New Balance Track & Field Center
Year-Round Events • New York, NY
The New Balance Track & Field Center at The Armory stands as a brilliant jewel in the center of Washington Heights, an example of civic renewal at its best.
Built as a training center for the National Guard in 1909, it became a venue for many of the city's biggest events, including Track &Field meets by the 1920s. In the sixties, the Armory was the unrivaled center for Track &Field competitions in greater New York. With the economic crises of the seventies and the scourge of homelessness in the eighties, The Armory was converted to a homeless shelter, housing over 1,800 beds. By 1987, New York Track &Field was driven from its historic home.
Renovations for the current incarnation of the Armory track began in 1993, when a flat surface MONDO track was installed, under the guidance of Dr. Norbert Sander, President of The Armory Foundation and Michael Frankfurt, esq., Chairman of the Board. In 1997, the banked track was constructed on top of the original, and The Armory track became a world-class facility.
The facility includes a pole vault runway, an eight-lane sprint and hurdle straightaway, two long jump pits, two high jump areas and a shot put area. The arena seats more than 4,000 people, and those fans have been treated to some classic performances over the years. On January 20, 2001 Alan Webb broke the high school indoor mile record by becoming the first to break four minutes, and Marla Runyan set a new American standard for the indoor 5,000 meters on February 19, 2001.
For more information, please visit: www.armorytrack.com
PF Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona
January 18, 2009 • Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, AZ
Over 100,000 people take part in this two-day health and fitness expo built around the largest combined marathon and ½ marathon event in the world. With 60 live bands ending with a post race headliner, more than 90,000 people will celebrate the run, its 35,000 participants and the new Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Kid's Marathon at the Arizona State University finish line.
For more information, please visit: www.rnraz.com
Zooma Austin Half Marathon and 5k
April 4, 2009 • Austin, TX
Following the inaugural race in Annapolis on June 1, 2008, ZOOMA events have been rolled out in cities across the U.S. This year races will be held in Austin, Texas, Annapolis, Maryland, Denver, Colorado, and Atlanta, Georgia. All ZOOMA participants enjoy a host of free luxuries, including free training programs, one-on-one interactive coaching, an unprecedented race day experience, and a unique ZOOMA After-Party Expo complete with shopping, mini spa treatments, wine tastings, brunch, live music and much more.
For more information, please visit: races.zoomarun.com/austin/
Country Music Marathon and Half Marathon
April 24 - 26, 2009 • Nashville, TN
This year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Country Music Marathon & ½ Marathon. 29,000 participants and the 2500 kids in the Country Music Kid's Marathon will turn out again this year and keep the 28 high school cheer teams rooting runners to the Adelphia Stadium finish line busy all day long. Thankfully, a headliner concert at the Gaylord Entertainment Center and 45 live bands will also keep the spirit up for the 60,000 visitors to this two-day health and fitness expo.
For more information, please visit: www.cmmarathon.com
George Washington Parkway Classic
April 26, 2009 • Arlington, VA
Celebrating its 25th year as Alexandria’s most prestigious road race, the George Washington Parkway Classic enjoys beautiful views of Mt. Vernon, the Potomac River, and historic Old Town, Alexandria.
For more information, please visit: www.gwparkwayclassic.com
Lilac Bloomsday
May 3, 2009 • Spokane, WA
The Lilac Bloomsday Run was born during the running boom that swept the nation in the late 1970s. Local runner Don Kardong, who moved to Spokane in 1974, competed in several national class road races before and after his participation in the 1976 Olympic Marathon, and in the fall of 1976 he suggested to a local reporter that Spokane should have a downtown run of its own. Now in its 33rd year, and boasting as many as 60,000 competitors in 1996, the 12km road race is now one of the nation’s largest and most prestigious.
For more information, please visit: www.bloomsdayrun.org
Marine Corps Historic Half Marathon
May 17, 2009 • Fredericksburg, VA
Marine Corps Marathon is proud to announce the new Historic Half. Welcoming a race field of 5,000, the 13.1 mile course will be held in Fredericksburg, VA, on May 17th, 2009. Founded in 1876, the Marine Corps Marathon is the 4th largest marathon in the US and 7th largest in the world. Leveraging 32 years of planning experience, we anticipate the Historic Half will be a huge success for MCM. New Balance will be the exclusive running footwear and performance apparel sponsor for the event, with New Balance branded merchandise at the MCHH Healthy Lifestyle Expo and at the online store, managed by Sureship.
