The Spokane Marathon

Experience the natural beauty of the Inland Northwest, with a course that winds along the Spokane River, through pine forests, and on the scenic Centennial Trail.  Boston Marathon certified course.

Packet Pick-up:

Pre-race packet pick-up will be offered for participants on Saturday, October 11, 2025.  Location: Riverfront GMC (636 E Sprague Ave, Spokane, WA 99201) / 10:00am-3:00pm
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If you are not able to pick-up your packet, someone else can pick it up for you. There will be a limited last minute bib pick-up on race morning beginning at 6:30am at the North Bank Shelter which is a few hundred yards from the start line. This race morning bib pick-up is ONLY for extenuating circumstances.

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Race Start Location:

Downtown Spokane near intersection of N Washington St and W North River Rd (673 N Washington St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Parking:

Participant parking available along surrounding streets, Spokane Arena lots, and Riverfront Parking - Lot 1

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Race Schedule:

7:00am - Marathon
7:00am - Marathon Relay
8:00am - Half Marathon
8:30am - Kids Run
9:00am - 10K
2:00pm - Courses Close

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Cutoff Times:

All runners must finish before 2:00pm
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As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.

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Marathon Relay:

- All team runners will have the same bib number.  All team runners bibs will be chipped.

- Runners will exchange via a High-5 in the exchange zone marked with signage.

- Runners should estimate the time that their runner will reach the exchange zone and plan to arrive 30 minutes early.  Some exchange zones are harder to park than others depending on how may other spectators are there.

- Only registered runners are allowed to participate in the relay exchange. An unregistered runner will results in a team disqualification. 

- Timing splits points will be located near or around most of the exchange zones.

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Gear Check:

Gear check will be available for ALL runners at the start line. In an effort to reduce waste, we ask runners to please bring your own bag to put your belongings in. We will provide a tyvek hospital type wrist band to label your bag with your bib number. You will need your bib number showing when you drop off and pick-up your bag. Gear check is only available for athletes wearing bib numbers.

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Runner Safety:

This event takes place on city roads and sidewalks. There will be law enforcement or flaggers to help runners cross roads, but please be alert when you are running and pay attention to course officials at all crossings. Any runner using headphones should make sure their have only one headphone in their ear, or use bone conduction headphones.

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Awards:

1st place overall Male and Female in Marathon, Half, & 10K
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1st place overall Masters (Ages 40 & over on race day) Male and Female in Marathon, Half, & 10K
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1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group per gender: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 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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1st place overall relay teams in the all female, all male, and co-ed divisions
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If you are not able to stay for your award, they can be shipped to you for a $10 shipping and handling fee.

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Finish Area:

The finish line will have water, electrolytes, snacks, and food. Swag will be available to purchase. Portable toilets and hand washing stations will be available in the start / finish area.

Become a sponsor, get exposure, and elevate your brand.  We are always looking for new race sponsors. We offer a variety of cash and in-kind sponsorship opportunities. 

CLICK HERE to learn more about sponsorship.

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Contact Email:

info@nsplit.com

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Contact Text:

208-806-1311

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Mailing Address:

Negative Split
PO Box 4221
Spokane, WA, 99220

Aid Stations / Nutrition:

Aid Stations will be equipped with water and sports drink, GU gels, and gummy bear chews. Water will be provided at the starting line.
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A limited supply of First Aid will be located at all Aid Stations on each course, and at the Finish Line.
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There will be Aid Stations located every 2-3 miles along the course.
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There will be toilets near every aid station along the course.

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Marathon (26.2 Miles)

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Runners are required to finish in 6 hours (before 2:00pm). As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.
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Boston qualifier. USATF certification number: WA25012RMB

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Marathon Team Relay (26.2 Miles)

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Teams are required to finish in 6 hours (before 2:00pm). As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.
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Relay Teams will run the same course as the Marathon.
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Teams can consist of 2, 3, or 4 runners.  There will be three Relay Exchange Zones along the course.
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Leg 1 - 5.7 Miles (Start to Olmsted Brothers Green Park)
Leg 2 - 8.7 Miles (Olmsted Brothers Green Park to Seven Mile Bridge)
Leg 3 - 6.4 Miles (Seven Mile Bridge to Whitewater Disc Golf Course)
Leg 4 - 5.4 Miles (Whitewater Disc Golf Course to Finish)

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Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)

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Runners are required to finish in 4 hours (before 2:00pm). As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.

