Name:
Carlsbad Junior
Date:
April
5, 2008
Length:
·
Age 11 & 12 (1 Mile): 8:00 AM
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Age 10 (1 Mile): 8:15 AM
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Age 9 (1 Mile): 8:30 AM
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Age 8 (1 Mile): 8:45 AM
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Age 7 (1 Mile): 9:00 AM
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Age 6 (½ Mile): 9:20 AM
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Age 5 (½ Mile): 9:40 AM
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Age 4 (¼ Mile): 9:55 AM
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Age 3 Toddler Trot**: 10:15 AM
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Age 2 & under Diaper Dash**: 10:30 AM
Location: Carlsbad, CA
Contact: Email: juniorcarlsbad@eliteracing.com
Phone: 858-450-6510
Fax:
858-450-6905
Website:
www.eliteracing.com/juniorcarlsbad.html
Description: The 19th Annual Junior Carlsbad will celebrate every child’s superhero
status on Saturday, April, 5, 2008! Every child receives a race T-shirt,
goodie bag and finisher’s medal, as well as post-race refreshments and entertainment.
The top three girls and boys in each age group (5-12) also receive a special award, sponsor merchandise, and prizes. There are events for every age and ability, from the diaper dash and toddler trot
to ¼, ½, and 1 mile races. The emphasis is on fun, not speed – every child
is a superhero!
Register online and save $5!
Name: Carlsbad 5000
Date:
April 6, 2008
Length:
5K
Location:
Carlsbad 5000
Contact:
carlsbad5000@eliteracing.com
Website:
http://www.eliteracing.com/carlsbad.html
Start Line:
Jefferson St. and Grand Ave.
Carlsbad, CA
Entry Fees:
$45-50
Description: Join the party and celebrate the 23rd birthday of the Carlsbad 5000 on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Voted
"Best Road Race Venue" by Runner's World magazine, the World's Fastest 5K is a nationally televised event with nine separate
chip-timed age group races and a flat, fast seaside course through the Village
of Carlsbad. Soak up some sun as you relax post-race in the beer garden
or at the Health & Fitness Expo before watching the heart-pumping elite invitational race at high noon. Every participant receives an official T-shirt and goodie bag and the first 250 finishers in each individual
run receive a "First 250" medal. Awards are presented three-deep in each age
division and includes a plaque and sponsor merchandise and prices. Team and group
competitions are also available.
Register online and save $5!
Name:
Country Music Marathon and ½ Marathon
Date:
April 26, 2008
Length:
26.2 miles and 13.1
Location:
Nashville, TN 37203
Contact:
cmm@eliteracing.com
Website:
www.cmmarathon.com
Start Line:
West End Avenue just before 25th Avenue
Entry Fees:
$75-$110
Description:
Run to the rhythm of Music City with over
30,000 participants and experience some of Nashville’s
most scenic sights. With 50 bands playing on 27 entertainment stages, hundreds
of cheerleaders and thousands of spectators on the course – you will have the race of a lifetime.
The beat goes on…music continues
into the night as all marathon and half marathon participants are treated to a post race concert in downtown Nashville. Past performers include Sara Evans,
Phil Vassar, Brad
Paisley and Martina McBride.
Name:
YMCA Country Music Kids' Marathon
Date:
April 25, 2008
Length:
1 mile
Location:
Nashville, TN
Contact:
cmmkids@eliteracing.com
Website:
www.cmmarathon.com/cmmkids
Description:
Kids can run a marathon too! This healthy and fun event gives children in grades
K-6 the opportunity to run a modified marathon. Five weeks leading up to race
day, kids complete 25.2 miles with a group or individually. On April 25, all
participants will finish their marathon as they run their final mile and cross the official Country Music Marathon finish
line. Kids receive an official race number, T-shirt and a cool medal. Register now as the Kids’ Marathon sells out every year.
