FAQS

***All times are tentative and are subject to change.

What are the start times for the race?

7:58am - Wheelchair Start
8:00am - Marathon/Half Marathon Start
8:20am - 5K Start
8:30am - Kids Fun Run

What time zone is Indianapolis?

Eastern Time Zone - Indiana does utilize Daylight Savings Time

How is the climate in Indiana during November?

Indianpolis Daily Averages for the first week of November (2013)

Day	Sunrise	Sunset	Avg. High	Avg. Low	Mean	Record High	Record Low
1	8:13 AM	6:42 AM	58°F	39°F	48°F	82°F (1986)	26°F (1993)
2	8:15 AM	6:41 PM	58°F	38°F	48°F	77°F (1968)	24°F (1954)
3	7:16 AM	5:40 PM	57°F	38°F	48°F	80°F (1961)	12°F (1951)
4	7:17 AM	5:39 PM	57°F	38°F	47°F	77°F (1987)	17°F (1951)
5	7:18 AM	5:38 PM	56°F	38°F	47°F	78°F (2003)	15°F (1991)
6	7:20 AM	5:37 PM	56°F	37°F	47°F	77°F (1975)	15°F (1991)
7	7:21 AM	5:36 PM	56°F	37°F	46°F	79°F (1975)	20°F (1971)
*** Times reflect changes from Daylight Savings to Standard.							source

Does the IMM provide special booking for hotel stays?

Please use the following link provided by VisitIndy...click here

I'm flying in from out of town, what is the best way to get to my downtown hotel without renting a car?

There are many good ground transportation options but IndyGo offers a convenient and affordable transit service. For all the information: www.indygo.net.

Where can I park that weekend?

Please refer to the Suggested Parking Guide.

What is the deadline for online registration?

Online registration will close on October 29, 2013 at 11:59:59pm. Mail in entries will need to be postmarked by October 26, 2013. Faxed entries need to be received by October 29, 2013 at 2:00pm. If you do not submit your registration by the deadlines, you may sign up at our Expo on October 31 from 4:00pm-7:00pm or November 1 from 11:00am-9:00pm. Any faxed or mail in registration forms received after the October 29th deadline will be disregarded. There will be NO race day registration.

May I upgrade or downgrade my originally registered event?

Yes. If you would like to upgrade to the Half Marathon or Marathon, or downgrade to the Half Marathon or 5K, please email or call 317-733-3300 for details. If you downgrade you will not be refunded the difference in events, and if you upgrade you will be required to pay the upgrade difference. You may upgrade/downgrade by email until Friday, October 25th at 5:00pm. If you miss the deadline, you may upgrade/downgrade at the Expo. Please visit the "Help Table" at the expo. Any emails or calls regarding upgrades/downgrades received after the deadline will be disregarded.

May I transfer my entry to someone else?

Yes. The person who is taking your place will need to fill out the paper entry form (please contact register@monumentalmarathon.com to get the paper entry form), put your name in the "Transfer of Entry" blank on the form, and submit a $20.00 transfer fee. We must have a signed note from the original registrant included with the form that states they are agreeing to transfer their entry. Completed forms can be faxed to Tuxedo Brothers, 317-873-5803, Mailed to: Tuxedo Brothers, 6265 Boone Ridge, Zionsville, IN 46077, or emailed to register@monumentalmarathon.com. The deadline for submitting transfers is Friday, October 25th at 5:00pm. You may also transfer an entry at packet pick-up. Please visit the "Help Table" at the expo. Any transfers that are received by email, fax, or mail after the deadline will be disregarded.

How can I get confirmation of my registration?

Confirmation for 2013 is given by using the following link...click here.

What if I accidently entered the wrong information when I registered or I would like to change something on my registration?

You may log in to your Active account and change the necessary information, or you may email your changes to register@monumentalmarathon.com. Changes must be submitted by Friday, October 25 by 5:00PM. Changes may also be made at the Help Table at the Expo.

May I get a refund for my entry?

