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Bigfoot Dash 5K

Marion, North Carolina
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Marion, North Carolina
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5K

About Bigfoot Dash 5K

We will have some fun yard games and activities set up on the school yard to enjoy during and after the race while waiting for awards to be given out! Bring the whole family to cheer on our runners!

 

Race with Bigfoot through Marion before enjoying the WNC Bigfoot Festival downtown! Proceeds will go to the general fund at Marion Elementary School. 

Packet pick-up will be August 22nd , 5-7 pm at Marion Elementary School, OR before the race begins starting at 7 AM. 

Race Start: 8AM at Marion Elementary School in the side parking lot near library.  You can park at the church across the street (both sides) and along the road around the school.    

Top 3 males and females overall and in the following age groups will be recognized: 
0-10
11-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60 and above 

 

Race route

Start out at Marion Elementary parking lot
Turn right onto Robert St. 
Continue on to McDowell Ave. 
Straight through Court St. towards EMMS
Turn left on Woodland Dr
Loop around neighborhood- Woodland Dr. 
Turn left back up McDowell Ave
Turn left onto Pineview St. 
Turn left onto Clay St. 
Turn left onto Greenlee St. 
Turn left on Euclid Ave
Turn left on Tremont St. 
Turn right on Alabama Ave
Turn right on Peavine trail
Turn right on State St. (stay on right hand side of st.)
Turn left on McDowell Ave
Straight through Court St. 
Turn left on McDowell Ave. 
Return to Marion Elementary starting point
 
 
Bigfoot Dash 5KWe will have some fun yard games and activities set up on the school yard to enjoy during and after the race while waiting for awards to be given out! Bring the whole family to cheer on our runners!   Race with Bigfoot through Marion before enjoying the WNC Bigfoot Festival downtown! Proceeds will go to the general fund at Marion Elementary School.  Packet pick-up will be August 22nd , 5-7 pm at Marion Elementary School, OR before the race begins starting at 7 AM.  Race Start: 8AM at Marion Elementary School in the side parking lot near library.  You can park at the church across the street (both sides) and along the road around the school.     Top 3 males and females overall and in the following age groups will be recognized:  0-10 11-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60 and above    Race route Start out at Marion Elementary parking lot Turn right onto Robert St.  Continue on to McDowell Ave.  Straight through Court St. towards EMMS Turn left on Woodland Dr Loop around neighborhood- Woodland Dr.  Turn left back up McDowell Ave Turn left onto Pineview St.  Turn left onto Clay St.  Turn left onto Greenlee St.  Turn left on Euclid Ave Turn left on Tremont St.  Turn right on Alabama Ave Turn right on Peavine trail Turn right on State St. (stay on right hand side of st.) Turn left on McDowell Ave Straight through Court St.  Turn left on McDowell Ave.  Return to Marion Elementary starting point    
Marion, NC

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 1 race distance available for Bigfoot Dash 5K in Marion, NC. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Bigfoot Dash 5K

5K (3.1 miles)
Distance
5K (3.1 miles)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bigfoot Dash 5K

How long is the Bigfoot Dash 5K?
The Bigfoot Dash 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
What time does the Bigfoot Dash 5K start?
The Bigfoot Dash 5K starts at 8:00:00 AM.
Where is the Bigfoot Dash 5K located?
The Bigfoot Dash 5K takes place in Marion, NC.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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