Rock 'n' Roll San Diego
May 31, 2009 • San Diego, CA
Since 1998, the original Rock 'n' Roll Marathon has set the standard and today, boasts an impressive $175,000 purse. Now limited to 22,000 entrants, this fastest marathon west of Chicago and its 45-band lineup attracts 70,000 guests to its two-day health and fitness expo.
For more information, please visit: www.rnrmarathon.com
Zooma Annapolis Half Marathon and 10k
May 31, 2009 • Annapolis, MD
Following the inaugural race in Annapolis on June 1, 2008, ZOOMA events have been rolled out in cities across the U.S. This year races will be held in Austin, Texas, Annapolis, Maryland, Denver, Colorado, and Atlanta, Georgia. All ZOOMA participants enjoy a host of free luxuries, including free training programs, one-on-one interactive coaching, an unprecedented race day experience, and a unique ZOOMA After-Party Expo complete with shopping, mini spa treatments, wine tastings, brunch, live music and much more.
For more information, please visit: races.zoomarun.com/annapolis
National Running Day
June 3, 2009 • Anywhere and Everywhere in the US of A
Wednesday, June 3 marks the inaugural National Running Day, a nation-wide initiative to promote running as a healthy, easy, and accessible form of exercise. From New York to San Diego, the day will celebrate the benefits of running as part of a healthy and active lifestyle aimed at combating some of today’s most pressing health issues.
Cities across the nation are hosting special events to celebrate National Running Day, but you can participate no matter where you are - just wear your running shoes throughout the day, go for a run, and invite a friend to join you.
For more information, please visit: www.runningday.org
Rock 'n' Roll Seattle
June 27, 2009 • Seattle, WA
A Running Nirvana! Rock the Pacific Northwest where ideal running temperatures, beautiful scenery and an eclectic music scene are a perfect fit for the Inaugural Rock 'n' Roll Seattle. The event is coming to Seattle on June 27, 2009, and will be an annual fixture that kicks off the city's Seafair celebration. The 26.2-mile course will begin in Tukwila, proceed along the shores of Lake Washington before taking in beautiful views of Puget Sound and downtown Seattle, finishing outside Qwest Field, the home of the Seattle Seahawks. The event ties together Seattle's distance-running history with its rich music tradition.
For more information, please visit: www.rnrseattle.com
Baltimore Women’s Classic 5k
June 28, 2009 • Baltimore, MD
Many races have the tag-line “Classic”, but the New Balance Baltimore Women’s Classic 5K is true to the term. Celebrating its 34th year, the Classic is the second oldest women-only event in America, having a storied history dating back to 1976. Since then, tens of thousands of women have participated in Baltimore’s premiere all-women’s race. The New Balance Baltimore Women’s Classic 5K welcomes women of all ages and athletic abilities from elite runners to those out for a fun morning with friends. The race is intended to celebrate life, fitness and the power that lies inside each woman to take control of her health. Since 2003, proceeds from the race have gone to support women’s health initiatives with a special focus on supplying support services for gynecologic cancer patients. Women helping women is the foundation of the Classic. Be a part of this classic, growing and vibrant women’s 5K.
For more information, please visit: www.baltimorewomensclassic.com
The Boilermaker 15K Road Race
July 12, 2009 • Utica, NY
The Boilermaker 15K Road Race was established in 1978 by Earle C. Reed. Reed was looking for a way to give back to the community that had supported his family's business, Utica Companies (ECR International.) The race began with just over 800 runners and a budget of $750. Now, the Boilermaker is the largest 15K in the nation with 11,634 registered in its 25th year.
The Largest 15K In The Nation
The Boilermaker 15K Road Race has been consistently named the largest 15K Road Race in the nation. Each year, the race attracts top elite runners from all over the world, Olympians and world record holders.
One Of The Top 20 In The Country
In 2002, The Boilermaker was honored by the running community, Road Runners Club of America members voted the Boilermaker Road Race one of the top twenty road races in the country. Footnotes, the flagship publication of the Road Runners Club of America, recently polled its 550 Road Runners clubs to find out which races are considered the best nation's runners. Voters were asked to consider road races of all sizes and lengths in their voting, including marathons, 15K, 10K and 5K races held between April and September. Voters considered not only the race and race management, but also tourism and vacation opportunities that exist in the surrounding area.
