas style! Our race is set to be the best rodeo race in the state, featuring the coolest swag you’ve ever seen. All finishers will receive a super cool Belt Buckle medal that doubles as a genuine belt buckle—perfect for showing off your victory at the next barn dance. You’ll also score a custom Rodeo Stampede shirt that’s as comfy as a pair of old cowboy boots.

Get ready to strut your stuff at our Cowboy Costume Contest! Dress up as your finest cowboy or cowgirl, and you might just lasso in the awesome costume award and a Bigfoot prize pack. Don’t miss this chance to show off your western flair!

But that ain’t all—DJ Sasquatch will be spinning the hottest hits to keep the crowd boot scootin' and the energy high. As you cross that finish line, we’ll be there to announce your name and celebrate your hard work. Trophies will be handed out to the fastest overall male and female in each event, and we’ll have age group awards to honor all our stellar runners.

Got little cowpokes aged 10 and under? They won’t want to miss our Kids Dash! They’ll get to experience the thrill of crossing the finish line with the Bigfoot Crew cheering them on, and our crowd will roar with excitement for these tiny runners.

And let’s not forget Bigfoot himself—he’ll be on hand for high fives and photo ops, making sure you leave with a smile as big as a Texas sunset.

So, don your best cowboy hat, lace up those boots, and join us at the Rodeo Stampede for a day of fun, festivity, and fantastic running! Spots are fillin' up faster than a steer at a roping contest, so sign up today and be part of this legendary event!

COSTUME CONTEST***

Get ready to put on your best cowboy hat and dust off those boots for the Cowboy Costume Contest at the Rodeo Stampede! Here’s your chance to show off your wild west spirit and win some amazing prizes.

Contest Details:

One Lucky Winner: There will be only one winner of this high-stakes contest, so make sure your cowboy or cowgirl getup is top-notch!

Amazing Prizes: The winner will lasso in a free entry to a future Bigfoot race, the coveted "Rodeo Runslinger" trophy, and a Bigfoot prize pack brimming with cool gifts and swag.

Crowd Favorites: The winner will be chosen by the crowd's cheers, so rally your friends and family to support you and help you secure the top spot!

Calling all proud Texans and spirited cowpokes—come show off your grit, creativity, and flair in this legendary contest. Whether you’re channeling a classic cowboy, a daring cowgirl, or another wild west legend, we want to see your best costume.

Don’t miss your chance to shine and take home some fantastic prizes. Get your gear ready and join us for the most exciting Cowboy Costume Contest this side of the Mississippi!

Join in all the festivities you have come to expect from a Bigfoot Running Company event. Awesome medals, cool Tee's, high energy staff, 100% focus on participant experience, live awards, and let's not forget the coveted Bigfoot Trophy. Snacks and refreshments will be available when you finish at the race rally tent. Our DJ will be playing all the hits and announcing every runner. All award winners will be announced and recognized for their accomplishments. Aid stations will be on the course to provide water and to assist should you have any concerns during your run. Our primary focus is to make your race fun, safe, and exciting.

All finishers of all distances will receive a medal and shirt.

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k & 10K - 12 & Under are only $15!

*Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.

*Join as a group and receive special group discounts. The larger your group gets the larger your group discount gets.

Race Distances offered:

Kids Dash - This event if for our little Yeti's and is typically about a 50 meter dash. Designed for kids 10 and under. This is not timed and includes a tee shirt and a special Kid's race medal. Your little Yeti will get to experience what races are all about as we focus all the attention on them and get the crowd involved in cheering them on. Our crew will be present with our professional race camera capturing all the fun so that you can share the memory of this awesome experience with friends and family.

1 Mile - Our 1 mile race is designed for all ages and experience levels. This event is not chipped timed and includes a tee shirt and race medal.

5K - Our 5K race will take you 3.11 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall trophies for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards.

Quarter Marathon (6.55 mi) - Our Quarter Marathon race will take you 6.55 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall Bigfoot trophies for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards.

Half Marathon - Our race will take you 13.1 miles through the course. This event is chip timed and features 1st overall Bigfoot trophies for male and female finishers, special recognition pins for 1st place male and female master's category as well as our standard age group awards.

