Falling for You Half
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Event overview
The Falling for You race offers three distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half marathon
The routes run along the C&O Canal in Great Falls Park, Maryland, on a light gravel dirt road with minimal elevation change. The course is out-and-back for each distance. Race registration does not include the park entrance fee. Walkers and strollers are welcome. A virtual race option is offered. Points from this event count toward the organizer’s Year-Long 5k, 10k, Endurance, Back of the Pack, and Winter Series. The event partners with a charity called Operation Turbo.
Logistics and services
Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (drifit) event shirt, and chip timing. Water stations are provided as follows: seven along the half at approximate mile markers 1.55, 2.8, 5.5, 6.55, 7.6, 10.3, and 11.55; four along the 10k at about 1.55, 2.8, 3.4, and 4.65; and one along the 5k at about 1.55. Gatorade will be available at some stations. Packet pickup is available at the event; there will be no on-site race registration. Results are posted live and final results with series points are posted the Monday after the race. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in age groups 19&Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Registration fees vary by distance and have an early pricing deadline on January 31; prices increase on race morning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.