Saturday, November 29, 2008
Myrtle Edwards Park
9:00 AM
$25 through November 25th
$30 on Race Day
Event Info
If you’ve never been involved with the Seattle Marathon family of events, the 5K Run/Walk is a
great introduction! This 3.1 mile race is perfect for both runners and
walkers. Use it as a warm-up for the Amica Insurance Seattle
Marathon and Half Marathon, or create a fun, family outing
to burn off some of those Thanksgiving Day calories. Treat your
out-of-town guests to stunning views of Seattle while doing
something healthy for the entire family.
The course
The USATF–certified course follows a winding concrete path along the beautiful
Seattle waterfront. The course is out–and–back, beginning and ending near Pier
70 and running through Myrtle Edwards Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of the
Olympic Mountains, Mt. Rainier and Puget Sound. Spot big ships in Elliott
Bay and coastal wildlife. Discover hidden gems along the course such as a
working grain terminal and the Seattle Art Museum’s Olympic Sculpture Park.
Dogs on leash and strollers welcome
The ADA–compliant course is wheelchair–, dog– and stroller–friendly. We ask that walkers and parties with dogs,
wheelchairs and strollers start toward the end of the line to
reduce crowding and allow runners to achieve their best time.
Results
Unofficial results will be posted near the finish line as soon as
they are available. A complete listing of official results will be
posted at www.seattlemarathon.org shortly after the race.
Timing
The race is timed using Winning Time chip
technology on a USATF-certified course. All 5K Race
participants must wear a chip in order to appear in the
results. A $30 fee will be assessed for any chips not
returned by the end of the event.
Awards
An Awards Ceremony will take place for 1st, 2nd and 3rd
place men’s and women’s finishers. All finishers receive a
complimentary t-shirt.
Parking & Transportation
Parking is available on the street and in parking
garages on Western Avenue. Please allow ample time to park and pick up your race
packet before the race. For the convenience of marathon participants staying at the
Westin Seattle, buses will be available to transport runners
between the Westin and the 5K Race start line before and after the race.
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Race Day Schedule
7:00 am — Day of race registration and packet pick-up
8:30 am — Day of race registration closes
8:45 am — Packet pick-up closes
9:00 am — 5K Run & Walk starts
10:00 am — Award presentation for top finishers
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Directions
From the north:
Take I-5 Southbound.
Take Exit 167 towards Mercer Street/Seattle Center.
Keep right at the fork in the ramp.
Turn right onto Fairview Avenue North.
Turn left onto Valley Street.
Valley Street becomes Broad Street.
Turn right onto Alaskan Way.
Continue 0.13 miles to 3130 Alaskan Way, Myrtle Edwards Park.
From the south:
Take I-5 Northbound.
Take the Seneca Street Exit (Exit 165) on the left.
Merge onto Seneca Street.
Turn right onto 1st Avenue.
Turn left onto Battery Street.
Turn right onto Western Avenue.
Turn left onto Wall Street.
Turn right onto Alaskan Way.
Continue 0.35 miles to 3130 Alaskan Way, Myrtle Edwards Park.
Mapquest Map
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Risks
As with most sports, running a road race involves a number of inherent risks, including but
not limited to tripping and falling, contact with other participants or
spectators, the effects of weather, traffic and road conditions.
Because the race is run on roads, streets and trails, there
are posts and possible potholes along the course.
Additionally, there may be other foot and bicycle traffic on the
course. All participants need to be prepared to avoid obstacles
and traffic. In submitting your entry, you are acknowledging
your awareness and assumption of all risks associated with
your participation. You are certifying that you are medically
and physically fit to compete in this event safely.
The Seattle Marathon Association is a member of the Road
Runners Club of America and as such is required through its
membership insurance to exclude entrants with bicycles,
skateboards, roller skates or blades,
animals (other than dogs on leash) and radio headsets. Entrants choosing to violate
these safety conditions pose a danger to all participants.
Persons found in violation of these safety rules will be
disqualified and removed from the course.
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