London OH Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Organizer: The Merrimac Miracle Organization is pleased to host the 5th Annual London OH Marathon as a fundraiser for Merri-Mac Park.
• Purpose: We are raising funds to further improve the park by adding play equipment, recreational paths, sports fields, etc.

🕖 Race Format

• Start Times: The full and half marathon race events will start promptly at 7 am and the 5K at 7:15 am.
• Course Duration: The course will remain open for 5 hours after the last competitor starts.

🗺️ Course Details

• Location: The start and finish will be located at Merri-Mac Park. All course maps can be viewed here.
• Scenery: The flat, tree-lined scenic rails will take you toward Darby Creek Metro Park.
• Turnaround: At Darby Creek (for the full marathon), you’ll turn around and head back to London!
• Course Certification: Both the marathon (OH21006DH) and half-marathon (OH21007DH) courses are USATF certified!

🎁 Runner Perks

• Half Marathon: All half marathon runners will receive a high-quality soft vintage style race shirt with the London OH Marathon logo, a finisher medal, and special promotional offers from local businesses.
• Full Marathon: All full marathon runners will receive a full-zip London OH Marathon lightweight hooded sweatshirt, a finisher medal, and swag from local businesses.

📦 Packet Pickup

• Date/Time: 2025 Packet Pickup date/time is TBD.
• Race Day Pickup: There will be race day packet pick up at Merri Mac Park starting at 6 am. Be sure to arrive early if you need to pick up your packet on race day!

🏆 Elite Athletes

• Fast Course: This course is going to be crazy fast, and we’re looking for people who can light it up.
• Contact: Please contact Race Director David Mars at davidtmars@gmail.com for details.
• Benefits: Elite entries will include a complimentary entry to the race and VIP accommodations on race day.

🔄 Event Transfer

• Transfer Deadline: Through April 11, 2025, if you need to change your event you can do so by following these instructions.
• Instructions Link: Transfer to another event.

🔗 More Information

• Race Link: For more details and to register, visit London OH Marathon.