Firecracker 5K Little Elm

Playtri Little Elm Lake Triathlon & Run-Bike-Run

USA Triathlon Sanctioned Race

SPRINT TRIATHLON

500 meter swim, 16 mile bike, 5K run.

Swim - lake, water temperature may vary. View Wetsuit USA Triathlon Rules here. The temperature of the water will be determined on race morning and results will be announced.

Swimmers will line up in corrals reflecting their predicted swim time. Example: if your predicted swim time is 23 minutes; you will line up in a starting corral 20-25 minutes.

Bike - 2 loops,

Run - road and paved trails system of Little Elm

OLYMPIC TRIATHLON

1500 meter swim, 24 mile bike, 10K run.

Swim - lake, water temperature may vary. View Wetsuit USA Triathlon Rules here. The temperature of the water will be determined on race morning and results will be announced.

Swimmers will line up in corrals reflecting their predicted swim time. Example: if your predicted swim time is 23 minutes; you will line up in a starting corral 20-25 minutes.

Bike - 3 loops,

Run - road and on paved trails system of Little Elm

RUN-BIKE-RUN (DUATHLON)

1 mile run, 16 mile bike, 5K run.

Why is USAT one-day license required? Learn here is what USAT membership provides.

About USA Triathlon

COURSE NOTES:

The course officially closes at 11:00 am for all participants.

Eligibility - The minimum age to participate is 13 years. The right to accept or reject any entry is reserved. For younger participants, please contact [email protected].

Event contact: [email protected]

June 20, 2026 | Little Elm Park | 7:15AM Fun Run | 7:30AM 10K | 7:45AM 5K

*NEW LOCATION!

Sweety Miles & Watermelon Smiles!

Get ready to make sweet summer memories at our Melon Dash 10K, 5K & Fun Run at Little Elm Park in Little Elm, TX! With brand-new courses for the 10K and 5K and lots of easy parking, this race is the perfect family-friendly summer outing.

After crossing the finish line, the fun keeps going! This year conquer Watermelon Eating Contest, plus there will be awards, prizes, sponsor booths full of goodies, and ice-cold beer. And of course, there will be plenty of juicy, refreshing watermelon for everyone.

We can’t wait to see you and the whole family out there enjoying the sweetest race in Texas.

THE SWAG

REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Short Sleeve Tech Shirt

• Custom Finisher Medal

• Race Bib

• Beer Garden (Must be over 21)

• After Party with Music by DJ Larry

• FREE Ice-Cold Watermelon

• FREE Parking

• Bag Check

VIRTUAL REGISTRATION INCLUDES

• Short Sleeve, Tech Shirt

• Custom Finisher Medal

• Customizable Bib

• Flexibility to run anywhere on your own time!

DISCOUNTS & PERKS

• VIP Parking Available for Purchase

• Youth discounts of $5 for 8 and under

• Senior discounts of $5 for 65 and over

• Groups of 4+ or more in the same transaction will get $5 off each registration

**$5 group discounts do not apply to Fun Run or Virtual Runs

***Discounts will be automatically applied at the end of your transaction.

NEW COURSE MAPS

INTERACTIVE 10K MAP

INTERACTIVE 5K MAP

• USATF Certification COMING SOON!

PACKET PICK UP DATES

NEWLY ADDED: Saturday, June 13, 2026 - 12 PM - 4 PM

Tinman Social - 199 Main St, Little Elm, TX 75068

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 - 10 AM - 6:30 PM

Fort Worth Running Company - 3000 S Hulen St. #158 Fort Worth, TX 76109

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 - 10 AM - 6:30 PM

Dallas Running Company - 1081 E Southlake Blvd Suite 160, Southlake, TX 76092

Thursday, June 18, 2026 - 10 AM - 6:30 PM

Dallas Running Company - 7200 Bishop Rd D-12, Plano, TX 75024

Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10 AM - 3 PM

Dallas Running Company - 7200 Bishop Rd D-12, Plano, TX 75024

Saturday, June 20, 2026 - 6:15 AM - 7:15 AM

Race Day - Little Elm Park - 136 Lighthouse Beach Dr, Little Elm, TX 75068

TEAMS & CORPORATE GROUPS

We see you showing up strong at our races—decked out in matching shirts, cheering each other on, and crossing that finish line together. Now, let’s hook your crew up with the perks, recognition, and spotlight you deserve! When you register as a team or group, you’ll unlock exclusive benefits. Whether you’re a corporate crew, a running club, or just a pack of friends who love to race together, we’re here to celebrate your team pride every step of the way.