No, there are no refunds.

Can someone else pick up my packet?

Yes. In order for someone to pick up your packet, they must present one of the following:

• Your confirmation email
• A signed note from you stating you are allowing them to pick up your packet OR
• A copy of your driver's license

May I pick up my packet on Race Day?

No, there will be NO race day packet pick-up.

Is there a gear check?

Gear Check will be available race morning starting at 6:30am. Gear Check will be located off Senate Ave, on the west side of the Indiana State Capitol building. All gear must be picked up by 3:00pm. Any gear left at the gear check tent will be donated to a local charity. Please bring your own bag to store your items. Only a limited number of bags will be provided.

Is there a time limit for each race?

The time limit is six 1/2 hours for the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon. The course will close on a rolling schedule, with the finish line closing at 2:30 p.m. This means that marathon runners must be able to sustain a pace of 15:00 per mile in order to finish ahead of the course closure. Half marathon runners must be able to sustain a pace of 15:00 per mile for the first ten (10) miles in order to finish ahead of course closure. The last three (3) miles of the half marathon can be at substantially slower pace of 30:00 per mile.

I know I'm slow, can I still participate?

The Indianapolis Monumental Marathon welcomes all those who can finish in the 6 1/2 hour time limit. If you plan on participating but cannot average a 15:00 per mile pace, please be aware that our permit dictates that streets that comprise the route be reopened to vehicular traffic.

If I can't meet the 15 minutes per mile pace, can I continue running after the races are over?

If participants choose to continue running after the course closes, they do so at their own risk and will be asked by the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department to move off the streets. No times are recorded after 2:30 p.m. for either the marathon or half marathon. Finisher medals will be awarded only to those finishing within the specified time limit.

Can I leave the course and come back?

All participants who leave the course will be disqualified.

Will each race be certified?

The IMM is certified by the USATF. All USATF rules apply.

Is the course a Boston Qualifier?

Yes, and due to the flat, fast nature of our course, many people PR!

What items may I participate with?

Participants WILL NOT be allowed to participate in the IMM with animals, bicycles, baby joggers, strollers, roller skates, or inline skates and must wear their bibs at all times.

Are people allowed to wear headsets during the run?

For safety purposes, we recommend that people do not wear headsets so they can hear important information along the course.

Who is responsible for race management?

Don Carr of Tuxedo Brothers who has over 25 years of race management experience. Don is currently race director of the Indianapolis 500 mini marathon.

Do finishers receive a medal?

ALL Finishers in the Full, Half, 5K and Kids Fun Run will receive a finishers medal. Any finishers completing the course outside the 2:30pm time limit, will not receive a finishers medal.

Will I get my throw-away shirt back?

No, all clothes thrown along the race course will be picked up and donated to local charity.

What is the minimum age requirement for the full and half marathon?

The full marathon requires a minimum age of 16 years old. The half marathon requires a minimum age of 10 years old.

Who can I contact if I have questions about being an elite runner?

Click here to contact Jonathan Little.

How will the starting area and corrals work on race morning?

There are three seeded levels at the start line; Elite, Seeded Level 2, and Seeded Level 3. Elite participants will be assigned yellow bib numbers and be placed in the front Elite corral. Level 2 and Level 3 participants will have a brightly colored sticker placed on their bib that will allow them entrance into their respective corrals. Seed placement is based on estimated finish times given at the time of registration. If you believe you should be in a seeded corral, please visit the Help Table at the Expo. Those who are not given a seeded sticker will line up behind the seeded corrals according to their pace per mile or estimated finish time. Signage will be utilized at the start to specify the pace per mile and estimated finish times.

How long is the Kid's Fun Run, and what are the age requirements?

The Kid's Fun Run is about 1/3 of a mile, and is flat and fast. They will start at the official start line and run through the official finish line. Kids will be greeted by their favorite mascots when they finish. Participants must be between the ages of 4-10 years old. Registration is required and can be accessed through the online registration link or by submitting the printable entry form.