Full Marathon
ON-LINE Registration Closes Friday, February 10th!
RUN-WALK-JOG
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Start: 7:00 a.m.
Course Closes: 1:00 pm
Verrado Towne Center
21029 W. Main St.
Buckeye, Arizona 85396
The Marathon will wind its way through desert scenery in the shadows of the Estrella and White Tank Mountains. A six-city event, the Boston Marathon qualifier starts at Verrado in Buckeye and continues through Goodyear, Avondale, Litchfield Park, Phoenix and Glendale to finish at the Westgate City Center.
The uniqueness of the West Valley will continue to inspire participants as the run through Avondale, home of Phoenix International Raceway and NASCAR. The course progresses on to Litchfield Park, where runners will appreciate the true southwest flair of this historic town.Runners will wind their way through three beautiful Jack Palmer golf courses that surround the luxurious Wigwam Resort and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. Runners will focus on the University of Phoenix Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals, Super Bowl XLII, and the Phoenix Coyotes! As participants approach the final mile they will join the half marathon group. The finish line will be a picture perfect finish with the Bellagio style water feature guiding the runners to the finish line at Westgate City Center.
Absolutely NO Parking at the start line!
Marathon Course Map
Registration:
Click here to register for our marathon today!
Rates after February 11th, 2012*
MARATHON ……………………………. $90
HALF ……………………………………..$85
RELAY …………………………………..$180
5K …………………………………………$30
Click here to register for our marathon today!
Race day registration is Not Available! Last day to register is at the Live-Life-Expo on Saturday, February 18, from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Packet Pick up is ONLY available on Saturday, February 18, 10:00 a.m.-5 p.m. at the EXPO
(Participants may pay an additional $20 for race day packet pick-up.)
NO Race day registration!
Expo Location:
Randall McDaniel Sports Complex
755 N. 114th Avenue (I-10 and Avondale Blvd)
Avondale, Arizona 85323
- If driving East on I-10 exit at Avondale Blvd and make a right onto Avondale Blvd.
- Make a left onto City Center Dr. and arrive at American Sports Centers-Avondale
- If driving West on I-10 exit at Avondale Blvd and make a left onto Avondale Blvd.
- Make another left onto City Center Dr. and arrive at American Sports Centers-Avondale
Water/Gatorade Stations and Porta Johns:
Aid stations will be located at the Start/Finish. Small Aid kits with bandages, Vaseline, salt, etc. will be available at all water stations. Water, Gatorade and Portajohns are located approximately at miles: Start, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13.1, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, Finish. Miles 11 and 19 have power gel.
IMPORTANT: For the safety of everyone stay inside the safety cones at all times. Anyone who runs outside of the cones will be disqualified. NO EXCEPTIONS! Baby Joggers/Strollers/Pets/Bikes/Skateboards ARE NOT allowed on the course at any time.
Marathon Pace Teams:
The Arizona Marathon, in partnership with the Arizona Road Racers Pace Team, will be offering pacers for the marathon. Pacers offer you support, encouragement, and most importantly, they get you to the finish line at your desired time! Look for the pacers at the start line and stick with them throughout the race. The following finish times will have a pacer:
Pace Team – provided Arizona Road Racers
For more information, contact Karla Averill at skaverill@cox.net
Marathon Van Shuttle:
Runners are restricted from parking at Full Marathon start and Half Marathon Start
Runners staying at an IMS Arizona Marathon recommended hotel will need to check with the front desk for their pick up time. These vans are provided by the marathon NOT the hotel.
Marathon Shuttles will be available for runners returning to the recommended hotels from the Westgate Finish Line at approximately 11:30 am and 1:00 pm.
Bus Schedule from Westgate to start line and Runner Parking:
Absolutely NO Parking at the start line!
Buses will be leaving from the Half/Full /Relay Marathon Finish line at Westgate, Runner parking is located on the westside of Westgate City Center, 6751 Sunset Boulevard, Glendale, Arizona 85305
Westgate Lot 3
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?address=6751+N+Sunset+Blvd&city=Glendale&state=AZ&zipcode=85305
Buses will be shuttling runners to the start located at Verrado Towne Center 21029 West Main Street, Buckeye, Arizona 85396.
Bus times: First Bus departure 5:15 am Last bus 6:00 am
Course closes at 1:00 pm. For your safety you will be picked up if you are on the course after 1:00 pm.
Finish Line:
The finish line at Westgate Center will be a picture perfect finish with family, friends, bands, and a Bellagio style water feature guiding the runners to the finish line to receive finisher medals from the mayors and other community leaders from different Arizona cities. The festivities begin at 9:30 a.m. and are in a finish-line setting like no other! Congratulations Racers!
Race Photos
MarathonFoto will photograph you at the finish line after the race. Smile when you see our photographers and make sure your bib number is clearly centered and visible so we will be able to identify you. View and order your photos within 3 to 4 days after the race at www.marathonfoto.com