USATF certification number: WA25010RMB

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10K (6.2 Miles)

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USATF certification number: WA25011RMB

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Kids Fun Run (.5 Miles)

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Out and Back Course

10K Course Records

COURSE RECORD - MALE  :  2014 / Garrett Wilson / 31:15
COURSE RECORD - FEMALE  :  2019 / Anna Long / 38:11

MASTERS OVERALL - MALE  :  2014 / Carl Combs / 33:49
MASTERS OVERALL - FEMALE  :  2023 / Sue Huse / 38:43

0-19 - MALE  :  2010 / Mark Fallon / 35:35
0-19 - FEMALE  :  2011 / Abigail Burk / 44:00

20-24 MALE  :  2014 / Garrett Wilson / 31:15
20-24 FEMALE  :  2013 / Annelie Fjortoft / 39:40

25-29 MALE  :  2013 / Jordan Jennings / 32:37
25-29 FEMALE  :  2015 / Kari Sulenes / 42:25

30-34 MALE  :  2012 / Rob Warnock / 36:33
30-34 FEMALE  :  2018 / Audra McPartland / 39:23

35-39 MALE  :  2012 / Chad Collins / 36:26
35-39 FEMALE  :  2018 / Jamie Borgan / 43:46

40-44 MALE  :  2010 / Chris Morlan / 36:22
40-44 FEMALE  :  2014 / Heather LeFriec / 39:56

45-49 MALE  :  2014 / Carl Combs / 33:49
45-49 FEMALE  :  2023 / Sue Huse / 38:43

50-54 MALE  :  2010 / Brett Freshwaters / 39:17
50-54 FEMALE  :  2011 / Annette Rahn / 43:41

55-59 MALE  :  2012 / Grant Giles / 42:52
55-59 FEMALE  :  2014 / Sally Lavin / 50:24

60-64 MALE  :  2022 / Scot Auble / 43:21
60-64 FEMALE  :  2024 / Betsy Lynch / 1:00:18

65-69 MALE  :  2024 / Walter Mueller / 44:27
65-69 FEMALE  :  2018 / Sallye Prenger / 58:32

70-74 MALE  :  2017 / Jerry John / 50:46
70-74 FEMALE  :  2013 / Mary Ann Bosky / 1:06.35

75-79 MALE  :  2023 / Jerry John / 1:00.47
75-79 FEMALE  :  2019 / Pat Trout / 1:32.34

80+ MALE  :  2017 / 
80+ FEMALE  :  2021 / Pat Trout / 1:31.33

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Half Marathon Course Records

COURSE RECORD - MALE  :  2018 / Andrew Kimpel / 1:09.27
COURSE RECORD - FEMALE  :  2015 / Rachel Jaten / 1:19:16

MASTERS OVERALL - MALE  :  2018 / Jeff Oswalt / 1:18.07
MASTERS OVERALL - FEMALE  :  2015 / Rachel Jaten / 1:19:16

0-19 - MALE  :  2024 / Matthew Conners / 1:16.49
0-19 - FEMALE  :  2013 / Christina Tyson / 1:34.44

20-24 MALE  :  2023 / Coleman Brummel / 1:13.16
20-24 FEMALE  :  2013 / Bryanna Gondier-Petrie / 1:29.13

25-29 MALE  :  2018 / Andrew Kimpel / 1:09.27
25-29 FEMALE  :  2015 / Theresa Hailey / 1:20:49

30-34 MALE  :  2010 / Phillip Keller / 1:10.48
30-34 FEMALE  :  2014 / Mariah McConnaughy / 1:26.41

35-39 MALE  :  2018 / Jason Adolf / 1:18.45
35-39 FEMALE  :  2016 / Mariah McConnaughy / 1:26.29

40-44 MALE  :  2018 / Jeff Oswalt / 1:18.07
40-44 FEMALE  :  2015 / Rachel Jaten / 1:19:16

45-49 MALE  :  2018 / Steve Kirshke / 1:20.58
45-49 FEMALE  :  2011 / Suzanne Endsley / 1:30.51

50-54 MALE  :  2014 / Royce Hogue / 1:23.53
50-54 FEMALE  :  2019 / Danielle Hess / 1:36.49

55-59 MALE  :  2006 / Steven Dean / 1:24.06
55-59 FEMALE  :  2014 / Sue Lauer / 1:49.10

60-64 MALE  :  2004 / Jeff Corkill / 1:24.25
60-64 FEMALE  :  2014 / Marilyn Nelson / 1:48.07

65-69 MALE  :  2010 / Jeff Corkill / 1:27.24
65-69 FEMALE  :  2018 / Paula Sutherlin / 2:02.25

70-74 MALE  :  2015 / Jeff Corkill / 1:33:42
70-74 FEMALE  :  2005 / June Machala / 1:55.47

75-79 MALE  :  2017 / Tad Hasebe / 2:20.37
75-79 FEMALE  :  2018 / Stephanie Carroll / 3:10.31

80+ MALE  :  2019 / Tadahiko Hasebe / 2:32.56
80+ FEMALE  :  2022 / Stephanie Carroll / 3:38.49 

