Frequently Asked Questions:
What events will the Carmel Marathon Championship Weekend offer?
Marathon, 26.2 miles: 7:30AM start time
Half Marathon Presented by Runners Forum, 13.1 miles: 7:30AM start time
Championship Weekend 8k, 4.97 miles: 8:00AM start time
1-Mile Family Fitness Walk: 9:00AM start time
Are the event courses certified and where are the maps?
The Carmel Marathon Championship Weekend Marathon (#IN11008GAN), Half Marathon (#IN11007GAN) and the Championship Weekend 8k are all USATF certified. All participants will begin and finish at the Palladium, a new, premiere, arts and cultural center at the corner of 3rd Avenue and City Center Drive. For the latest map postings click here to view the routes.
Are walkers allowed to participate and are there time limits?
The Carmel Marathon Championship Weekend is walker friendly! All Carmel Marathon and Carmel Half Marathon participants will start at 7:30AM. The Carmel Marathon course offers a maximum course time of 6.5 hours or until 2:00PM (15 minute pace/mile) and the Carmel Half Marathon course will be open for 4 hours or until 11:30AM (18 minute pace/mile). The Championship Weekend 8k will begin at 8:00AM and the course will remain open until 9:40AM. Any runner/walker that fails to maintain the minimum pace will be picked up in the SAG Wagon or asked to walk on the sidewalk. The Finish Line will officially close at 2:00PM.
Can I use an iPOD or other device for music?
iPOD or other music devices are allowed but we ask that you stay safe and aware by keeping volumes at a low level in case of emergency. Rule 144.3 of USA Track and Field enables race directors to choose to allow the use of headphones by runners in non-championship races. The only exception to this new rule is those elite athletes competing for money are not allowed to use iPods or music devices.
When can I register for the event?
Registration is LIVE and can be found here!
Where do I get my bib number and race packet?
Packet Pickup is located at The Carmel Marathon Expo, hosted by the Monon Community Center at Central Park, 1235 Central Park Drive East, Carmel, IN 46032. The Expo is free and open to the public on Friday, April 20th from 10:00AM to 9:00PM. There will be no Packet Pick up or Race Day Registration on race day.
Can a friend pick up my Participant Race Packet?
Yes with a copy of email entry confirmation.
Can I run in a different race then I registered for?
Yes! We realize that training can go much better than expected, or maybe not quite as expected. In case of any last second changes, there will be the opportunity to change events at the Expo. The Expo is the ONLY place where these changes can take place. NOTE: no money will be refunded for changing distances to a shorter event and the difference in cost for late registration will be charged when changing from a shorter distance to a longer distance.
I’m physically unable, injured, or sick and cannot run. May I get a refund?
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer refunds for any of the Carmel Marathon Championship Weekend events but we will defer your entry to the following year.
Where can I order merchandise?
Official event merchandise will be available for purchase at the Runners Forum in Carmel, or online here prior to the Marathon Championship Weekend Expo.
What if I can’t finish the race?
We’ll help you out! There will be a bus following all courageous participants of each race. Anyone who cannot finish or cannot keep the minimum pace will enjoy a free ride back to the post race area.
Where should I meet my family after the race?
The post race area is located in Center Green just on the south side of the Palladium and the start/finish area. Here is a map to the start/finish area to assist you with making post-race plans.
2012 Carmel Marathon Startline Area Map
What type of timing system is the event using?
The Carmel Marathon Championship Weekend will be using IPICO timing device chips. Participants must still wear their pre-assigned bib number to enter the pace corrals.
Are there any age minimums?
Participants must be at least 12 years of age on race day to register for the Carmel Half Marathon and 16 years of age to register for the Carmel Marathon. There are no age minimums for the 8k but all youth under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult and all those under the age of 16 must have a parental waiver signed.
Are baby joggers, strollers, roller blades, dogs or bicycles allowed in any event?
The only events in which strollers, baby joggers, and wheelchairs are allowed are the Championship Weekend 8k and the 1-Mile Family Fitness Walk. There are no exceptions for the Carmel Marathon and Carmel Half Marathon. For the Championship Weekend 8k, baby jogger and stroller participants must start at the back of the filed for safety. Only registered participants are allowed on the courses. Any person not wearing a race bib will be removed immediately.
May I exchange my event shirt for a different size at the Expo?
Our event shirts are unisex for 2012 provided by ASICS. But if you need to exchange sizes, we may have additional sizes available at the Expo Shirt Exchange at the end of registration.
Can you give me the event locations and/or cross streets?
Carmel Marathon Championship Weekend Expo: Monon Community Center, 1235 Central Park Drive East, Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 848-7275
Official Hotel Designation: Renaissance North, 11925 N. Meridian St., Carmel, IN 46032, (317) 816-0777
Start and Finish for all events: 3rd Avenue and City Center Drive
Event Parking: Parking garage and open areas south of the finish line on 3rd Avenue, College Drive and Congressional Blvd in Carmel, Indiana
Will there be a gear check?
Yes. The gear check will be located just West of the Center Green on 3rd Avenue (at the end of the finish chute). The drop off and pick up will be at the same location.
Will there be start line corrals?
Yes, we will have corrals in place based on expected pace. Our Pacers will line up in the corrals with signs indicating their pace and finish time. We ask you to line up accordingly.
What is the course elevation and terrain like?
Each course is slightly rolling but fast and scenic with less than 200 foot elevation change over the entire distance. There are long but rolling straights, scenic running/walking paths through parks, various urban and semi-rural landscapes and a finish you will not forget!
Will there be refresh stations, medical and port-o-lets on the course?
Each Refresh Station will contain water, PowerAde and port-o-lets. St. Vincent’s Hospital will be providing their expert medical support at each Refresh Station as well.