For more information, please visit: www.boilermaker.com
Bix 7
July 25, 2009 • Davenport, IA
If you’re a Bix 7 veteran or planning to participate for the first time, this year we are Hitting Our Stride at 35! 2009 is the 35th anniversary of one of the United States most prestigious and challenging races, the Quad-City Times Bix 7. This year, the race has also been selected to host the USA 7 mile road race championships. Come enjoy the top level competition and the top level entertainment at the Bix Beiderbecke Jazz Festival.
For more information, please visit: www.bix7.com
Rock 'n' Roll Chicago
August 2, 2009 • Chicago, IL
A new tour date added to the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series! The rockin' mix of running and music re-energizes the legendary Chicago Distance Classic. You'll get a flat, fast course, live music while you run, an ultimate tour of Chicago, and a rockin' good time!
For more information, please visit: www.rnrchicago.com
The Falmouth Road Race
August 9, 2009 • Falmouth, MA
About the Falmouth Road Race: The Falmouth Road Race was founded in 1973 and has been named the "Best USA Road Race" by Runner's World magazine. It has also been featured in Life Magazine and Sports Illustrated, as well as on CBS television and ESPN. In 2005 it was named in Sports Illustrated "One of the 25 essential things to do in the summer." It was the only road race listed. Proceeds from the race benefit Falmouth school programs, youth organizations and area non-profit groups.
The race annually receives more than 25,000 requests for entry forms and fills its field of 10,000 in less than a week. Forms will be available online from May 1 through May 15 for the August 9, 2009 race date. Further information is available at the race web site.
For more information, please visit: www.FalmouthRoadRace.com
Rock 'n' Roll VA Beach
September 6, 2009 • Virginia Beach, VA
With the largest prize purse of any ½ marathon at $100,000, this Labor Day Weekend Event sells out with 22,000 participants. But don't be discouraged, the 25 bands and two-day health and fitness expo keep the 50,000 people who attend entertained.
For more information, please visit: www.rnrhalf.com
Reach The Beach (RTB) Relay
September 18-19, 2009 • Franconia-Hampton Beach, NH
The Reach The Beach (RTB) Relay is the longest running relay race in the United States. The 11th annual RTB Relay will take place in picturesque New Hampshire on September 18-19, 2009, during the start of the New England foliage season. The relay will consist of (a maximum of ) 12 person teams that will rotate through 36 transition areas as they cover the approximate 200 mile distance of the race. This means that each relay team member will run 3 legs of varying lengths and difficulty and will cover an average total distance of ~16.6 miles. There will also be an Ultra Distance division that will have a team limit of 6 members. In this case, the average distance covered per Ultra Distance Team runner would be ~ 33 miles. The runners will rotate in a set order once the race begins and will be obligated to follow this rotation until the final runner Reaches the Beach!
For more information, please visit: www.rtbrelay.com
Zooma Denver Half Marathon
September 20, 2009 • Denver, CO
Following the inaugural race in Annapolis on June 1, 2008, ZOOMA events have been rolled out in cities across the U.S. This year races will be held in Austin, Texas, Annapolis, Maryland, Denver, Colorado, and Atlanta, Georgia. All ZOOMA participants enjoy a host of free luxuries, including free training programs, one-on-one interactive coaching, an unprecedented race day experience, and a unique ZOOMA After-Party Expo complete with shopping, mini spa treatments, wine tastings, brunch, live music and much more.
For more information, please visit: races.zoomarun.com/denver
Army 10 Miler
October 4, 2009 • Arlington, VA
The Army Ten-Miler has increased its field to 30,000 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the race. Each year tens of thousands of runners and spectators descend upon Washington, DC to join in this prestigious event. Produced by the Joint Force Headquarters -- National Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, the Army Ten-Miler proceeds benefit Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation, a comprehensive network of support and leisure services designed to enhance the lives of soldiers and their families. The race starts and finishes at the Pentagon, passing by DC landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the Capitol Building.
