March Madness Half Marathon
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March Madness Half Marathon - Cary, IL
The March Madness Half Marathon is held in Cary, Illinois with the course certified by USATF (IL-23027-NM). The route begins in front of Cary-Grove High School and is marked with mile signs. Water and a performance drink are provided at approximately 2.5 mile intervals and again at the finish. A Chronomix timed finish line and finish clock are used for official results.
Support on course includes multiple portable and brick washrooms at several mile points, and additional indoor facilities in the Cary-Grove High School gym. Portable toilets are located in the school parking area. Parking is available in the Cary-Grove High School lot with additional parking at Cary Grove park and an overflow lot at the Cary Public Library about a half mile east; parking across the street from the school at the church is prohibited.
Event rules and services: strollers, bikes, roller blades, scooters, skates and dogs are not allowed on the course; headphones are not recommended because roads are open to traffic. The race operates with a time limit and intermediate cutoffs; the organizers reserve the right to alter or end the event for safety reasons. No refunds or deferrals are offered.
Race amenities and programs include a race premium apparel item for participants, pre-registered runners receiving a tech running shirt, finisher medals for those who complete the course, a pace team with designated target finish times, and VIP entries that provide dedicated parking, complimentary coffee and private restrooms. A portion of event fees and VIP proceeds support a distance scholarship program for McHenry County graduating seniors; the club awarded $15,000 in scholarships in 2025.
Packet pickup is available the day before at The Running Depot in Crystal Lake and on race morning at the Cary-Grove High School gym. Age group divisions are defined in five year increments and awards are presented for overall and age group placements. Team awards are given for fastest overall time and most participation; awards must be collected on the day of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
