2024 Tacoma City Marathon + Half
April 28, 2024
Your Race Weekend GuideTeam World Vision Washington, We are so grateful for you! Thank you for saying YES to the crazy adventure of running a half or full marathon on behalf of kids who don’t have access to clean water. Race weekend is really the celebration of the season. Our prayer for you on race weekend is that it is a powerful time of celebration and impact. Celebration of the sacrifice, the hard miles, the tears, the laughter, and most importantly a celebration of the miles that kids will never move their feet again for dirty water because YOU said yes to moving your feet this year. We can’t wait for the streets of Tacoma to be painted orange and to celebrate YOU walking down the red carpet. Thankful for you,
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Packet Pickup + Expo InformationDates and TimesFriday, 04/26/2024, 2:00 - 6:00 pm Bibs will be pulled Friday evening for all runners registered for Team Lunch and will only be available for pick up at Team Lunch on Saturday at the Team World Vision Expo at the Tacoma Convention Center. LocationSilver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Ruston Waterfront | 5125 Grand Loop, Ruston, WA 98407 Parking and TransportationThe Point Ruston Garage and street parking around Point Ruston is complimentary up to one hour, please do not park in the valet circle at the Silver Cloud Hotel. What to BringMake sure to bring your ID! You may also pick up a packet for a friend/family member, if you do so, please make sure you can show confirmation they know you will be picking up their packet. Team World Vision ExpoTeam World Vision Expo will be held on Saturday, April 27th at the Tacoma Convention Center before and after Team lunch. 11:00 am -12:00 pm and 1:00 - 1:30 pm. Race packets/bibs will be available for pick up at Team Lunch for all runners who purchased Team Lunch Tickets. Runners who have not purchased lunch tickets and do not plan on attending Team Lunch will still need to go to the Silver Cloud Hotel for packet pick up. Bib Packet to Include:
2024 Race Weekend Shirts will be available for sale at the Team World Vision Expo booth ONLY on Saturday at our Team World Vision Team Lunch – located at the Tacoma Convention Center. Race Weekend Shirts will not be available at the Tacoma City Marathon Packet pick up. Race weekend shirts are a great way to show some team spirit, remember the incredible year we've had, and celebrate your accomplishment! It's also a great post-race option for changing out of that sweaty jersey. The only way to get your Race Weekend Shirt is on race weekend, so don't forget to stop by!
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Team LunchImportant DetailsDate: Saturday, 04/27/2024 This will be an incredible afternoon of celebrations, stories, and carbo-loading for the big race ahead! Don't miss it! Participant packets for registered runners will be picked up at Team Lunch. Parking Map Team World Vision Expo Join us for our TWV Expo at Team Lunch. Expo will open at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, close for Team Lunch, and then reopen from 1:00 - 1:30 pm. You can pick up your race packet (registered team lunch runners only), purchase race weekend shirts, Team World Vision jerseys, and spectathlete shirts. |
Race Day Details for RunnersDate and Important TimesSunday, 04/28/2024 Arrive at Meeting Point: 6:15 am Meeting PointTacoma Narrows Airport Hanger | 1108 26th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 (We will meet inside the hanger.) This is a point to point course. Participants will need to purchase a Shuttle Bus ticket or be dropped off at the start line. See details below. Gear CheckThe Tacoma City Marathon will be handling all gear check needs. Gear check will be available until 15 min before the start of the race. Please plan to bring your own bag. Gear bags will be transported to the finish line, you may claim your bag after you finish by providing your bib number. Tear your gear check tag off of your bib and attach to your gear check bag. Please do not put valuables in your bag. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Finish Line PartyOnce you cross the finish line, come to the Team World Vision tent for a celebration! Breakfast burritos, snacks, and drinks will be waiting for you. Friends and family are encouraged to join the party!
Parking and TransportationPaid parking is available at Point Ruston, there is free parking on the surrounding streets outside of Point Ruston. Please refer to the signs where you are parked for parking specific to the location as it can vary from street to street. Shuttle Bus You will receive a wrist band at packet pick-up that you should wear to board the bus. If you purchase your bus ticket online after 6:00 pm on Friday, you will need to bring your purchase confirmation (either on your phone or printed). Shuttle Buses will depart from the loop behind the Farelli’s at Point Ruston where there is a large covered area starting at 5:00 am to 6:45 am. All shuttles will depart as they fill up. Shuttles to the start will make continuous trips as time allows before the start of the race, we recommend that you take the earliest shuttle possible to ensure you are on time to the start. If you’d prefer to drive yourself, or get dropped off, please keep in mind there is a toll-fee to cross the Tacoma Narrows Bridge ($5.25 with a Good To Go! Pass / $6.25 Toll Booth / $7.25 Pay by Mail). Limited parking is available at the Tacoma Narrows Airport. You can also be dropped off at the Start Line. The return shuttle will go continually back and forth from the Finish Line Parking Lot to the Start Line at Tacoma Narrows Airport. Return shuttles will run from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. |
Race Day Details for SpectathletesSpectathletes, you are a crucial part of race day! You make this day special for your runner and all runners out there on the course. If you've ever run any kind of race, you know how meaningful the crowds cheers are. Be sure to cheer on all Team World Vision participants by name, wear orange, and plan on being loud! A sign or cowbell is a great addition too. Cheer Station #1Time: 8:15 am until 10:30 am Park along the street or at Point Defiance Elementary School. This is on both the half and full marathon course. Make sure to wear orange and cheer for all of our Team World Vision participants!
Cheer Station #2Time: 9:00 am until 12:30 pm Parking along Ruston Way nearby. This is on the full marathon course only. Make sure to wear orange and cheer for all the Team World Vision participants!
Finish Line PartyJoin us from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm. All friends and family are encouraged to join Team World Vision Finish Line Party to meet your runner at the finish and celebrate! Location: Once you cross the finish line, come to the Team World Vision tent for a celebration! Breakfast burritos, snacks, and drinks will be waiting for you.
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What to WearTeam World Vision JerseyBuy your jersey ahead of time via the Team World Vision Store. Jerseys will also be available for purchase at the Team World Vision Expo. (See Team Lunch tab for more details.) Be sure to put your name across the front so people can cheer for you by name!
Check out our Gear Guide for ideas and a race day packing list! Lay out your "flat runner" so you can be sure you have everything you need (and post it when you ask for race day donations and prayers). Dress for the WeatherThe race will happen rain or shine! Be sure to have what you need for race day.
Race Weekend Shirt2024 Race Weekend and Spectathlete shirts will be available for sale at the Team World Vision Expo booth! This is a great way to show some team spirit, remember the incredible year we've had, and celebrate your accomplishment! It's also a great post-race option for changing out of that sweaty jersey. The only way to get your Race Weekend Shirt is on race weekend, so don't forget to stop by! Team World Vison Expo will open at 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, close for Team Lunch, and then reopen from 1:00 - 1:30pm. Located at the Tacoma Convention Center, Saturday only.
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FundraisingFundraising ResourcesAs we get to race day, it’s not too late to hit or even go beyond your fundraising goal! Our finish line = a fresh start for vulnerable communities! Keep working toward making a big impact! Download the app to take your fundraising on the go, update your social media, and keep your friends and family updated with photos, progress reports, and prayer requests, plus don’t forget to share your fundraising link. Be bold in asking for donations—you're crushing this race for a reason!
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