Marine Corps Marathon - MCM Event Weekend

MCM Event Weekend

MCM10K In 2006 the Marine Corps Marathon introduced the MCM10K, a 6.2-mile run starting at the National Mall in Washington, DC. The MCM10K and MCM begin simultaneously with MCM10K runners joining the final leg of the marathon course to share in the iconic finish up the hill to the Marine Corps War Memorial. Since its inception the MCM10K has steadily increased in popularity. In 2011, the race field sold out with 10,000 registered runners.

In 2011 a new MCM10K course record was set by Reuben Mwei, a native of Kenya residing in Acworth, GA. His finishing time of 00:30:37 crushed the previous record of 00:32:54 set by Wyatt Boyd of Washington, DC in 2009.

The 2012 MCM10K will take place on October 28.

MCM Finish Festival: Runners celebrate their MCM and MCM10K finishes in the post-race Finish Festival located in Rosslyn, VA. Runners, spectators and the community are welcome to enjoy food, including a Restaurant Row that includes several Rosslyn eateries, live music, sponsor displays, entertainment and giveaways.

Essential runner services are also located in the Finish Festival, to include Family Link Up, Info/Medical Tent, Massages, UPS Baggage Pick Up and the Michelob Ultra Beer Garden. Transportation from the Finish Festival includes shuttles to Crystal City, Metro access at the Rosslyn station and taxi service.

Healthy Kids Fun Run: The Healthy Kids Fun Run is a one-mile run held annually the day before the MCM. Children ages 5 through 12 are eligible to participate in the fun run located in the Pentagon North Parking Lot. Once children have completed their run they can visit Camp Miles, a festival area with healthy activities and games promoting physical fitness.

School groups participating in the Healthy Kids Fun Run compete for a Healthy School Award. This award is based on student participation and is awarded to the top five schools with the most runners. Winning schools receive a donation to their physical education department presented at an all-school assembly with U.S. Marines, MCM staff members, Miles the mascot, healthy snacks provided by MCM partner Sodexo and a program presented by the National Children's Museum.

The 2012 Healthy Kids Fun Run will take place on October 27.

MCM Health & Fitness Expo: All registered MCM, MCM10K and Healthy Kids Fun Run registered runners must attend race packet pick up at the MCM Health and Fitness Expo. Held in the two days prior to the MCM, the Health and Fitness Expo features more than 200 booths and interactive displays for runners’ enjoyment. Supported by nearly 300 military and civilian volunteers, the expo attracts nearly 100,000 runners and guests.

The 2012 MCM Health and Fitness Expo will be held from Thursday October 25 through Saturday October 27 at the D.C. Armory.

Carbo Dining In: Held annually on the eve of the Marine Corps Marathon, the Carbo Dining In serves up last minute inspiration and excitement and carbohydrate fuel for the following morning for runners. Held at the race headquarters hotel, the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, the dinner welcomes world class speakers and Marine Corps - style entertainment.

The unique name - Carbo Dining In - separates it from other pasta parties and carb loads by paying homage to a traditional military dining in, an evening that includes dinner and other events to foster camaraderie and esprit de corps.

The evening program offers music, live entertainment and a featured speaker. Previous motivational addresses have been provided by Robert Swan, OBE, Dave McGillivary, Kathrine Switzer, Larry Rawson, Deena Kastor and Roger Robinson. Add in appearances by Miles and Molly, the MCM bulldog mascots, amazing prize giveaways and the camaraderie of fellow runners, and this becomes the perfect way to prepare for the "The People's Marathon."

The 2012 Carbo Dining In will be held on October 27.

MCM First Timers Pep Rally: Introduced in 2010, the MCM First Timers Pep Rally is open to all first-time marathon runners. The evening offers the chance for novices to receive last-minute information and inspiration from an expert panel of runners, coaches, Clif Pace Team leaders, Brooks consultants and MCM staff members, among others.

The evening also celebrates the achievements of the new marathoners with music, cheerleaders, activities and prize giveaways. Runners are also presented the coveted MCM First-Timer pin.

The 2012 First Timers Pep Rally will be held on October 26.