Quick Info

Date: November 3, 2024

Marathon Start Time: 6:00 AM

Half Marathon Start Time: 6:00 AM

702 Race Start Time: 6:00 AM

Expo: Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Weather: The average low is 43F and the average high is 64F

Marathon Start Location: Sandstone Quarry Overlook

Half Marathon Start Location: Charleston Blvd & Merialdo Ln

The 702 Start Location: Charleston Blvd & Strong Dr

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Courses Overview

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**Marathon course is subject to change in Red Rocks section pending final results from the environmental impact study.

Course Descriptions

Marathon

The Las Vegas Marathon offers a remarkably fast point-to-point marathon course and features an incredibly diverse tour of some of the city's most iconic landmarks. The marathon course starts at Sandstone Quarry Overlook with sunrise views from Red Rock Canyon and travels southbound for 2.75 miles along Scenic Loop Dr. Runners will then turn left onto SR 159/Red Rock Canyon Rd and continue on Charleston Blvd for 5.8 miles.

The course takes a right turn at Hughes Park West and heads south for a 2.4 mile loop through Downtown Summerlin. Runners will return to Charleston Blvd and continue downhill on Charleston Blvd for 9.45 miles then turn left at M.L.K. Blvd.

The course continues northbound to Bonneville Ave, turns right, then turns left onto Grand Central Pkwy for a combined distance of .65 mile. Runners will then enjoy a short but scenic visit through Symphony Park before returning onto Grand Central Pkwy and continuing on Ogden Ave for 1.2 miles to reach Main St.

The course then travels southbound for 1.8 miles via Main St for an eclectic experience through 18b/Arts District, leading to a hairpin turn onto Las Vegas Blvd. Runners will proceed northbound via Las Vegas Blvd for 1.45 miles to Bridger Ave, then continue eastbound for .45 mile and turn left for .2 mile on 11th St. The course makes its final turn onto Fremont St and travels .45 mile past Fergusons Downtown and Fremont East before finishing at the iconic Fremont Street Experience.

The marathon course is USATF certified under code NV24007MWC. Course is subject to change.

Half Marathon

Similar to the marathon course, the half marathon offers a remarkably fast point-to-point course with some of the city's most iconic landmarks but in half the distance. The half marathon course starts at Charleston Blvd & Merialdo Ln and travels eastbound for 6.9 miles to M.L.K. Blvd.

The course continues northbound to Bonneville Ave, turns right, then turns left onto Grand Central Pkwy for a combined distance of .65 mile. Runners will then enjoy a short but scenic visit through Symphony Park before returning onto Grand Central Pkwy and continuing on Ogden Ave for 1.2 miles to reach Main St.

The course then travels southbound for 1.8 miles via Main St for an eclectic experience through 18b/Arts District, leading to a hairpin turn onto Las Vegas Blvd. Runners will proceed northbound via Las Vegas Blvd for 1.45 miles to Bridger Ave, then continue eastbound for .45 mile and turn left for .2 mile on 11th St. The course makes its final turn onto Fremont St and travels .45 mile past Fergusons Downtown and Fremont East before finishing at the iconic Fremont Street Experience.

The half marathon course is USATF certified under code NV24008MWC. Course is subject to change.

The 702

The 7.02 mile race is a tribute to the local 702 area code and offers an exciting tour of the city's most iconic landmarks within the shortest distance available. The 702 race starts at Charleston Blvd & Strong Dr and travels eastbound for .82 miles to M.L.K. Blvd.

Similar to the marathon and half marathon courses, the course continues northbound to Bonneville Ave, turns right, then turns left onto Grand Central Pkwy for a combined distance of .65 mile. Runners will then enjoy a short but scenic visit through Symphony Park before returning onto Grand Central Pkwy and continuing on Ogden Ave for 1.2 miles to reach Main St.

The course then travels southbound for 1.8 miles via Main St for an eclectic experience through 18b/Arts District, leading to a hairpin turn onto Las Vegas Blvd. Runners will proceed northbound via Las Vegas Blvd for 1.45 miles to Bridger Ave, then continue eastbound for .45 mile and turn left for .2 mile on 11th St. The course makes its final turn onto Fremont St and travels .45 mile past Fergusons Downtown and Fremont East before finishing at the iconic Fremont Street Experience.

Pacing

Pacers will be running both the full marathon and half marathon to lead everyone to a fast time. Pacers will be implementing Smart Pacing strategy, which is an effort-based strategy that varies the pace of each mile according to course elevation changes. Pace guide wristbands will be available at the expo.