Name:
Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon
Date:
June 1, 2008
Length:
26.2 miles
Location: San Diego, CA
Contact:
Phone: (858) 450-6510 • (800) 311-1255
Fax: (858) 450-6905
Email: rnrm@eliteracing.com
Website:
www.rnrmarathon.com
Start Line:
Balboa Park
6thAve. and Palm St.
Entry Fees:
$85-$125
Description:
Running and rocking for 11 years! On June 1, 2008 rock ‘n’
Roll Marathon celebrates its’ 11th anniversary. This Southern Californian favorite features live bands on
26 stages, 2,000 energizing cheerleaders, fantastically themed water stations and a beautiful course showcasing some of San Diego’s finest landmarks. The weekend’s celebrations
are kicked off with a two-day Health & Fitness Expo and conclude under the stars at a post-race headliner concert. Join the fun and celebrate the Big 11 in San
Diego!
Name:
Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon
Date:
August
31, 2008
Length:
3.1 miles
Location:
Virginia
Beach, VA
Contact:
rnrvb@eliteracing.com
Website: www.rnrvb.com
Start
Line: Virginia
Beach Convention Center
1000
19th St.
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Entry
Fees: $75-$105
Description:
The 8th annual Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon
returns to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on August 31, 2008. Join the Labor Day weekend celebration featuring over 20 local
bands, the best crowd support from over hundreds of cheerleaders and residents from surrounding neighborhoods, plus an amazing
headliner concert on the sand. This race is limited to 20,000 participants and will sell out.
Register today!
Name:
Philadelphia Distance Run
Date:
September
21, 2008
Length:
13.1 miles
Location:
Philadelphia,
PA
Contact: runphilly@eliteracing.com
Website:
www.runphilly.com
Start
Line: Philadelphia
Museum of Art
Benjamin
Franklin Pkwy and 26th St
Eakins Oval 19101-7646
Entry
Fees: $55-$75
Description:
Still fast, flat and spectacular after 31 years! Music every mile will enhance your running experience
as the course rolls through beautiful Fairmount Park
and along the Schuylkill River.
This classic half marathon finishes by the Philadelphia Museum of Art, with the Rocky steps beckoning you to pump your fists
in triumph.
Name:
Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon San Jose
Date:
October
5, 2008
Length:
13.1 miles
Location:
San Jose, CA
Contact: rnrsj@eliteracing.com
Website:
www.rnrsj.com
Start
Line: Santa
Clara St. between Almaden Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95113
Entry
Fees: $65-$95
Description: On October 5th we're taking it to the streets of San Jose,
CA for the third annual Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon San
Jose. Whether you're a rookie runner or seasoned veteran out for a PR, this is the race for you! The
flat, fast course promises for a great experience and stellar times. With bands at every mile and themed water stations, it
is bounded to be a Rockin’ good time. Everything's Better by the Bay...Rock This Way!
Name:
Rock ‘n’
Roll San Antonio Marathon and ½ Marathon
Date:
November
16, 2008
Length:
26.2 miles and 13.1 miles
Location:
San Antonio,
TX
Contact:
rnrsa@eliteracing.com
Website:
www.rnrsa.com
Start
Line: San
Antonio, TX 78203
Entry
Fees: $65-$110
Description:
Featuring ideal running temperatures in the mid-60’s and beautiful Hill
Country scenery, San Antonio proves to be the perfect destination for a late-fall running vacation. Combine your athletic
conquests with a weekend getaway in Texas’ cultural
mecca.
The
flat and fast marathon and half marathon routes are perfect for runners and walkers at every level. The race routes will highlight
the signature sights of San Antonio, including the Alamo and
lush Mission Trail, home of five missions and centuries of culture. In true rockstar fashion, 70 live bands, 40 cheer teams
and themed water stations will line the course to keep you entertained from start to finish.
Continue the party with your fellow runners and friends at the evening
Headliner Concert Celebration at the Alamodome. Every participant receives FREE entry. Other Elite Racing acts include INXS,
the Gin Blossoms, Train, Chris Isaac,
Ozomatli and the Goo Goo Dolls. 