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Marathon Course Records

COURSE RECORD - MALE  :  2017 / Vincent Hamilton / 2:31.30 
COURSE RECORD - FEMALE  :  2019 / Kari Hamilton / 2:51.19

MASTERS OVERALL - MALE  :  2023 / Joe Marek / 2:45.04
MASTERS OVERALL - FEMALE  :  2002 / Jill Bannister / 3:19.58 

0-19 - MALE  :  2023 / Cole Adams / 3:05.29
0-19 - FEMALE  :  2007 / Emily Cox / 3:26.36

20-24 MALE  :  2006 / Jesse Stevick / 2:34.58
20-24 FEMALE  :  2019 / Kari Hamilton / 2:51.19

25-29 MALE  :  2019 / Vincent Hamilton / 2:36.49 
25-29 FEMALE  :  2024 / Vanessa Whattam / 3:05.54 

30-34 MALE  : 2007 / Brian Hadley & 2019 / Jason Moyer / 2:46.12
30-34 FEMALE  :  2018 / Danielle Parks / 3:06.36

35-39 MALE  :  2018 / Masanori Okabe / 2:42.12
35-39 FEMALE  :  2023 / Shannon Gress / 3:05.07

40-44 MALE  :  2023 / Joe Marek / 2:45.04
40-44 FEMALE  :  2002 / Jill Bannister / 3:19.58 

45-49 MALE  :  2017 / John Burton / 2:53.09
45-49 FEMALE  :  2014 / Katherine Converse / 3:19.59

50-54 MALE  :  2017 / Royce Hogue / 2:55.03
50-54 FEMALE  :  2012 / Nancy Schubring / 3:24.09

55-59 MALE  :  2024 / Sergey Avdyushkin / 2:49.25
55-59 FEMALE  :  2021 / Tessa Lucero / 3:27.05

60-64 MALE  :  2024 / Royce Hogue / 3:15.09
60-64 FEMALE  :  2004 / Gunhild Swanson / 3:39.40

65-69 MALE  :  2001 / Mel Preedy / 3:43.10
65-69 FEMALE  :  2012 / Sharon Carroll & 2017 / Patrice DeGraff / 4:36.14

70-74 MALE  :  2000 / Bob Dolphin / 3:58.13
70-74 FEMALE  :  2017 / Sara Dent / 5:55.30

75-79 MALE  :  2018 / Larry Carroll / 4:35.41
75-79 FEMALE  :  

80+ MALE  :  
80+ FEMALE  :

 
Refer A Friend... Earn Money:

Say Whaaat? We love our runners and we love our runners that talk about our race! We want to reward runners that get their friends and family to register. Refer 5 friends and earn a $25 refund back from your registration. Keep referring friends and run for free!

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How To Start:

When you register for the race, you will get a confirmation email with a referral link in it. Share that referral link to your friends and family. Each time someone registers with that link, it will be tracked. Once 5 people register from that link, you will receive $25 back on the credit card you used to register. Don't stop there, keep referring friends and we will refund you $25 for every additional 5 friends that register.

Effective June 10, 2023
Refunds, Transfers, and Deferrals: 

Distance Transfers:

A participant may transfer their registration to another distance that is not full within the same race at any time before the end of packet pick-up (i.e. 5k to 10k). If there is a price difference between the distances, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the new registration compared to the previous amount paid for their registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant is stepping down in registration cost (i.e. half marathon to 5k). All distance transfers can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Live and Virtual Transfers:

All  live races will also have a virtual race option for participants choosing to participate virtually for any reason. Participants may transfer between live and virtual events if they are not full at any time before the end of packet pick-up. If there is a price difference between the virtual and live race, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the live race compared to the previous amount paid for the registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant already paid a higher registration fee and is stepping down in price. All event type transfers can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Person to Person Transfers:

Person to person transfers will be allowed at any time before the end of packet pick-up for a $10 fee. Person to person transfers are limited to the swag available at the time of the transfer. Shirt sizes are subject to quantities on hand at the time of the transfer. A person to person transfer can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Race to Race Transfers: 

Participants will be able to transfer their registration to another Negative Split produced event that is not full for a $30 fee plus any price changes to the new event. Race to race transfers are only allowed once per registration and must be used less than 365 days from the original race date. Race to race transfers are limited to the swag available at the time of the transfer. Shirt sizes are subject to quantities on hand at the time of the transfer. If there is a price difference between the two races, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the new registration compared to the previous amount paid for the registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant already paid a higher registration fee and is stepping down in price.

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Deferrals:

Deferrals to the following year are not allowed. Participants are encouraged to either participate in a different distance, virtually, or in a different race.

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Refunds:

Due to the long-term nature of planning for events and the many pre-sunk costs upfront for the race organization, refunds will not be allowed.

