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San Antonio Gears Up for Inaugural Marathon Weekend, Expecting 18,000 Participants

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio is abuzz with anticipation as the inaugural San Antonio Marathon weekend approaches. Organizers are expecting 18,000 participants for the series of races, which includes a 5K on Friday, December 5th, and the highly anticipated marathon and half-marathon on Sunday, December 7th. All three races are sold out.

The marathon and half-marathon will kick off at 7:15 a.m. on Sunday at Main Plaza, concluding at Hemisfair. The 5K starts at 7 p.m. Friday and will start and end at Hemisfair.

“This is a historic moment for San Antonio,” said a marathon spokesperson. “We’re thrilled to welcome runners and spectators from across the region to experience our city.”

For those not running, opportunities to volunteer, attend the Health and Fitness Expo (held at the Henry B. González Convention Center), and cheer on runners along the routes are available. Participants must pick up race packets from the expo, with no packet pick-up available on Sunday.

Road Closures and Transportation:

Significant road closures are expected downtown starting at 3 a.m. on Sunday, and rolling closures will begin at 6 a.m. in other affected neighborhoods. Parking will be prohibited along race routes.

VIA Metropolitan Transit routes will experience detours, and San Antonio Sports recommends using rideshare apps. Free parking will be available in Alamodome Lots B and C starting at 5 a.m.

The San Antonio Marathon course is USATF certified and a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. Pace teams will be provided by the San Antonio Road Runners for both the marathon and half marathon.

Weather:

Runners and spectators are advised to check the latest running forecast from KSAT meteorologists.

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