Mesquite, TX – August 30, 2021 - Experience a zombie apocalypse at the “Guts and Gory” Zombie Run and Challenge on Sept. 18 at Camp Rorie Galloway, 3100 Lawson Road. There are two ways to participate, either as a runner or as part of the zombie horde. The fee for runners is $25 during Early Bird registration until Sept. 4. All registrants will receive a race medal, t-shirt and swag bag. To register, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/GutsAndGoryRun.
The event will involve a 3K race through the woods and participants will compete in challenges, obstacles and missions designed to test strength, speed and problem solving. Racers will work in teams of eight to collect survival essentials along the route to ensure safe passage to the finish but beware of the zombies. Due to the graphic simulation of this event, participants must be 13 years or older. The race will consist of prescheduled flights beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Early Bird registration is until Sept. 4. From Sept. 5 to Sept. 17, the registration fee increases to $30 per racer. Day of Registration is $40 per racer. Registration to participate as a zombie is free. Runners will try to escape from the zombies while running through obstacles. Zombies will pull the runner’s flags as they run through their “Zombie Zone.” All zombies are asked to dress in a zombie costume and a trophy will be awarded for the best costume.
For more information about the event, visit www.cityofmesquite.com/GutsAndGoryRun.