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The Wiener Run - Galveston

Name: The Wiener Run - Galveston
Start: 2027-05-22
End: 2027-05-22
Location: Galveston

Galveston, Texas, United States

calendar_today 22 May, 2027

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sell $15.00 – $50.00

About the Event

Grab your buns and get ready — it’s time to ketchup with your friends at The Wiener Run!
Join us this May for a hilarious, high-energy, springtime celebration of running, picnics, and pups — complete with a free hot dog and beverage at the finish line! 🐾🌸

This isn’t just a run — it’s a full-on BBQ bash with a side of community love.

🎉 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
🌭 Free hot dog & beverage for every runner
🐾Dog rescue donations!
💧Aid stations throughout the course
🎶Live awards celebration — complete with BBQ vibes
👣You might even spot Bigfoot grilling in the background!

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

🏃🏻‍♀️Race Distances

🐶Kids Dash – “The Tiny Wienie Run” (10 & Under)
A fun, 20-yard dash for our littlest runners!
Includes a race tee, a finisher medal, and an exclusive “Tiny Wienie” pin.
📸Our crew captures every adorable moment!
Not timed — just pure fun and laughter.

🌭1 Mile – “The Little Wiener Run”
Perfect for all ages and experience levels!
Includes a race tee, finisher medal, and plenty of cheers.
Not chip-timed.

🌭5K (3.11 miles) – “The Short Wiener Run”
Chip-timed with awards, music, and post-race celebration!
🏆1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy
🎖️1st Masters (40+) – Special recognition pin
🥇Standard age group awards

🌭10K (6.22 miles) – “The Long Wiener Run”
Double the distance, double the glory!
🏆 1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot Trophy
🎖️ 1st Masters (40+) – Recognition pin
🥇Standard age group awards

Age Group Awards (5K & 10K)
🏆1st Overall M/F – Bigfoot 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 the 5K or 10K for only $15!
🌭Referral Bonus: Get a $20 refund when 5 friends sign up using your referral link!
👯 Group Discounts: The more the merrier — automatic refunds as your group grows!

🕧 Event Schedule
6:30–7:40 AM – Packet Pickup ends 20 minutes before the race!
7:55 AM – Kids Dash (meet at start line)
8:00 AM – National Anthem & Race Start

🍽️ Hot dog & beverage service opens at the finish line!
Results & awards available live at the registration tent.

🙌🏻 Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Then Run (5K Distance Only)
Be part of the action and then earn your bun! Includes a chip-timed bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal.

Schedule:
1️⃣Arrive 1.5 hrs early to help with packet pickup
2️⃣Run the 5K
3️⃣Help hand out awards post-race

💡Limited to first 5 sign-ups only.

Full Race Volunteer (Non-Running Role)
Perfect for those who want to help but not run this time.

Volunteers Receive:
🎽Bigfoot race shirt
🎟️VIP race access
🎁Choice of a FREE future race entry or $20 Amazon gift card

Check-in: 1.5 hours before start time at the Registration Tent.

🦺Volunteer Roles & Ratings
Water Station: Keep cups full and spirits high!

Course Monitors: Direct runners & cheer with BBQ energy.

Finish Line Helper: Medals, refreshments, and applause!

Turtle / Sweeper: Support the final participant — heroes of the backline!

Packet Pickup / Results: Busy early, fun and relaxed after.

Floater: Help wherever needed — always in the action!

Lead Bike: Guide the fastest “franks” of the pack.

Bigfoot Mascot: The star of the show — photo ops galore!

🗒️Important Notes
👕Shirt guarantee: 10 days before race day.
☀️ Rain or shine — it’s BBQ season either way!
📦Packet Pickup: Opens 1.5 hours before race start.
⛰️Course Surface: Expect a mix of pavement, crushed granite, and grass paths.
🐕Public Space Notice: Events take place in public parks — please share the path with dog walkers and picnickers.

Bigfoot races happen rain or shine — so get ready to rock the run, rain-jacket or not!

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 43m

water_drop Avg rainfall

8.8 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

15.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.2)

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84.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:27

nightlight Sunset

20:05

About Galveston

Learn more about the host city, Galveston.

Galveston is a resort city and port on the Gulf Coast of the U.S. state of Texas. It encompasses 211.31 square miles (547.3 km2) on Galveston Island and Pelican Island. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 53,695, making it the second-largest municipality in Galveston County, where it also serves as the county seat. Located at the southern end of the Greater Houston metropolitan area, Galveston sits on the northwestern coast of the Gulf of Mexico.

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