Los Angeles Marathon + Charity Challenge
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Your Race Weekend GuideDear TWV runners, Greetings on behalf of the love of God that fuels this transformational ministry! As I write this message, I am hopeful that it will speak to your heart and encourage you as you have continuously spurred me on with your faithfulness this challenging season. I want a few words to resonate in your hearts as we approach the final few weeks of this season: Love, Sacrifice, and Celebration! The love you have shown through your willingness to train, share and invite others into fighting extreme poverty and specifically the clean water crisis is world-changing. This kind of love brings forth the triple transformation I speak of in your own self, your circle of influence (oikos), and in the lives of our suffering children, brothers, sisters and families in Africa and around the world. The sacrifice you have willingly taken on is something truly supernatural and has already had an immeasurable IMPACT for thousands that will last for generations. Heaven celebrates with us as we bring tangible water and living water as we boldly share our love of Christ-centered motivation to lay down our lives for those who are oppressed. So we finally and most importantly approach this 2019 TWVLA RACEWEEK with a preemptive celebration of the 27, 000 lives that will receive clean water and the 763 new sponsor relationships formed directly and indirectly because of this team over the last year! Please hear me clearly: God receives all the glory but He called YOU to this epic & critical adventure to love His created people radically by bringing clean water, life, hope and His Love to the world. Therefore, we celebrate His goodness, grace and mercy and your faithful obedience!
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Packet Pickup + Expo InformationDates and TimesFriday, March 22 from 10:00am until 7:00 am LocationLos Angeles Convention Center, West Hall A 1201 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Parking and TransportationPark in the West Hall Garage (underneath the West Hall) and walk upstairs to the Expo. What to BringEvery runner (or parent) MUST bring a valid photo ID (student IDd are acceptable) to Packet Pick-Up at the Expo. You will NOT be able to pick up packets on behalf of others. There is NO race day packet pick-up. Save time by looking up your bib number at the Los Angeles Marathon website before you get to the expo. Additional NotesAfter picking up your packet, stop by the TWV Booth! Come say hi, grab a picture to post online with your fundraising link, and check out our new Virtual Reality Experience. TWV Pro Tip: Plan to come to the Expo Saturday before or after the Team Lunch. The Team Lunch is just a short distance from the Convention Center.
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Team LunchImportant DetailsDate: Saturday, March 23, 2019 This will be an incredible evening of celebrations, stories, and carbo-loading for the big race ahead! Don't miss it! |
Race Day Details for RunnersDate and Important TimesSunday, March 24, 2019 Full MarathonersMorning ScheduleArrive at Meeting Point: 5:15am Meeting PointDodger Stadium 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeels, CA 90012 Half MarathonersMorning ScheduleArrive at Meeting Point: 7:00am Meeting PointSouth corner of Sunset Blvd. and Orange Grove Ave. in Hollywood at Mile 13
Approach from SOUTH of Sunset Blvd. Park and get dropped off on one of the neighborhood streets and walk up Orange Grove Ave. toward Sunset or take a Start Line Shuttle. You can’t miss us. ShuttleFull Marathon Runners to Dodger StadiumSanta Monica City Hall Shuttles: Plan to be on a shuttle NO LATER than 5:00am. Charity Challenge Runners to Sunset Blvd:Santa Monica City Hall Shuttles:
Helpful Shuttle information for all runners:
Parking and Runner Drop-OffAll vehicles dropping off runners or parking at Dodger Stadium must enter through the Golden State Gate accessible via I-5. Use the LEFT lanes for Runner Drop-Off. Use the RIGHT lanes for Parking Lots. Remember, you are responsible for getting back to Dodger Stadium to pick up your car—there are no return shuttles.
TWV Pro Tip: Park early in Santa Monica (near the finish) and take the shuttle to the start line. Then...run to your car!
Gear CheckGear Check is located in Parking Lot K for all full marathoners. All gear will be taken to Santa Monica. Note: There is no gear check for Charity Challenge participants. TWV Pro Tip: To avoid gear check drop off and pick up lines, bring an old sweatshirt you can toss at the start line and it will be donated to a local shelter! Throw your keys in a running belt and ask your family to bring anything you’ll want post-race. Finish Line PartyJoin us from 10:00am until 3:00pm at the Team World Vision Finish Line Party to meet your spectathletes and celebrate! Location: TWV Finish Line Tent at the corner of Colorado Ave and Ocean Ave just north of the pier.
LodgingAre you joining us from out of town? Do yourself a favor and join our TWV room block at the Westin Bonaventure. Just a mile from the Expo and steps from the Team Lunch, the Westin Bonaventure is a great place to stay. Address: The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Pasadena Room, 404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071 Questions? Contact Lindsay Hill at [email protected]. |
Race Day Details for SpectathletesCheer Station #1: Charity Challenge Start LineTime: 7:30am
Cheer Station #2: 6K to Go to the Finish LineTime: 8:15am
Finish Line PartyJoin us from 10:00am until 3:00pm at the Team World Vision Finish Line Party to meet your runner and celebrate! Location: TWV Finish Line Tent at the corner of Colorado Ave and Ocean Ave just north of the pier.
Questions? Contact Lindsay Hill at [email protected]. |
What to WearTeam World Vision JerseyBuy your jersey ahead of time via the Team World Vision Store. Dress for the WeatherThe race will happen rain or shine! Be sure to have what you need for race day.
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