Your Race Weekend GuideDear team, You are an INSPIRATION. Look at all you've accomplished this season! From training, to gathering with other runners, to inspiring those around you, to fundraising! We have changed our goal 4 times because of YOU! Cheering you on,
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Packet Pickup + Expo InformationDates and TimesFriday, 10/04/2024 from 10:00 am until 7:00 pm LocationSt. Paul River Centre—Lower Level | 175 West Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55102 Parking and TransportationPlease find parking details on the St. Paul River Centre website. What to BringThe Solutions Desk located in the packet pickup area is staffed by individuals available to help you with registration-related issues. There are also two “Race Number Look Up” tables located near the packet pick up entrance. Race Weekend Shirt2024 Race Weekend 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! Reminder: The back of our shirt includes the names of every team member who raised $100 by August 17! |
Team DinnerImportant DetailsDate: Friday, 10/04/2024 This will be an incredible evening of celebrations, stories, and carbo-loading for the big race ahead! Enjoy great food and an inspirational program where we'll hear from from Pastor Leith Anderson—there's no better way to prepare for race day! After dinner, stick around for bowling from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm (included with your dinner ticket). |
Race Day Details for RunnersDate and Important TimesSunday, 10/06/2024 10 Miler Arrive at Meeting Point: 5:45 am Marathon Arrive at Meeting Point: 6:30 am Meeting PointLocation: Hope Community Church | 707 10th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55415 We will be meeting in the church for a brief time of worship, a chance to use the bathroom, and then head together to the starting line! Parking and TransportationNo parking will be allowed in any of the lots of the church; street parking only. They will be having church that day and will need to lot for their services. They are kind to let us use their space on a Sunday morning, so let's make sure we respect their wishes! Enter and exit from 10th Avenue only. Gear CheckGear check drop-off will be available ONLY on race day at the event site. Participants may place their gear and other items in the clear, plastic race bag provided at packet pick up. Gear check can only be dropped off at the Marathon start line in the clear, plastic bag given at packet pick up. Items in other bags will not be accepted. Finish Line PartyLocation: TWV Tent | Saint Paul Capitol Grounds Join us after the race at the Team World Vision tent to meet your family and teammates to celebrate! We'll have food, drinks, and music! Additional Details
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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: 8:30 am until 10:30 am Park in any of the nearby neighborhoods and walk to our Mile 8 cheer station. Cheer Station #2Time: 9:00 am until 11:45 am Park in the neighborhood street to the east of Lake Nokomis and walk to our Mile 13 cheer station.. Cheer Station #3Time: 10:00 am until 2:30 pm Park in any of the residential areas and walk to our Mile 22 cheer station. Finish Line PartyJoin us anytime after 10:00 am at the Team World Vision Finish Line Party to meet your runner, hang, eat food, and party while we celebrate our team’s HUGE accomplishment!! Location: TWV Tent | Saint Paul Capitol Grounds |
What to WearTeam World Vision JerseyBuy your jersey ahead of time via the Team World Vision Store. 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 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! Reminder: The back of our shirt includes the names of every team member who raised $100 by August 17!
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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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