For more information, please visit: www.armytenmiler.com
Rock 'n' Roll San Jose
October 4, 2009 • San Jose, CA
Located in the heart of the Bay Area, this ½ marathon boasts a scenic, flat course for 15,000 runners finishing at Plaza De Caesar Chavez. The two-day health and fitness expo hosts 25,000 visitors and 25 live bands, keeping the course and the weekend loud and lively, in Bay Area tradition.
For more information, please visit: www.rnrsj.com
Tuft's Health Plan 10K for Women
October 12, 2009 • Boston, MA
This year marks the 33rd Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women! Since its inception in 1977, the Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women has gathered women of all ages each year in the streets of Boston to participate in the nation's premier female sporting event. More than just a race, this Columbus Day tradition gathers mothers, sisters and friends to celebrate and support women's strength, health and fitness. Recognized as the USA Track & Field Women's 10K National Championship, the Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women attracts an internationally recognized field of elite runners as well as a loyal following of over 7,000 regional, health conscious women.
The Tufts Health Plan 10K for Women continues to expand each year as individuals realize the importance of health and fitness.
For more information, please visit: www.tuftshealthplan.com/tufts10k/
Denver Marathon
October 18, 2009 • Denver, CO
We're inviting you to join New Balance for the Denver Marathon a premier marathon, half-marathon and four-person marathon relay. This world-class event made its debut as Colorado's largest marathon and is commanded by legendary Boston Marathon Race Director, Dave McGillivray.
The race course will start in front of the State Capitol, travel past many of Denver's major landmarks such as the Denver Public Library and the Denver Art Museum, loops through "LoDo" including Larimer Square, Pepsi Center, Union Station and Coors Field, and winds through City, Cheesman and Washington Parks and their neighborhoods creating a community-wide celebration throughout the city. The final stretch will take runners down Denver's art district on Santa Fe Drive to the finish line and a post-race festival in Civic Center Park.
For more information, please visit: www.denvermarathon.com
Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Marathon
October 18, 2009 • Detroit, MI
With a unique course crossing the U.S./Canadian border twice and great musical entertainment along the way, there's no end to the excitement of running this race! Now in its 32nd year, the Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Marathon ranks as one of the best venues for running 26.2 miles in North America.
For more information, please visit: www.freepmarathon.com
Cape Cod Marathon
October 25, 2009 • Falmouth, MA
Come run what Runner’s World Magazine has called one of the ten “most scenic” marathons in America. Begun in 1978, and run for first 6 years at Otis AFB, the race has now followed a scenic one-loop certified course in Falmouth for the past 25 years. The race also features a 5 leg marathon relay challenge.
For more information, please visit: www.capecodmarathon.com
Zooma Atlanta Half Marathon and 5k
November 8, 2009 • Atlantic Station, Atlanta, GA
Following the inaugural race in Annapolis on June 1, 2008, ZOOMA events have been rolled out in cities across the U.S. This year races will be held in Austin, Texas, Annapolis, Maryland, Denver, Colorado, and Atlanta, Georgia. All ZOOMA participants enjoy a host of free luxuries, including free training programs, one-on-one interactive coaching, an unprecedented race day experience, and a unique ZOOMA After-Party Expo complete with shopping, mini spa treatments, wine tastings, brunch, live music and much more.
For more information, please visit: races.zoomarun.com/atlanta/
Rock 'n' Roll San Antonio
November 15, 2009 • San Antonio, TX
Heart, Soul, and Rock 'n' Roll! Featuring ideal running temperatures, beautiful scenery and non-stop entertainment, San Antonio proves to be the perfect destination for a late-fall running excursion. Combine your athletic conquests with a weekend getaway in Texas' #1 vacation destination.
For more information, please visit: www.rnrsa.com
MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Marathon presented by NexBank
December 13, 2009 • Dallas, TX
One of the best marathons in the southwest, MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Marathon presented by NexBank is the only Texas marathon located in a major city with easy access, transportation and plenty of hotel rooms that also offers the beauty of a 10-mile loop around the scenic White Rock Lake - better than running through Central Park! The course begins and ends downtown with split starts and runs out to and around the lake, with so much course entertainment that you might forget you're running a marathon! And our post-race party is one of the best, with a live band inside the American Airlines Center with plenty of food and beverages for all the participants.
For more information, please visit: www.runtherock.com
