Lincoln Marathon
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Lincoln Marathon and Half Marathon
The Lincoln Marathon and Half Marathon is an annual road race held in Lincoln, Nebraska, each early May. The event is organized by the Lincoln Track Club, a volunteer organization that has promoted running in Lincoln since 1975. The race weekend includes a runners expo and packet pickup at the Cornhusker Marriott and additional packet pickup and bag check at the University of Nebraska Cook Pavilion. Bags checked at Cook Pavilion are transported to bag claim beyond the finish at the Stadium Drive Parking Garage.
Race activities on the weekend include a range of distances and affiliated events:
- 26.2 Miles Marathon
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
- 1 Mile Mayor’s Run for kids
Other event features listed by the organizer include the National Guard Marathon Team Trials, the Capital City Challenge, and the Fly Over Challenge. The Mayor’s Run starts at the Nebraska State Capitol. The main start and finish area use locations on the University of Nebraska campus, with the finish near Mueller Tower. Organizers note that roads near the finish are closed during race activities, and spectators are advised to park downtown and walk to the finish area.
Getting to Lincoln options mentioned by the organizer include driving via I-80 downtown exits, Lincoln Municipal Airport LNK, Omaha Eppley Airfield OMA, and an Amtrak station in the Haymarket District. Several hotels in downtown Lincoln are listed as lodging options, including properties within walking distance of the start line. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
