Registration Information
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Registration is is now open! Click here.
Beginning this year, we will be taking online registrations only. If you do not have a personal computer, here are some other options that may be available for you to sign up for these events:
Contact friends with Internet access
Computer terminals at your local public library
A local university that offers free Internet access
A local Internet café
If you have Internet access at home or work, you may want to host a registration party with your friends who participate. It may even be a great way to find a training partner for the 2010 event!
CONFIRM YOUR REGISTRATION
Registration for all events will also be available at the Health and Fitness Expo if those events have not reached capacity. In order to register at the Health and Fitness Expo, you must come prepared to meet with the Bureau of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection. A valid form of proof of identity and citizenship is required.On June 1, 2009 more stringent requirements for border crossings in North America were implemented. In order to maintain the privilege of crossing borders, all participants must show up in person and provide proof of identity and citizenship in order to receive your race number and packet. For the majority of participants (U.S. and Canadian citizens 16 years of age and older), this means a passport, passport card or other travel document approved by the Department of Homeland Security. U.S. and Canadian citizen children under the age of 16 will be able to present the original or copy of their birth certificate or other proof of U.S. citizenship such as a naturalization or citizenship card. For additional acceptable documentation, click here.
THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE FOR ANY EVENT.
ENTRY FEES
| Event (Maximum Number of Entries) | NOW thru June 30 | July 1 thru Sept. 7 | Sept. 8 thru Oct. 14 (Online Reg. Closes Oct. 14) | Registration at Expo (if available) |
| MARATHON - Run (4,800) | $75 | $90 | $105 | $125 |
| MARATHON - Competitive Walk (30) | $75 | $90 | $105 | $125 |
| MARATHON - Pushrim (Disabled) | $75 | $90 | $90 | $125 |
| MARATHON - Handcycle (Disabled) | $75 | $90 | $90 | $100 |
| HALF MARATHON - Run/Walk (10,800) | $60 | $75 | $90 | $105 |
| HALF MARATHON - Competitive Walk (400) | $60 | $75 | $90 | $105 |
| 5-PERSON TEAM RELAYS (650 Teams) | $220 | $260 | $320 | Not Available |
| 5K FUN RUN & FITNESS WALK - Adults | $25 | $30 | $35 | $40 |
| 5K FUN RUN & FITNESS WALK - Middle/High School | $15 | $20 | $20 | $25 |
| 5K FUN RUN & FITNESS WALK - Elementary school & younger | $10 | $15 | $15 | $20 |
Cancellation Policy
Entry fees are non-refundable. Entries are non-transferable to another person or event. That means that once we receive and accept your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate. You may not transfer your entry to another participant, another event, or to another year. Since the events are international, it is a federal offense to cross borders illegally. Therefore, do not give your number to another person. It is each participant’s responsibility to provide proper documentation for picking up your packet.
The Marathon, in accordance with management executives, city officials and local law enforcement has the authority to cancel any of the events for emergency purposes such as, but not limited to, inclement weather or threat of terrorism. If such emergency conditions force cancellation, refunds cannot be provided since funds will have been spent in preparation for Race Day. T-shirts will be distributed.
Time Requirements
You must be able to complete the marathon in six and a half hours, and the half marathon in four hours, from the time the “Last Chance Pacer” crosses the start line. We will close the marathon course at 2:05 PM and the half marathon course at 11:35 AM.
We consider our events “competitive”, and not simply as fun runs or walks. A “Last Chance Pacer” will be provided for both events. These pacers will travel at the average pace needed to cross the finish line at six and a half hours for the marathon and four hours for the half marathon. Your progress will be monitored throughout the race. If you fall significantly behind the “Last Chance Pacer”, you will be given fair warning to pick up the pace. If you can’t keep pace, you will be required to board a bus following the pacers to be transported back to the start-finish area.
We are fortunate to offer two international border crossings during the course of our event. To continue providing this unique opportunity, we MUST re-open the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel to vehicular traffic at 10:00 AM. To ensure your safety and to meet all time limits, we have established the following milestones:
Marathon and Team Relays
1.85 Mile Mark (Bridge Entrance)……….….8:02 AM
6.9 Mile Mark (Tunnel Entrance)……….…..9:14 AM
8.1 Mile Mark (Tunnel Exit)……………….…..9:35 AM
12.7 Mile Mark (Campus Martius)………….10:44 AM
13.1 Mile Mark………………………………….…10:50 AM
16 Mile Mark……………………………………….11:33 AM
18 Mile Mark……………………………………….12:47 PM
23 Mile Mark…………………………………………1:17 PM
Finish Line…………………………………………….2:05 PM
NOTE: If at any time, you fall behind these milestone times, you may be required to board a bus to be transported back to the start-finish area.
Half Marathon Run/Walk
1.85 Mile Mark (Bridge Entrance)……….….…8:08 AM
6.9 Mile Mark (Tunnel Entrance)……….…9:37 AM
8.1 Mile Mark (Tunnel Exit)……………….…10:00 AM
Finish Line………………………………………….11:35 AM
NOTE: If at any time, you fall behind these milestone times, you may be required to board a bus to be transported back to the start-finish area.
Packet Pick Up Location and Times: Marathon, Half Marathon, Team Relays
Packet Pick Up for the Marathon, Half Marathon and Team Relay events will be held at the Health and Fitness Expo at Cobo Hall, Detroit's premier conference and exhibition center. The Cobo Center is an easy 10-minute walk from the host hotel.
Cobo Center
One Washington Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48226
There is plenty of parking available in and around Cobo Center.
Hours of operation:
Friday, October 15 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 16 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
In order to maintain the privilege of crossing international borders, ALL participants must show up in person and provide proof of identity and citizenship in order to receive your race number and packet. For the majority of participants (U.S. and Canadian citizens 16 years of age and older), this means a passport, passport card, or other travel document approved by the Department of Homeland Security. U.S. and Canadian citizen children under the age of 16 will be able to present the original or copy of their birth certificate or other proof of U.S. citizenship such as a naturalization or citizenship card. NOTE: Only Relay Legs #1 and #2 will need to show passports. Relay Legs 3-5 need only show photo ID. For additional acceptable documentation, click here. There are no exceptions. Please make certain your travel arrangements include ample time to make it to the expo. NO PACKET PICK UP ON RACE DAY - NO EXCEPTIONS
Packet Pick Up Location and Times: 5K Fun Run & Kid's Mini-Marathon
Packet Pick Up for the 5K Run/Walk and Kid’s Mini-Marathon events will be held at the Health and Fitness Expo at Cobo Hall, Detroit's premier conference and exhibition center. The Cobo Center is an easy 10 minute walk from the host hotel.Cobo Center
One Washington Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48226
There is plenty of parking available in and around Cobo Center.
Hours of operation:
Friday, October 15 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 16 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
You must bring proper photo proof of identity to receive your race number. For most participants, this means a driver's license. All identification documents must have a photo. If under 16 years of age, a parent/guardian with proof of identity may pick up the child's race number. You may also pickup for another friend or relative, as long as you bring a letter from that person granting you permission.
