Eugene Marathon is once again here in Tracktown! We’re excited to welcome nearly 15,000 participants from 29 countries to Eugene for this truly special event.
Locals and visitors alike running one of the 4 races this weekend are invited to visit Downtown Eugene. Downtown is home to the best shopping, dining and performing arts that Eugene has to offer.
We’re excited to host a variety of Marathon-specific events and promotions this weekend, and you can check out the Downtown Eugene map to find points of interest, restaurants and shops sure to please the whole family.
Health & Wellness Expo
At Graduate Eugene
The Eugene Marathon Health & Wellness Expo is where runners pick up their packets before race day, but it’s also a great place for the public to explore vendors, sponsors and activities on Marathon weekend. The Expo can once again be found at Graduate Eugene, one of Downtown Eugene’s premier hotels, from 1–6pm on Friday and 10am—6pm on Saturday.
Whether you’re visiting the Expo, staying at Graduate, or stopping into Poindexter or Trophy Room, the memorabilia on display makes Graduate is a must-visit stop on any Nike or track enthusiast’s trip to Eugene. This year’s Expo is spilling out into the 5th St Market Alley—don’t miss it!
Shakeout Run with the PR Project & Keira D’Amato
At the Nike Store
American half marathon record holder Keira D’Amato will lead a shakeout run on Saturday morning, April 26th, at 9:30am starting just outside the Nike store in Downtown Eugene. Whether you’re running the Marathon or just want to get some miles in with a record-holding runner, join Keira and the gang from The PR Project for an easy run before the big shebang. Then swing back to Graduate between 1–4pm to catch Kiera and the PR Project crew on stage taking questions.
Run Hub Northwest Shakeout Run with New Balance
A perennial Best Running Stores award winner, no running enthusiast’s trip to Eugene is complete without a visit to Run Hub Northwest. You can find their brick-and-mortar at 515 High Street, across High Street from the 5th Street Market, or you can drop into their booth at the Expo. Marathon runners and non-runners alike can take advantage of special deals on gear all weekend long.
Join the Run Hub crew and New Balance on Saturday morning at 9am for a shakeout run on Pre’s Trail, another must-visit for track fans. Coffee and pastries from Palace Bakery will be on-hand.
Silenus Run Club Marathon After-Party
Sunday, 12pm, at PLAY Eugene
If you’re looking to celebrate your run, a friend’s PR, or just get down with some folks who did a lot of sweating Sunday morning, get down to the Silenus Run Club after-party at PLAY Eugene. Food, beer, batting cages, arcade games, golf sim, or just an opportunity to chill while coming down from the high that is completing the Eugene Marathon!
Downtown Discounts for Bib Holders
The Eugene Marathon is bringing back the Show Your Bib program. A variety of Downtown Eugene businesses are offering discounts to runners who bring their bib with them. Discounts are good all weekend unless otherwise noted. Check back for more entries on this growing list:
- Bo & Vine – 10% off your purchase
- Cornucopia – 10% off your purchase
- Dark Pine Coffee – $1 off your drink on Sunday
- Eugene Burger Company – 10% off your purchase
- Gilt & Gossamer – 10% off your purchase
- Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream – 25% off your purchase
- High Street Tonics – 1 free N/A beer or canned cocktail, Saturday
- Made in Oregon – free eco shopping bag with purchase
- MECCA – 10% off your purchase
- Porterhouse Clothing & Supply – 15% off your purchase
- Sassy Kitchen and Gifts – 10% off your purchase
- Title Nine – 15% off your purchase
- Will Leather Goods – 10% off your purchase
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