GOT QUESTIONS?

Check out the website for more information.

Trouble getting registered? Please call Race Roster at 855-969-5515 and they will help!

Start times: Fun Run - 7:30am; 5K - 7:50am

Divisions & Age Groups

5K Divisions

Male and Female divisions. Age groups: 0-8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Fun Run for All ages!

Packet Pickup

In person:

6/27: 11am - 6pm / Fleet Feet Frisco, 8300 Gaylord Parkway #24, Frisco, TX 75034

6/29 - 7/3 : 6:30am - 9pm / The Colony Recreation Center, 5151 N Colony Blvd The Colony, TX 75056

7/4 Race Day : 6:30am - 7:30am / Stewart Creek Park, 3700 Sparks Rd. The Colony, TX 75056

Awards

5K Awards - Finisher medals for all participants! Trophies for overall and masters winners and specialty medals for the first 3 in each age group and division.

Fun Run Awards - Finisher medals for all participants! Goody bags to all finishers 12 and under. This is a "for fun" event and times will not be recorded.

Finisher Medals

Finisher medals for EVERYONE!

T-shirts for the first 700 people that register!

🦈🌊 Get Ready to Make Waves at SHARK WEEK! 🏃‍♀️🌴

Location: Confirmed Beard 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

5:30–6:45 AM — Packet Pickup

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 at least 1 week in advance.

🌳 Course Terrain: Expect a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and some unavoidable dirt paths.

🛝 Public Spaces: Events take place in parks and greenbelts — please be mindful of dog walkers, cyclists, and picnickers.

🌊🦈 Don’t Miss the Most Jaw-some Race of the Season!

Grab your crew, lace up, and dive into Shark Week — where fast feet, ocean energy, and race-day fun collide.

👉 Register now and run with the sharks!

Visit our new website for more help: www.bigfootraces.com

Join us for a fun morning of triathlon racing and then stay to enjoy The Cove indoor water park!

We are happy to offer race options for kids from age 4 up to age 15! Whether your young athlete is brand new to triathlon or they have been working hard on their race skills, we have a race for them!

There will be multiple age groups and recreational and competitive options for kids to participate in:

• 4-7years old recreational: Down the water slide + 20yd swim, 1.4mile bike, 0.5mile run

• 6-10 years old recreational: Down the water slide + lazy river + 20yd swim, 2.4mile bike, 0.5mile run

• 6-10 years old competitive: 50yd swim, 2.4mile bike, 0.5mile run

• 11-15 years old recreational: 100yd swim, 3.4mile bike, 1mile run

• 11-15 years old competitive: 100yd swim, 3.4mile bike, 1mile run

This event has sold out in advance of race day for the past two years, and we expect the same this year. Be sure to register early! Competitive waves will have chip timing and be eligible for awards, and every athlete will receive a finisher medal! Recreational waves will not be timed and will not be eligible for awards, but every athlete will receive a finisher medal!

6:00am Transition Area opens, body marking

8:00am Race begins for 11-15yo (competitive wave followed by recreational wave)

~9:00am* Race begins for 6-10yo (competitive wave followed by recreational wave) *or when all 11-15yo have started the run

~10:15am* Race begins for 4-7yo *or when all 6-10yo have started the run

~10:30am*- After Party- full access to the entire waterpark at no extra charge (get in for free with your race bib) Enjoy donuts from Hurts donuts. *access starts when all 4-7yo are finished with the swim

We recommend arriving to the race at least 90 minutes before your athlete's scheduled start time.