Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon

Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon

Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon

( 27 reviews )
100% of reviewers recommend this race
  • Oklahoma City,
    Oklahoma,
    United States
  • April
  • 3 miles/5K, 13.1 miles/Half Marathon, 26.2 miles/Marathon, Relay
  • Road Race
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Sara

Norman, Oklahoma, United States
5 5
2016
"Run to Remember"
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Sara 's thoughts:

I have participated in this race in the half marathon, marathon and kids marathon divisions. It has been an excellent experience every year. The expo is well organized and packet pickup is a breeze once you get in. Parking downtown does require an $8 fee at the convention center, but you can usually find cheaper parking in nearby lots and on streets depending on when you attend the expo. There are many quality vendors at the expo offering a variety of products, services and information.

Living nearby, I have always driven or gotten a ride to the race. It is good to arrive early to be sure to find parking and be able to walk to the start line. I have checked gear for two years, and it has always been quick and easy to drop off and pick up. A church near the start line opens up for runners and spectators on race morning with a free pancake breakfast from 6am-10am and nice, clean indoor restrooms. The parishioners are friendly and welcoming. It is wonderful to have a nice place to rest and change clothes post race.

The atmosphere of this race is very meaningful. From the early morning remembrance ceremony to the moment of silence and the firefighters walking in their full gear to honor their fellow first responders, it is truly a race to remember.

The course is moderately hilly, but not terribly so. It is well supported with many well stocked aid stations along the way. There is an abundance of crowd support for nearly the entire course with plenty of fun and encouragement. Medical aid stations are frequently available and the medical support at the finish line is excellent. (I have friends with first hand experience, but thankfully not myself...yet). The finish line provides a great party-like atmosphere with plenty of celebration for the first finishers as well as the runners coming in past the 6-hour mark. It is a great race for all skill levels and abilities to feel supported to the end.

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