The Half-Marathon is on MARCH 25th and begins at 9:15 AM
The half-marathon is open to participants at least 14 years of age on race day.
The Nitty Gritty
The course will close after 6 hours. Anyone who cannot finish the race in this time must move to the sidewalks as the course closes to allow regular vehicular traffic to resume.
The following items are not permitted on the course: pets, skateboards, bicycles, roller blades, baby joggers, and any other type of vehicle (other than official Marathon vehicles). These regulations are for your safety and the safety of the other participants in the race. The Oakland Marathon reserves the right to disqualify and remove anyone from the course who has any of the above items.
The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, the Oakland Running Festival encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of (race name).
We believe your race experience and those around you will be greatly enhanced by leaving the headphones at home or in the car. Running headphone-free allows opportunities to develop camaraderie with your fellow runners and to enjoy everything the race has to offer. Plus, volunteers and spectators will be on course cheering you on and providing directions to help get you to the finish line.
Runner safety has always been, and will continue to be, a top priority for our event. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone. If wearing an IPod or other audio device results in you being unable to hear verbal instructions or commands; approaching vehicles or course marshals on foot or on bicycles, you may be asked to relinquish the device.
Please note that those competing in the Oakland Running Festival for awards or prize money may not use such devices and will not be eligible for any award or prize money if such device is worn. USA Track & Field Rule 144.3, states that the visible possession or use by athletes of video, audio, or communications devices in the competition area (which includes IPods, MP3 and other musical devices) is considered assistance and is therefore are prohibited.
Bib Number Requirements
- All registered participants will receive bib numbers that must be worn on race day.
- Please fill in the necessary medical and emergency contact information on the back of the bib number with a pen or waterproof marker.
- Please do not alter the bib in any way.
- The bib must be visible and worn on the front outside of all clothing during the entire race.
- Make sure your bib number is clearly visible for the race photographers.
- Bib numbers are nontransferable and must be worn by the registrant to whom it has been assigned.
Chip Timing
The event will utilize the newest timing technology. The B-tag technology offers runners a more streamlined race experience than the traditional chip system. B-Tags are attached to participant bib and clearly marked with the corresponding bib number. This eliminates the need to scan your chip at the expo.
In addition, runners do not need to return the tag and can dispose of it at their convenience. This means no more sitting down to undo your shoe lace just after your run and it also means you no longer have to worry about the $30 charge for a lost chip.
Tips to have your time accurately recorded:
- Race bib is clearly visible on the front of the torso
- Race bib is unaltered and unmodified (Do not fold or wrinkle)
- Race bib is pinned in all four corners
- Race bib is not covered (jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.)
On the Course
We will have 8 aid stations on the half-marathon course. At each station we will offer water and Gatorade - lemon lime. Select locations will also offer fruit, salty snacks, and various flavored GU Energy Gel. We will also have at least one Port-A-John at each aid station.
 
Awards
- Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each five-year age group. No duplicate awards. Age Groups: 16 – 19, 20 – 24, 25 – 29, 30 – 34, 35 – 39, 40 – 44, 45 – 49, 50 – 54, 55 – 59, 60 – 64, 65 – 69, 70 and over
- Please note that those competing in the Oakland Running Festival for awards or prize money may not use such devices and will not be eligible for any award or prize money if such device is worn. USA Track & Field Rule 144.3, states that the visible possession or use by athletes of video, audio, or communications devices in the competition area (which includes IPods, MP3 and other musical devices) is considered assistance and is therefore are prohibited.
- Awards will be mailed approximately 3 weeks after race day, once results are finalized.
Race Premium
Runners will be able to pick up their premium at the Expo on March 24th. The gear this year will be provided by GreenLight. Size chart below. The half marathon participants will receive long sleeve performance shirts.
Post Race
Each Runner will receive a medal, a heat sheet, two tickets for a FREE alcholic beverage, as well as fruit, water, Powerade, bagels. In addition, you can get a massage courtesy of Innersport Chiropractic.
 Innersport and Press Play offers full sports medicine services including Running Video Analysis, biomechanical analysis of movement, rehabilitation and exercise instruction, Active Release Techniques, Graston, Spidertech, and chiropractic sports medicine. Her specialty includes diagnosing the weak link in movement that either cause injuries or inhibit performance. She uses state of the art software, Dartfish, which is the same software used in the Olympics, Olympic coverage on NBC, and with professional athletes. Dr. Greaux's goal is to help athletes recover from injury, run injury-free, and to perform optimally. Visit www.innersport.com or email Dr. Jess at drjess@innersport.com to learn more.
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