The full marathon will include pacers at various Boston-qualifying paces, including:

  • 3:00 (Men's 18-34 BQ mark, 6:52/mile pace)
  • 3:05 (Men's 35-39 BQ mark, 7:03/mile pace)
  • 3:10 (Men's 40-44 BQ mark, 7:15/mile pace)
  • 3:20 (Men's 45-49 BQ mark, 7:37/mile pace)
  • 3:30 (Women's 18-34 BQ mark, 8:00/mile pace)
  • 3:35 (Women's 35-39 & Men's 55-59 BQ mark, 8:12/mile pace)
  • 3:40 (Women's 40-44 BQ mark, 8:23/mile pace)
  • 3:50 (Women's 45-49 & Men's 60-64 BQ mark, 8:46/mile pace)
  • 4:05 (Women's 55-59 & Men's 65-69 BQ mark, 9:20/mile pace)
  • 4:20 (Women's 60-64 & Men's 70-74 BQ mark, 9:54/mile pace)

The half marathon will include pacers at the following paces:

  • 1:30 (6:52/ mile)
  • 1:40 (7:38/ mile)
  • 1:50 (8:24/ mile)
  • 2:00 (9:10/ mile)
  • 2:10 (9:55/ mile)
  • 2:20 (10:41/ mile

Time Limits

Because the roads used for the race must be re-opened for normal traffic operations, we are required to set course time limits that must be strictly adhered to. Marathon participants are required to meet a pace of 15 minutes per mile, while half marathon participants are required to keep a pace of 30 minutes per mile. This equates to a time limit of 6 hours and 33 minutes to complete the course. While there is no set pace requirement for the 702 race, participants will be required to complete the course within the 6 hours and 33 minutes time limit set for the marathon and half marathon. All three distances start at 6:00 AM and the race course closes at 12:33 PM.

Those who are unable to maintain the required pace must consent to be picked up by an escort vehicle and escorted to the finish venue, where they will still be allowed to cross the finish line and receive a medal.

Based on the USATF certification standards the course is measured on tangents or SPR-Shortest Possible Route. Therefore if you run on the inside or outside line the entire length of the race your GPS may reflect a distance slightly greater than 26.2, 13.1, or 7.02.

Aid Stations

Aid stations will be located approximately every two miles along the courses, beginning at mile 3 of the marathon course. All aid stations will be supplied with Gatorade electrolyte beverage, water, porta-potties, and basic first aid supplies. Additionally, several aid stations will be supplied with muscle relief, GU energy gels (Salted Caramel, Vanilla Bean with caffeine, and Raspberry Lemonade without caffeine), fruit, and medical support.

Safety & Medical

Course Safety

Various road closures and vehicle traffic patterns will be implemented throughout the entriety of the course. Law enforcement officers, traffic flaggers, course marshals, and volunteers will be positioned along the course to ensure a safe race experience for runners as well as local commuters and residents. Participants should follow instructions from law enforcement officers and race personnel throughout all components of the event.

Medical Assistance

Each aid station will be supplied with a first-aid kit that will include items such as bandages, petroleum jelly, and basic anti-inflammatory medicine.

In addition to the first-aid kits, designated aid stations throughout the course will be staffed by medical personnel and will be equipped with advanced medical supplies. These aid stations will also have access to EMT services for urgent needs requiring medical transport.

Sag vehicles and ambulances will be roaming the course to assist participants who are unable to maintain the minimum pace requirement or complete the course. Participants will be transported to the finish line and offered the race recovery amenities as well as medical services, as needed.

Start & Finish Areas

Start Areas

Marathon Start Location: Sandstone Quarry Overlook

Half Marathon Start Location: Charleston Blvd & Merialdo Ln

702 Start Location: Charleston Blvd & Strong Dr

Porta-potties, water, electrolyte beverage, and basic first aid items will be offered at each start area. While participant Amazon gear bags will be supplied with disposable gloves and mylar blankets, participants should be prepared for cold temperatures at the start of the race.

Finish Line

Marathon / Half Marathon / 702 Finish Location: Las Vegas Blvd & Fremont St

Upon reaching the finish line, participants will be awarded a high-quality and distance specific race medal. The finish line will offer a variety of post-race recovery, such as water, electrolyte beverage, sweet & savory snacks, fruit, and cold towels. Medical personnel and EMTs will be positioned at the finish line to support any post-race medical needs.

Finish Festival

Marathon / Half Marathon / 702 Festival Location: 3rd St at Fremont Street Experience

The finish festival will be hosted near the finish line and will be open to participants and spectators, as well as visitors and local community members. The festival will feature a beer garden, food & beverage offerings, photo opportunities, runner recovery, and more.

The festival will also host entertainment and an awards ceremony on the 3rd St stage at Fremont Street Experience. The awards ceremony will be presented shortly after winners in each race category have been determined.

Participants will be able to retireve their individual checked gear bags and redeem their free beer at the finish festival.

Parking & Transportation

Due to the marathon start line being inaccessible to the general public, all marathon participants are required to take race provided transportation. Marathon participants are not permitted to park or be dropped off near the start line, including outside of the Scenic Loop. Any participants that park or are dropped off along SR159 will not be able to access the starting area and will forfeit their participation.

Half marathon and 702 participants have the option of being dropped off near the race start area or utilize race provided shuttles for transport to the start areas from the designated bus loading area located near the finish line.

Bus loading will be located at the DTC Lot - 300 N Casino Center Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89101. Participants are encouraged to utilize the variety of paid parking options within the downtown corridor, specifically near the finish line and finish festival area.

