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IRVING OKTOBERFEST HALF MARATHON
HALF MARATHON, 10K, 5K
OCTOBER 5, 2024
FAST & FLAT
USATF CERTIFIED RACE
BENEFITING IRVING SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
AT TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY
Believe it or not, Oktoberfest isn’t just about beer; it’s about the millions of people who gather together over shared passions and interests in an environment where they can meet new people, relax, and have a great time. In addition to forming an integral part of German culture for many generations, Oktoberfest celebrates warmth, friendliness, and good cheer which can be summed up in one word: gemütlichkeit.
Sign up for the Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon to enjoy the scenic routes through the Irving Las Colinas Urban Center, then cross the finish line and enjoy the Irving Oktoberfest Post-Race Party at Toyota Music Factory, America’s #1 Concert Venue, centrally located in Dallas Fort Worth minutes from the DFW airport!
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
FREE PROFESSIONAL HD RACE PHOTOS
Gender-Specific Performance Shirt
Race Bib with Timing Chip
Chip-Timed Race
Live Tracking & Course Maps W/ GPS Progress Alerts
Custom Finisher Medal
Age Group Awards (ALL Distances) - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place. Male & Female. (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+)
Half Marathon 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place CASH PRIZES
Half Marathon Pacers
Team Challenge Team Trophy (Must Join Team Challenge)
Team Challenge Most Participation Trophy (Must Join Team Challenge)
Team Challenge Best Dressed Team Trophy (Must Join Team Challenge)
Pre/Post-Race Party on The Plaza
Live Music/Entertainment
Food Coupon
Beverage Coupon for Beer (21+) or other
VIP PACKAGE INCLUDES
Race Registration
Race Packet Delivery
VIP Area Access
Private VIP Area
Brunch Buffet
2 Additional Beverages
Reserved Indoor & Outdoor Seating
View of the Main Stage for Awards & Entertainment
AC/Heat
Private Restrooms
Meet the IMRS Team, Ambassadors, Pacers, & more!
Reservation required for entry. 1 reservation per person. Additional reservations can be made by adding the VIP Area Access Add-On when registering, anytime online, or at the VIP door. Limited reservations available.
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THE EARLIER YOU REGISTER, THE MORE YOU SAVE
*PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.
COURSE MAP
DOWNLOAD COURSE MAPS FOR LIVE TRACKING!
Course Maps w/ GPS Progress Alerts - Receive progress alerts for yourself and others as you cross milestones along the course. Alerts are sent at EVERY MILE, including location, pace, elapsed time and estimated finish time.
IMRS PACER PROGRAM
The Irving Marathon Running Series Pacer Program brings a team of experienced runners from the Irving Running Club and other volunteers to help runners achieve their goals at IMRS races. They are an invaluable asset to runners attempting to complete a specific distance or want to accomplish a specific finish time. They are responsible for ensuring that the participants maintain a steady pace throughout the race, providing motivation and encouragement, and offering advice on maintaining hydration and fuel during the run. Pacers play a significant role in making long-distance races possible and more enjoyable for participants. They are one of the many reasons why running a race can be an unforgettable experience. We are grateful for our IMRS Pacers who volunteer at our events. It takes a village!!
Pacers are available for all marathon and half marathon distances.
Marathon Times: 3:10, 3:20, 3:30, 3:40, 3:50, 4:00, 4:10, 4:20, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00
Half Marathon Times: 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 3:00
AWARDS
TOP FINISHER OVERALL CASH PRIZES (HALF MARATHON ONLY)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST PLACE - $100
2ND PLACE - $75
3RD PLACE - $50
TOP FINISHER OVERALL (ALL DISTANCES)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE
TOP FINISHER MASTERS (ALL DISTANCES)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST PLACE
AGE GROUP MEDALS (ALL DISTANCES)
MALE AND FEMALE
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PLACE
(0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+)
TEAM CHALLENGE AWARDS (ALL DISTANCES)
FASTEST TEAM
MOST PARTICIPATION
BEST DRESSED
- According to USATF rules, Overall Awards are based on Gun Time and Age Group Awards are based on chip time.
