Lincoln Marathon
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Lincoln Marathon weekend
The Lincoln Marathon and Half Marathon is a multi-event running weekend held in Lincoln, Nebraska. The event includes a full marathon, a half marathon, a one mile kids race and several associated challenges and trials. A runners expo and packet pickup take place during the race weekend.
Distances offered:
- 26.2 Miles Marathon
- 13.1 Miles Half Marathon
- 1 Mile Mayor's Run kids race
Additional event types mentioned include the National Guard Marathon Team Trials, the Capital City Challenge, and the Fly Over Challenge. The Mayor's Run for school-age children starts at the Nebraska State Capitol.
Logistics and race facilities are provided across downtown and the University of Nebraska campus. Packet pickup and the runners expo are held at the Cornhusker Marriott. A final packet pickup and bag check occur at Cook Pavilion on the University of Nebraska campus; checked bags are transported to Bag Claim at the Stadium Drive Parking Garage near the finish area. The race start area is on the University campus at 14th and Vine Streets and the finish is north of Mueller Tower at 1306 U Street.
The event is organized by the Lincoln Track Club, a volunteer organization active since 1975. Driving access is via I-80 downtown exits; the nearest airports are Lincoln Municipal Airport and Omaha Eppley Airfield. Amtrak serves the Haymarket District. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
