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No. Race participation totals are based on safety factors so everyone can have a pleasant and safe experience. All products such as water, medals, t-shirts, etc are determined months ahead and calculated for the total number of participants in each event.

Should you register for the Marathon then run the 21.1 km Half Marathon, upon crossing the Finish Line you will not be given a Half Marathon medal. In addition, the timing company will register your time as DNF (Did not finish).

Yes.  

For all participants in the Marathon (Walkers, Nordic, 6+ hr runners), you must register as a walker and leave at 6:00 AM.

For the 21.1 km Half Marathon, walkers and runners start at the same time.

As a walker, watch for runners coming up behind you. Please do not walk abreast and keep to the far right of the road. This will ensure that both walkers and runners can obtain their desired finish times. There is a strict 2:00pm course closure time (8 hour marathon).

Yes, all Marathon participants anticipating finishing in 6 hours or longer must start at 6:00am.  Please note that you must register in the "Marathon (6+ hour)" category in order to receive the correct bib and to receive the correct result.

Yes. If you're picking up somebody's race package, you need to have your own picture ID with you. Make sure you know your friend's bib number which was sent in their confirmation email. You can also check their bib number online here.

Package Pickup is located in the Brita Sports Expo at the Event Village at Concord Pacific Place.

No, there will be no race package pick up or registration on race day.

Timing is by the ChampionChip System. It records the time at which you cross the mat at the Start line and when you cross the mat at the Finish line, then calculates your net time. There is no other timing system, therefore if an accurate running time is important to you, it is imperative that you have a chip.

Updated maps are posted here and are also included in race package. Extra copies will be available at the Brita Sports Expo. To get the most out of the event, be sure to familiarize yourself with the course. There may be changes from last year’s course.

Yes, markers appear at every kilometer and every 5 miles.

All events will start on Pacific Boulevard, east of GM Place.

Yes, parking facilities around GM Place and BC Place are open and accessible from Expo Blvd. and Cambie Bridge before 5:45am.  All volunteers and participants must obey all City traffic postings and Bylaws.

Main bus, SkyTrain and Seabus routes may be opened earlier on race morning. Skytrain service is TBA. Check website for service confirmation and routes. Access to race start/finish can be made via Stadium Skytrain exit.

Road closures begin at 3:00am on race day.

A rolling closure of roads is in effect. You will be asked to move from the road to the sidewalk along the course depending on when the roads are re-opened to traffic in the first 28km. At 10:15am roads will be opened to vehicle traffic in Stanley Park, and all participants will need to move to the sidewalks to ensure your safety. An alternate path around Lost Lagoon to Beach Ave will be used for marathon participants after 10:00am. At 12:00 noon, the first 28km of the marathon course must be fully open to vehicle traffic and moving to the sidewalks will be mandatory. A rolling closure of the course is in effect after 12:00 noon in the Kits area after the 28km/ mark - Burrard Bridge which will coincide with an 8hr pace and a full 2pm course closure.

Be familiar with the course, carry a map and if you decide not to finish, please tell a marathon course marshal. There will be course marshals along the entire race route.

There will be a strict 2:00pm course closure time.  There will be designated check points along the course with authorized course marshals that monitor the 8hr pace and (notify) runners to ensure completion within the cut off time.  Sweep vehicle will be available for pick up if necessary.  We thank all participants for their cooperation.

Yes, there is a secured area inside the Event Village at Concord Pacific Place designated for Bag Check. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes prior to the race for check in. You will be given a bag to place your gear in. Please mark it with your race number. Any runner’s gear not claimed by 3pm on race day will be donated to charity.

There are two medical tents located in the Start/Finish area, as well as on course.  Please refer to the course map for exact locations.

Please note: If you have a pre-existing medical condition, please indicate this on the back of your race bib (in waterproof ink) in case of a medical emergency.

Please refer to our course map for exact locations.

Please refer to our course map for exact locations.

There will be portable toilets located in the Start/Finish area, as well as at each water aid station on the course.  There are also public toilets in Stanley Park at Lumberman's Arch, Prospect Point, Second Beach concession and English Bay.

No, there will be no shower facilities available.

Yes!  There will be 14 locations on the course with entertainment from around the world to keep you moving to the beat until you cross the Finish Line!

After you cross the Finish line, you will be moved through a fenced area on Pacific Ave.  Follow the other runners to the post food area inside the Runner’s Compound, after receiving your medal and blanket, where there will be food and beverages for you before moving to the Event Village at Concord pacific Place. Please note that there is no public access to the Runners Compound or return privileges for runners. You may not return to the Finish Line. For safety and medical access, we must keep this area cleared of runners.
 

Starting this year, the BMO Vancouver Marathon has moved to a recyclable chip and, therefore,  you will not need to return your chip after the event. 

You can meet your family in the Event Village at Concord Pacific Place in the designated Family Meeting Area.

Official results for Top 10 Finishers and Age Category Winners only will be posted on the Results Board from 30 minutes after the first Finisher crosses the line and every 15 minutes following.

Please refer to our Race Result Policy for more information.

Awards ceremony will be held on the main stage inside the Event Village at Concord Pacific Place. All awards must be picked up at the ceremony and will not be mailed.

Please click here to see our Race Day schedule for the scheduled Award Ceremony time for each event.

Marathon Foto will be taking photos during the event. If you want to arrange for your photo, be sure to stop by their booth at the Brita Sports Expo on April 30, May 1-2, or order online following the event.

The BMO Vancouver Marathon official souvenir merchandise will be provided by Saucony!  Come by the Brita Sports Expo for a range of official souvenir merchandise.

For the safety of participants, age restrictions are in place for the Marathon and 21.1 km Half Marathon.  Marathon participants must be 16 years or older on race day, and 21.1 km Half Marathon participants must be 12 years or older on race day.  Parents/guardians are urged to ensure that young runners have the training and pace judgment needed to complete the event comfortably and safely.

All participants under the age of 19 must have parent/legal guardian permission.  For the McDonald's Kids MaraFun, a parent/legal guardian must sign the waiver on the entry form.  For the Marathon, 21.1 km Half Marathon, and 8 km, a Letter of Authorization must be completed and submitted to or 604 872 2903 (fax).
 

Yes!  The BMO Vancouver Marathon course is AIMS certified  and is therefore a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.

All participants will receive a certificate of completion (downloadable), a commemorative medal, and an event shirt.

Walking/Nordic poles are permitted in the 21.1km Half Marathon but you will not be eligible for any of the award categories and you must seed yourself at the back to avoid hazard to runners.