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The Marine Corps Marathon, takes place around Washington DC, started in 1975. Colonel James L. Fowler decided to create a marathon that promoted goodwill between the military and post-Vietnam community. The event helps to raise money for the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund and it brings the community together to show the support for the US Marine Corps. The route of the MCM is amazing and it takes in many of Washington’s major monuments.
Renowned for the impeccable organisation on a scenic course managed by the US Marines in Arlington, Virginia, and the nation’s capital, the Marine Corps Marathon is one of the largest marathons both in the US and around the globe, bringing in runners from all over the US and over 60 countries world wide! The race is one of the best organised and most enjoyable events you will ever run!
The course runs along many of the iconic national monuments of Washington, D.C.! Indeed the scenic course “marathon of monuments” takes runners past the Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials, the Pentagon, scenic Potomac River and many more major sights of central Washington D.C. including historic Georgetown.
The Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall is a new hotel, conveniently located for your trip to Washington for the Marine Corps Marathon. The hotel is located 2 blocks from Federal Centre SW Metro station (blue, orange, silver lines) and less than half a mile from L'Enfant Plaza Metro (Green, Yellow, Silver, Orange, Blue lines) and Waterfront Metro (green lines). Great transport links to the start and finish of the Marine Corps Marathon and the Marathon Expo. Located 4 blocks from National Mall & 6 blocks from US Capitol Building. The hotel has a Coffee-to-Cocktails Bar featuring our 24/7 Dining Menu and our Gallery Terrace.
Outdoor swimming pool Private parking Free WiFi Non-smoking rooms Fitness centre Restaurant Facilities for disabled guests 24-hour front desk Bar Breakfast
* Please note that the price is based on 2 people sharing a room with double bed or 2 single beds. Single supplement fee for a single occupancy of a room.
The below is a sample 3 night itinerary, 4 and 5 nights also available. Arrange your own flights or transport to Washington DC. Alternatively if you would like to stay a little longer in advance of the marathon, please send us an email and we can advise extra nights subject to availability. After you have checked into Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall Hotel, the rest of your day is at leisure.
Head to the marathon expo at the Gaylord National Resort (201 Waterfront Street) at National Harbor to collect your race number and registration details. Admission to the Health & Fitness Expo, presented by Cigna, is free and welcomes participants, family members, friends, supporters, volunteers and general public. At the EXPO you can sample nutritious food, try out the latest exercise equipment, test drive technology, explore recovery products and snap motivating selfies. The exhibit floor features sponsors, charities and vendors offering great giveaways, health screenings, literature and selling the latest products. At the EXPO you will also find vendors selling MCM-branded merchandise.
To reduce traffic congestion, participants are encouraged to utilize Metro and the MCM Shuttle service to arrive at the Health & Fitness Expo at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center on Friday and Saturday, October 28-29. The rest of your day is then free to explore Washington at your leisure, enjoying the fabulous shops, markets, bars and restaurants. Take in a sightseeing trip around the amazing city. Free round trip shuttles will run from Eisenhower (yellow) and Van Dorn (Blue) Metro station to the Gaylord National Resort during the Expo hours.
MCM kids run: Today is the day of the MCM Kids Run. Three thousand kids ages 5-12 will participate in the one-mile fun run that also offers a variety of activities at the family fitness called Camp Miles. The one-mile, have-all-the-fun-you-can event features music and entertainment, mascots and medals.
This evening we will hold a pre race marathon briefing where you will be able join your fellow runners for an informal chat.
Marine Corps Marathon has a 7.45am start for wheelchair and hand cycle athletes and 7.55am for runners. The 50k event time is 07.30am. The 10K race details are TBC (although we anticipate a start time of around 8am). Hosted in the nation’s capital, with the start and finish in Arlington, VA; the Marine Corps Marathon is a unique experience that will take you through some of the most recognizable landmarks in the USA. The start line is between the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery, signalling to runners, from the off, that this is no ordinary race experience. The route continues through Rosslyn, before journeying into the District to tour Georgetown and the National Mall on the way to ‘beating the bridge.’ Enter Arlington and pass the Pentagon, tour Crystal City, and finish head uphill, to the finish, at the Marine Corps War Memorial.
After running the fantastic course, return to the hotel before heading out for a well earned celebratory drink in a local bar!
Today you can finish off your sightseeing and shopping in Washington. Ensure you are checked out of the hotel in good time and have ample time for your onward journey. Return or onward journey by your own arrangements. Alternatively you can extend your stay in Washington, or head over to New York for the New York Marathon! Prices on a request basis.
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Washington Dulles Airport is the main International airport and is 27 miles to the city center taking approximately 45 minutes.
There are a number of companies offering van service from Dulles Airport to points in and around Washington, DC. Your journey time will vary dependent on the number of passengers and destinations.
Washington Flyer Taxi operates exclusively out of Dulles International Airport. There are no reservations required and taxis are available 24/7 every day of the year.
Metrobus offers service between Dulles Airport and downtown D.C on the 5A. Bus departure times vary between every 30 minutes and every hour depending on the day.
The marathon takes runners from near the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, into Washington, D.C. along the National Mall and the monuments, and then back across the Potomac River to the Marine Corps War Memorial (known for its Iwo Jima statue) in Arlington.
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