Gear Bags Presented by Amazon

Participants will be provided with an Amazon Gear Check bag upon collecting their packet at the expo. Only this bag will be accepted at gear check. No personal bags, backpacks, or luggage will be accepted. On race day, participants must turn in their gear bags at the bus loading area prior to boarding the race shuttles. Gear bags checked at this location will be transported to the finish festival, where it can be retrieved after the race.

Participants will also receive a clear plastic gallon-size storage bag for any items they wish to take to the start line. No additional bags or belongings, beyond what fits in the plastic storage bag, will be permitted when boarding the race shuttles. Any items brought to the start will not be transported to the finish line and will be discarded or donated if left behind.

Each race bib will have a gear tag with the participants corresponding bib number. Gear tags should be affixed to the bag prior to turning in at gear check. Participants will be required to show their race bib to reclaim their gear bag at the finish festival.

Expo

The Las Vegas Marathon expo will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM at The Expo at World Market Center, South Hall. Participants will retrieve their official race bib, race shirt, and gear bag during the race expo. The race expo will also feature sponsors, local and national vendors, running industry retailers and services, as well as pacing and coaching partners.

Participants are required to show a photo ID to retrieve their bib at the race expo. Participants are permitted to designate someone to retrieve their race bib in the absence, but are required to supply a photo of the participant's ID and a written authorization.

Participants who are unable to attend the race expo are encouraged to consider race-day bib pickup or bib mailing prior to the event. Both options are available for an additional fee and can be selected during registration.

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Runner Perks

Medals

All participants will be awarded a high-quality and race specific medal upon reaching the finish line.

Shirts

All participants will receive a high-quality, gender-specific race shirt during bib pickup at the race expo. Participant are also able to upgrade the race shirt to a long sleeve, tank top, or tri-blend during registration for an additional fee.

Swag

Las Vegas Marathon race swag as well as swag provided by sponsors will be included in race bags provided at the expo. Participants should visit the vendor booths at the expo for additional swag.

In anticipation for cold temperatures at the start line, disposable gloves and a mylar blanket will also be supplied.

Participants should subscribe to Las Vegas Marathon emails and social channels for additional swag giveaways.

Transfer, Withdrawal, & Deferral Policy

In the event a participant is no longer able to participate in the registered race, participants are able to change between race distances, defer their registration to the following year, transfer their entry to a partnering race, transfer their entry to another participant, or withdraw completely. Please see the withdrawal, transfer, & deferral page for more details.

Spectator Information

Due to the traffic restrictions and road closures of the event, spectators are not to permitted to access any portion of the race route by vehicle. Spectators are encouraged to park at public parks near the route and walk to viewing areas along the course.

Spectators are also invited to await the arrival of participants at the finish line and/or finish festival.

Community Cheer Challenge

The Las Vegas Marathon will host a Community Cheer Challenge as an opportunity for local community members and groups to get involved in the excitement of race day. The Community Cheer Challenge is a cheer competition amongst locally organized groups where winners will be determined by runner votes at the conclusion of the race.

Local residents, organizations, and businesses are encouraged to assemble cheer groups at designated locations and do whatever it takes to become the runners' favorite. This includes but is not limited to; entertaining signs, costumes, music, and lots of cheering.

Based on Cheer Challenge voting results, two groups will be awarded the 1st and 2nd place winning positions. Additionally, a charitable donation will be made to a nonprofit of choice of the winning teams. A donation of $1,000 will be made to the nonprofit of choice for the 1st place winning team and $500 for the 2nd place winning team.

Local residents, organizations, and businesses interested in participating in the Community Cheer Challenge should email info@vegasmarathon.com.

Travel

Host Hotel

Las Vegas Marathon Host Hotel

The Downtown Grand is located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas and is the ideal location to stay for your Las Vegas Marathon weekend as it is located near busing and just steps from the race finish line at Fremont Street Experience. Book your hotel using this booking link.

All Suite Hotel Partner

Book your stay with our all-suite hotel partner using this link!

Partnering Hotels

We have partnered with several hotels in the area to provide our runners with the best rates and additional amenities to make your travel experience great! Book your hotel using this booking link.

We are working with several local hotels to provide discounted rates and additional benefits for our participants. Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.

Rental Cars

enterprise car rental
National car rental

Las Vegas Marathon has teamed up with Enterprise & National to get you the best rate! Book your rental car using this booking link.

Airport

Participants traveling to participate in the Las Vegas Marathon should utilize Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) for their arrival to the Las Vegas area.

Results & Awards

Results

Race results will be available shortly after participants reach the finish. Race results certificate cards will be available to participants at the Results tent located at the finish festival.

Awards

An awards ceremony will be held on the 3rd St stage at Fremont Street Experience shortly after winners in each race category have been determined. The top 3 finishers in each race category will be recognized during the awards ceremony.

Age division awards will also be given to the top 3 finishers within their age division and winners can claim their awards at the Results tent located at the finish festival.

Age divisions include the following:

  • 1-14
  • 15-18
  • 19-24
  • 25-29
  • 30-34
  • 35-39
  • 40-44
  • 45-49
  • 50-54
  • 55-59
  • 60-64
  • 65-69
  • 70-74
  • 75-79
  • 80+

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