- Awards Ceremony will be on The Main Stage. Start time depends on when runners that could place 1-3 in their AG have completed the course. Awards cannot be given until results are final. Results are not final until the timing company prints them out on paper.
- The Emcees will call Top Finishers Overall, Masters, and Team Challenge winners on The Main Stage.
- Age Group Medals will be handed out at the Awards Table by The Main Stage.
- Top Finishers Overall & Masters receive trophies and/or plaques only and not an additional age group medal; that’s called double-dipping.
- Awards must be claimed on race day or can be delivered at an additional cost. Tap here to order.
TEAM CHALLENGE
Join the Team Challenge for the chance to win the Fastest Team Trophy, Most Participation Team Trophy, or Best Dressed Team Trophy!
PACKET PICKUP INSTRUCTIONS
Friday, October 4, 11 AM - 7 PM*
The Plaza 340 W Las Colinas Blvd, Irving TX 75039
*SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. CHECK FOR UPDATES.
*IF RACE PACKET DELIVERY WAS NOT ADDED, YOU MUST ATTEND PACKET PICKUP ON FRIDAY.
*YOU CANNOT PICK UP AFTER PACKET PICKUP CLOSES - NO EXCEPTIONS!
RACE DAY INSTRUCTIONS
PARKING
URBAN TOWERS PARKING PARAGE
222 W LAS COLINAS BLVD, IRVING, TX 75039
$10 CREDIT CARD ONLY. Pre-pay now for express entry. Tap the button below and select VIEW ALL EVENTS. Find the event and select BOOK NOW. Parking garage opens at 5 AM. Plan to arrive at least 1 hour before your start time to avoid missing your start time. RUNNERS ARE REQUIRED TO START ON TIME AND CANNOT BE LATE!
START/FINISH LINE
TOYOTA MUSIC FACTORY
316 W LAS COLINAS BVD IRVING, TX 75039
SITE MAP
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
5:00 AM - URBAN TOWERS PARKING GARAGE OPENS, PARTICIPANTS & SPECTATORS ARRIVE
6:00 AM - FESTIVAL BEGINS ON THE PLAZA
6:55 AM - BEST DRESSED TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD PRESENTATION
7:00 AM - WARMUP
7:05 AM - HALF MARATHON LINE UP
7:30 AM - HALF MARATHON START
7:45 AM - 10K RACE START
7:55 AM - 5K RACE START
8:00 AM - LIVE ENTERTAINMENT BEGINS
~9:00 AM - 5K AWARDS CEREMONY & FASTEST 5K TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD
~9:45 AM - 10K AWARDS CEREMONY & FASTEST 10K TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD
~10:15 AM - HALF MARATHON AWARDS CEREMONY & FASTEST HALF MARATHON TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD
TBD - MOST PARTICIPATION TEAM CHALLENGE AWARD PRESENTATION
11:00 AM - OFFICIAL COURSE CLOSURE
Line up in your assigned Group (A-E) located on your bib. Group A starts first then B-E to follow. Groups are according to estimated finish time.
Awards Ceremony will start when ALL runners that could place 1-3 in their age group have completed the course. 5k Awards to start, then others to follow. See awards details below
Schedule subject to change at any time. Check for updates.
RACE REQUIREMENTS
NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO ENTER THE CORRALS AND BE ON COURSE WITHOUT A BIB FACING FORWARD ON THE FRONT OF THEIR SHIRT AT ALL TIMES. BIBS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS OF ALL AGES. ANYONE WITHOUT A BIB IS NOT ALLOWED.
YOU MUST START AT YOUR RACE START TIME WITH YOUR RACE DISTANCE. CORRALS CLOSE FOR EACH RACE DISTANCE AFTER IT STARTS. THOSE NOT ON TIME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. YOU CANNOT START WITH A DIFFERENT RACE DISTANCE. NO EXCEPTIONS!
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