Standard Age Group Awards for 5K, 1/4 Mar, & Half

1st overall M/F - Trophy

1st overall M/F Masters age 40+ - Special recognition award lanyard pin

10 and under M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

11-14 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

15-19 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

20-24 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

25-29 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

30-34 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

35-39 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

40-44 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

45-49 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

50-54 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

55-59 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

60-64 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

65-69 M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

70+ M/F - 1st Gold, 2nd Silver, and 3rd Bronze award pin

Shirt guarantee cutoff is 10 days out from the event. After that date if shirts are still available this page will be updated and a notification of availability will be placed at the top of this listing with details concerning shirt size availability and quantity available if applicable.

Event Schedule

7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup

8:50am Costume Contest

8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)

9:00am National Anthem and Race Start!

Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

Volunteer then Run includes a custom chip timed bib, super soft tee, and an awesome finisher medal! You can participate in the 5K run offered for this event. You simply show up an hour and a half before race start and help with packet pickup, about 10 minutes before race starts, you join everyone at the starting line for pre-race warmup and start with the starting gun. Then after you run the race and recover you help us hand out awards. (This option does not require you to sign up under the volunteer tab above. This option does not include the Full Race Volunteer benefits' listed below.) THIS OPTION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 5 SIGN UPS AND IS FOR THE 5K DISTANCE.

Full Race Volunteer with Us! (you will not be running in this race)

Sign up under the "VOLUNTEER" tab on the top menu. Full Race volunteers earn an Bigfoot race shirt, VIP race access and your choice of a FREE race entry to a future event to use for yourself or to gift to someone else or a $20 pre-paid digital gift card!

Water Station: You will be placed at the water station. Your duties are to simply make sure there are water cups filled and ready for participants. You will be in a prime position to cheer on runners so feel free to bring a radio, pom poms, signs, noise makers etc. POSITION RATING: Chill position that puts you at a vantage point to interact with participants. Feel free to bring a chair if you would like.

Course Monitors: You will be placed along the course route at places that require extra attention for participant safety. You will be in a prime position to cheer on runners so feel free to bring a radio, pom poms, signs, noise makers etc. Example: crosswalks POSITION RATING: Fun, exciting position that puts you in the middle of all the action

Finish Line Helper: Assist the Race Director with general finish line tasks. POSITION RATING: Easy and fun job.

Turtle / Sweeper: You get to hang back with the last runner. Your job is to encourage the last runner and let water station and course monitors know when the final runner has past so they can begin tear down. POSITION RATING: slightly physically challenging. You get to run the longest distance for free. Good day of exercise.

Packet Pickup / Results: You will be very near the start and finish line. You will get the opportunity to interact with participants and share in their joy when they are presented their awards. POSITION RATING: A bit hectic for about 45 min before the race. the rest of your day is pretty chill and very fun. Be part of creating the excitement!

Floater: Provide general race help. Examples: hand out medals, help with snacks, etc. POSITION RATING: Super easy and fun job that puts you right in the action of the race.

Lead Bike: Lead the first runner and complete the course on a bike or scooter. POSITION RATING: You get to enjoy the course with the participants. Your job is to make sure the first people go the correct direction on the longest distance event by following you. POSITION RATING: Fun and good exercise. You are done with your volunteering requirements shortly after the first long distance runner is finished.

Bigfoot Mascot: Wear our provided Bigfoot costume and help cheer on participant, providing high-fives and great photo opportunities'. POSITION RATING: The coolest and by far most fun volunteer opportunity. You get to be the center of attention at the finish line.

Volunteers arrive at the event 1.5 hours before start time and check in at the registration tent.

*Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot or cold.

Packet pickup is always offered for 1.5 hours before the event start time. If an additional packet pickup is scheduled it will be communicated via email to all registered participants a minimum of 1 week before the race.

Bigfoot Running Company races are typically held at parks and green belts. We make every attempt to stay on paved trails but mixed course surfaces should be expected. You may run on pavement, crushed granite and when unavoidable dirt paths.