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Course FAQs

Are headsets, MP3 players, iPods, etc. allowed on the course?

Yes. We expect all participants to use good judgment and take responsibility for their actions should they wear an iPod or similar device during the race. We do ask that all participants be able to hear last minute instructions both at the start and finish lines, and that the ear buds be removed at these locations.

How can I find out about road closures near my home?

For a map of the marathon course, visit our course information page.

What happens to clothes left over at Bag Check/Bag Drop or to clothing discarded along the course?

This clothing is donated to charity. Please pick up your clothes at Bag Check by 2:45 p.m.

Can my friends/family/students/children accompany me for a few miles on the course?

No one is allowed on the race course except for the paid participants, race officials and police. This is especially critical as our race grows in participation numbers. While we agree that it would be fun to have supporters run with you during parts of the race, this hinders the race for other runners, causes us to have to provide additional supplies to unregistered participants and makes our course more crowded. USA Track & Field representatives monitor the race course and have the ability to remove anyone who does not comply with the rules of the race from the course.