The Big Game Run

United States flag Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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The Big Game Run runsignup.com
Date 14 Feb, 2027
Races 3 distances
Entry fee $7.99 – $29.99
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The Big Game Run

About the event

Welcome back runners!!!

Celebrate the BIGGEST DAY IN SPORTS with us and represent YOUR favorite team as the Big Game 4 miler will feature a 4-mile run and a 100-yard kids' dash. The course will start and finish outside the East gate of the Panther's Stadium on Mint St. 

Participants will be HIGHLY encouraged to dress up and support their favorite football team - there will be a costume contest held!! 

The entire event will be football themed. There are 4 downs in football and 4 miles on the course.  Kid's running the 100-yard dash will get a mini football too.

www.superbowl4miler.com

Race Start Times:
The official start area is in front of the East gate of the Panthers stadium on S. Mint St.
Sunday, February 14th, 2027

9:00 AM – 4 Mile START

10:15 AM – Kid’s 100-yard dash

10:30 AM – Awards Ceremony

Registration Deadlines:  Online registration officially opens the day after the Big Game for the following year.  The first price increase is the first day of the playoffs and the final price increase is on race day - the day of the “Big Game”.  Online registration will close at midnight on February 8th.  You can still register at packet pick up on Saturday and on race day Sunday.  Registration will open at 7:45 am and close at 8:45 am on race day. 

What do I get for participating?
1.  All 4 miler participants will receive a performance shirt. We will have Unisex long-sleeve shirts so please size yourself with that in mind. You must register before February 1st to be guaranteed a t-shirt. 100-yard Kids’ Dash participants will receive a long sleeve shirt.

2. Custom Bibs of your team colors! Must be registered BY February 1st, 202711:59PM EST.
3.  Mini footballs for the 100-yard Kids’ dash
4.  Finisher Medals for the 4-mile participants 
5.  Costume Contest
6.  Great giveaways from our sponsors
7.  Great fun and team spirit!


Packet Pick Up
You can pick up packets for friends and family. We HIGHLY SUGGEST picking up your packet on Saturday. There will be a lot of people running the race and we want to make sure you get your things before the gun goes off.  You can pick up for your friends and family.

TBD


Race Day Packet Pick up  – Sunday, February 8th, 2026; 8:00-8:30AM
Outside the stadium
800 S Mint St
Charlotte, NC 28202


T-Shirts
Every participant will receive a long sleeve soft-style performance shirt that signed up before February 1st,2027. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes indicated during online registration.  NO SWITCHING SIZES – NO EXCEPTIONS! You may switch sizes AFTER the race at the registration tent if we have leftover shirts.


Timing
We have partnered with Start 2 Finish to time this year's event.

Awards - 4 Milers ONLY - there is no age group awards for the 100-yard dash.
Divisions
Overall, 12 and under, 13-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over.

Claiming Awards
As results become available, runners will be able to claim their awards at the awards ceremony prior to the last participant finishing. We do NOT ship unclaimed awards.

NOTE: Sisu Events reserves the right to add/delete categories and awards prior to race based on participation

Finish Expo

The finish area will have vendors and sponsors promoting and giving away fun stuff.  

Virtual Runners

You must be registered by February 2nd in order to get your swag shipped to you.  You can switch to a virtual by logging into your RunSignUp account up until Friday, February 6th but you will need to pick up your packet on Saturday.  Virtual Runners can post their results on the 'Results' tab HERE.

Refunds and Transfers
Registration fees are non-refundable. Event registrations are non-transferable between individuals, events, or years.

Course
https://runsignup.com/Race/SuperBowl4Miler/Page/course

Time Limit
Walkers are welcomed but there is a 1 hour 15-minute time limit to cover the 4-mile course.

Medical
There will be a medical tent located at the finish line in case of emergency or any minor medical needs. Announcements can always be made at the DJ booth as well. Any life-threatening problems should call 911.


Weather Policy
Races are held, rain or shine, unless Sisu Events determines that conditions are too dangerous. This will be based on a prudent decision made on race weekend or race day by Sisu Events and local law enforcement officials. If the race is canceled due to inclement weather, there will be neither refunds nor transfers. This position is consistent with USA Track & Field recommendations and with the protocol of sharing the risks associated with the sport of running. In the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, Sisu Events reserves the right to alter, cancel or eliminate any/all portions of the race.


Parking
There are more than 30,000 parking spaces within a 10–15-minute walk of the stadium. Parking operators lease parking spaces on a game-by-game or seasonal basis near Bank of America Stadium.

https://www.panthers.com/stadium/directions

Non-NFL Event Parking
Bank of America Stadium offers the ability to secure parking adjacent to the stadium for non-Panthers events. Lot 1, also known as the Mint Street Parking Facility, is located at the corner of Mint and Graham streets and is directly across from the stadium’s North Gate. Parking for fans with disabilities is available on a first-come, first-served basis for vehicles displaying a handicap placard. This location offers convenience and ease, offering three entrances and exits.


Entertainment
We are so excited to have AAA Entertainment at the Start and Finish line to energize the runners and maintain the fun!


We look forward to seeing you there and seeing all the team spirit! Get ready to lace up your shoes and tackle a new PR! 

 

Races offered

14Feb

Virtual 4 Miler

Running

Distance
Virtual 4 Miler
Start time
00:00
Entry fee
$29.99
14Feb

The Big Game 4 Miler

Running

Distance
4 Miles
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$29.99
14Feb

100 yard kid's dash

Running

Distance
100 Yards
Start time
10:15
Entry fee
$7.99

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for February in Charlotte.

Temperature4.2° / 14.5°
Feels like0.2° / 11.4°
Sunshine hours7h 55m
Rainfall2.6 mm
Snowfall—
Wind12.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity68.8%
Max UV indexModerate (3.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise08:08
Sunset19:04

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Race results

Official finishing times from previous editions of The Big Game Run.

Place Name Gender Age City Time
🥇 Heather Merry F 36 Villa Park, IL —
🥈 Jim Pepin M 72 Mint Hill, NC —
🥉 Larisa Mount F 36 Arlington, VA —
4 Krista Cahoon F 46 Monroe, NC —
5 Joshua Sherrill M 41 Concord, NC —

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