Question 1

Is registration available on the day of the race?

Accepted Answer

No. Registration is only available via our online registration platform.

Question 2

How much is registration?

Accepted Answer

That depends on when you register and which route you plan to run!   HALF MARATHON REGISTRATION FEES BY DATE:
$70 - Until June 30, 2022, at midnight
$75 - July 1 until August 30, 2022, at midnight
$80 - September 1 until October 30, 2022, at midnight
 SIXTH MARATHON REGISTRATION FEES BY DATE:
$50 - Until June 30, 2022, at midnight
$55 - July 1 until August 30, 2022, at midnight
$60 - September 1 until October 30, 2022, at midnight  NO T-SHIRT INCLUDED IF REGISTERING AFTER OCTOBER 20!    We also have a VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT option!  VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT Register for on or before October 20, 2022 at midnight. Includes mailed t-shirt & 2 drink tokens: $40.00

Question 3

What is included in the registration fee?

Accepted Answer

All registration fees for physical participants include two drink tickets and a lasagna dinner at the end of the routes. Early and Late Registrations include a commemorative t-shirt (Final Registration does not include a t-shirt).   Our new "Virtual" option, includes a t-shirt and two drink tokens that will be mailed to registrants in November. (No on-site accommodations are made for virtual registrants.)   Also, through registration fees, we are able to provide an accurately chip-timed event with stations offering water, Gatorade and restrooms along each route, as well as a fully stocked recovery tent at the finish line, heatsheets and medals for Half Marathon finishers (among other things).

Question 4

Can my child participate?

Accepted Answer

No. As of 2013, ALL participants must be 21 or older to compete in the event.

Question 5

If I am registered, can I push a stroller/walk my dog along the route?"

Accepted Answer

No. Strollers, baby joggers and/or other wheeled equipment is not permitted for use by participants. No dogs are allowed on either course route.

Question 6

Is there a pace requirement for either race route?

Accepted Answer

Not exactly. There is no official pace minimum on either of our routes. However, the Half Marathon will be open and manned by volunteers for 3 hours (meaning a pace average of approx. a 14-minute mile is anticipated from all participants). The Sixth Marathon will be open and manned by volunteers for 1 hour (meaning a pace average of approximately a 14-minute mile is anticipated from all participants). Due to traffic control issues on the "walking" category of this race was eliminated in 2016.

Question 7

Are runners allowed to wear iPods (or other audio devices) while running?

Accepted Answer

Yes. However, while iPods and other MP3 players are allowed, participants do so at their own risk. Both courses are planned along OPEN ROADS. Use of a personal audio device by participants is not recommended.

Question 8

If I sign up but cannot participate, can I get a refund?"

Accepted Answer

No. Registration fees are non-refundable, for any reason. However, person-to-person transfers may be made (via our online registration platform) until October 20 at midnight. After that point, no person-to-person transfers will be allowed.

Question 9

Once registration is full, can I be added to a waiting list in case of cancelations?"

Accepted Answer

No. As there are no refunds, we do not track cancelations. There is no waiting list.

Question 10

If I am registered for the Half Marathon but am injured (or not feeling up to the distance for whatever reason), may I participate in the shorter, Sixth Marathon?"

Accepted Answer

Yes. However, there will be no refund of the difference in registration fees.   Person-to-person transfers and distance drops from the Half Marathon to the Sixth Marathon can be made (via our online registration website) until October 20 at midnight. After that time, distance drops are the only allowed change and can be made on race day at packet pickup. Registered participants wishing to drop their distance will need to pickup their packets for the Half and ask officials to make the change for them manually.   Jumps from the shorter race to the longer one will not be allowed.

Question 11

Can I defer or transfer my slot to next year's race?

Accepted Answer

No. Registration fees are only good for the year in which they are purchased.

Question 12

If I cannot make it to the race, can my (husband/sister/friend/co-worker/etc.) run in my place?"

Accepted Answer

No. Person-to-person transfers can only be made online (via our registration platform) until October 20 at midnight. After that point, no person-to-person transfers are allowed. Participants will be required to show a valid driver's license or other photo I.D. at check-in.

Question 13

Can my friend or spouse pick up my packet on my behalf?

Accepted Answer

No. All participants are required to pickup their own packet and provide volunteers with a valid driver's license or other photo I.D. A copy of the online registration confirmation is no longer acceptable for packet pickup.

Question 14

My spouse/friend wants to come watch. Can he/she buy food on-site?

Accepted Answer

Spectators are WELCOME! Encouraged, even! And additional meal tickets can be purchased online at the time you register for physical participation. A limited amount of spectator meal tickets will also be available, day of, for $18.00 at the Information Booth at the race.

Question 15

If I cannot make it to the race, can I still pick up my t-shirt?"

Accepted Answer

No need! T-shirts of those that do not pickup their packets will be mailed to the participant's address given at the time of registration.

Question 16

Can I change my t-shirt size the day of the race?

Accepted Answer

No. T-shirts are ordered based upon participants' selections at registration. Shirt sizes may only be changed (via our online registration platform) until October 20 at midnight. After that point, you can be placed on a list for exchange IF another size is available.

Question 17

I missed registration for this year's race. Can I be put on a mailing list for next year's event?

Accepted Answer

We do not have a mailing list per se... Please simply like our event's Facebook Page to stay up-to-date on pertinent information about the Tyranena Beer Run!

Question 18

I am not participating but I'd love to help out... Do you need volunteers?

Accepted Answer

YES! Please sign up to volunteer through the REGISTER link on our main website menu. For the question, "How do you want to participate?", select the Volunteer option.   Here you can provide your contact information, select the type of volunteering you'd like to do (and see the times when the various duties are needed), pick a meal option and even purchase discounted Beer Run merchandise. We LOVE our volunteers! We couldn't put on this event without them!