Live Race Results

The live race will be timed by Negative Split Event Timing with chip timing.  Each participant bib will contain a timing chip stuck to the back of the bib.  The timing chip will record your start and finish times based on when you cross the timing mats.  Please make sure your bib number is visible and on the outermost layer of your clothing and facing forward to guarantee the best chip reads while crossing our mats. Similarly, your bib number is used for photo identification for your race photos.

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Virtual Race Results

The Virtual Run sign up is available between 04/15/25 - 10/12/25. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between 10/03/25 - 10/19/25 to the virtual results page located here. Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (10/12/25).

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Photos

View your race photos here!

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Past Race Results

View your past race results here!

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Course Records

View course records here!

Race Start Location:

Downtown Spokane near intersection of N Washington St and W North River Rd (673 N Washington St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Parking:

Participant parking available along surrounding streets, Spokane Arena lots, and Riverfront Parking - Lot 1

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Best Cheering Spots:

Riverfront Park
Centennial Trail along Upriver Dr.

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Best way to get around:

Spokane has made it easy to get around! Uber, Lyft and even Lime Scooters and Bikes can take you anywhere you need to go!

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Places to Stay:

Davenport Grand (333 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201):

The Davenport Grand offers new and historic, leisure and business hotel located right in the heart of downtown Spokane, Washington. It’s a collection that runs the gamut from classic to contemporary, full-size to boutique, and historic to modern. Guests can also enjoy luxurious spa, wedding and business facilities as well as some of the best dining in Spokane.

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Ruby River Inn (700 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99202):

Locally owned and operated by Ruby Hospitality, the Ruby River Hotel features eight acres of plush river front property.  A gem in the heart of the city, the Ruby River Hotel is an unexpected urban retreat, welcoming both locals and travelers to the Spokane area for generations. With 245 over-sized guest room and suites, 3,000+ square feet of flexible meeting and event space, two outdoor pools, tennis court and onsite dining, the Ruby River Hotel is the ideal hotel choice in Spokane, Washington.

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Additional Places to Stay:
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Hampton Inn & Suites Spokane Valley (16418 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Residence Inn by Marriott East Spokane Valley (15915 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99216)
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Spokane City Center (322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Oxford Suites Spokane (115 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Morning Coffee Spots: 

Ladder Coffee Roasters Valley (13105 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Cozy Coffee & Bistro (514 N Barker Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99016)
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Atticus Coffee (222 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Indaba Coffee (210 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Good for Food: 

Panera Bread (15716 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Krispy Kreme (15401 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99216)
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Peoples Waffle (15 S Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Bruncheonette (1011 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Weekend Fun:

Mobius Science Center (331 N Post St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture (2316 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Manito Park (1702 S Grand Blvd, Spokane, WA 99203)

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Bars & Nightlife:

Zola (22 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Borracho (211 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99202)
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Backyard Public House (1811 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Saranac Public House (21 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)

Choose between four race distances in beautiful Spokane, WA. No day of race registration is allowed. Shirts/Hoodies and Medals are only guaranteed for participants registering more than 10 days before the race. Shirts/Hoodies and Medals are on a first come first serve basis for those registering less than 10 days before. If you are able to select a Shirt/Hoodie size in registration, you will get a shirt. Once Shirt/Hoodie sizes are sold out they will no longer be available in registration.

Registration Includes:

• Stylish finisher hoodie or shirt (depending on distance)
• Chip timing
• Epic views of Spokane, WA
• Gear check
• Well supported aid stations along course
• Finisher food

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Pricing:

Marathon

• 04/15/25 - 05/31/25: $100
• 06/01/25  - 07/15/25: $110
• 07/16/25 - 08/31/25: $125
• 09/01/25 - 10/11/25: $135
• 10/12/25 Raceday: $150

Marathon Relay (per person)

• 04/15/25 - 05/31/25: $45
• 06/01/25  - 07/15/25: $50
• 07/16/25 - 08/31/25: $60
• 09/01/25 - 10/11/25: $70
• 10/12/25 Raceday: $80

Half Marathon

• 04/15/25 - 05/31/25: $85
• 06/01/25  - 07/15/25: $95
• 07/16/25 - 08/31/25: $110
• 09/01/25 - 10/11/25: $120
• 10/12/25 Raceday: $130

10K

• 04/15/25 - 05/31/25: $45
• 06/01/25  - 07/15/25: $50
• 07/16/25 - 08/31/25: $60
• 09/01/25 - 10/11/25: $70
• 10/12/25 Raceday: $80

Kids Fun Run

• 04/15/25 - 10/12/25: $20

Virtual Run

• 04/15/25 - 10/12/25: $45

The Virtual Run sign up is available between 04/15/25 - 10/12/25. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between 10/03/25 - 10/19/25 to the virtual results page located here. Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (10/12/25).

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