EUGENE MARATHON EVENT GUIDE
APRIL 2527, 2025
RUNNING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF LEGENDS
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WELCOME
Welcome to the Eugene Marathon Weekend!
I'm honored and excited to welcome everyone - runners, volunteers, families, and supporters - to the 18th Eugene Marathon Weekend. This year marks the largest Eugene Marathon Weekend ever: we're proud to welcome runners from all 50 states and 29 countries, in addition to the thousands of Eugene/Springfield locals who have chosen to be part of this iconic event.
With so many participants from so many different places, each of you will be surrounded by people with diverse stories, varied goals, and unique journeys that have led you here. Some are chasing personal records, others completing their first race, and many simply celebrating the joy of participation in our beautiful city. This diversity of experience is part of what makes our event so special, but I’m confident that we all have one thing in common: we're more likely to thrive when we're pursuing our goals together. The energy you’ll feel at the start line will carry you forward, and the camaraderie you find along the course will make every mile more meaningful.
Speaking of camaraderie, when you’re out on the course please take a moment to recognize the scores of police officers, EMTs, doctors & nurses, along with the hundreds of volunteers who make this event possible. Without the partnership of community leaders in Eugene and Springfield, without the early morning set-up by Public Works, or without the enthusiastic participation of our local vendors, partners and sponsors, this event would not be possible. The cooperation and coordination of so many stakeholders in our community underscored the value of this event, and the broad recognition of what it means to our community and to the individuals who participate.
If you’re reading this, then you’re part of the Eugene Marathon and that’s something we can all be proud of. The Eugene Marathon is an economic driver in our community, a catalyst for fundraising, and a source of enormous civic pride. Thank you for being part of this!
Ian Dobson Eugene Marathon Race Director
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
GRADUATE EUGENE & 5TH STREET MARKET ALLEY
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Health & Wellness Expo
SATURDAY
HAYWARD FIELD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
7:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Packet Pick-up for 5K & Duck Dash on Finisher Field
8:00 a.m.
EUGENE 5K
PRESENTED BY OCCU
8:30 a.m.
5K Awards Ceremony (in stadium)
9:30 a.m.
KIDS DUCK DASH
PRESENTED BY OCCU
8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Finish Festival
Featuring Krusteaz Pancake Breakfast
GRADUATE EUGENE & 5TH STREET MARKET ALLEY
9:30 a.m.
Shakeout Run with Keira D’Amato & the PR Project (starting from the 5th Street Alley in front of the Nike store)
(SATURDAY CONTINUED)
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Health & Wellness Expo
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
PR Project with Keira D’Amato
Live on the Expo Stage (no tickets needed)
3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
PR Project Living Room Show on the Expo Stage
SUNDAY
HAYWARD FIELD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
5:30 a.m. – 6:40 a.m.
Pre-Race Shuttles to Start
7:00 a.m.
MARATHON
7:00 a.m.
HALF MARATHON
8:45 a.m.
Half Marathon Awards Ceremony (in stadium)
10:00 a.m.
Marathon Awards Ceremony (in stadium)
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Finish Festival
Featuring Krusteaz Pancakes & Hop Valley Beer
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Post-Race Shuttles
HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO
LOCATION
Graduate Eugene & 5th Street Market Alley
66 E 6th Ave, Eugene, OR
PEXPO HOURS
Friday, April 25 - 1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 26 - 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
articipants, friends and family, as well as the Eugene community, can all enjoy the festive atmosphere at the Expo! Shop cool vendors, collect freebies, enjoy beverage samples, grab official Eugene Marathon merchandise and get excited to race!
The Expo is your primary opportunity to pick up your race packet – this includes your bib number (required on race day) and Nike race shirt.
Click here for more detailed information about the Expo
PACKET PICK-UP
Friday at Graduate Eugene
Pick-up for ALL race distances
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday on Finisher Field west of Hayward Field
Pick-up for Kids Duck Dash & Eugene 5K presented by OCCU
7:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Saturday at Graduate Eugene
Pick-up for Marathon & Half Marathon
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday on Finisher Field west of Hayward Field*
Pre-paid Race Day Packet Pick-up for Marathon & Half Marathon
*Only available for participants who have pre-arranged and paid for this service. 5:30 a.m. – 6:15 a.m.
HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO
PACE TEAM
Representatives from the On Pace Eugene Marathon Pace Team will be present during Expo hours. Bring your questions and talk all things racing, strategy and pacing!
EUGENE MARATHON MERCH
Make sure to check out this year’s selection of merchandise, available for the first time at the Health and Wellness Expo! From popular Nike items to Eugene Marathon tumblers, magnets and toddler tees, you’re guaranteed to find something special to remember the race.
VENDORS
Browse merchandise and enjoy special offers and samples from vendors such as: Krusteaz, RunHub, Hop Valley, Browne Family Vineyards, Bull Run Distilling, Oregon Track Club, TrackTown US A, Will Leather Goods and more.
5TH STREET MARKET ALLEY
Once you’ve picked up your bib and explored everything at the Graduate, make your way to the 5th Street Public Market, just one block away, and enjoy amazing discounts at participating stores and more vendors and charities located in the 5th Street Alley with information on their programs.
PARKING
Parking is available at the Parcade parking garage on 7th between Olive and Willamette. Rates are low (the first hour is free) and Saturday is free. On Saturday, an additional lot on the corner of Oak St. and Pearl St. is open to the public.
Parking is also available for a fee in the Hult Center parking garage on 6th and Olive.
Metered street parking is an additional option.
T-Shirt
MARATHON WEEKEND SPECIAL EVENTS
SHAKEOUT RUN with KEIRA D’AMATO & THE PR PROJECT
Saturday, April 26, 9:30 a.m.
5th Street Market Alley
Loosen up your travel legs the day before the race and meet other Eugene Marathoners from across the globe. Join the PR Project: Tommie, Gary and Aaron, along with special guest Keira D'Amato. Meet in the 5th Street Market Alley, just outside the Nike store.
PR PROJECT LIVE SHOW with KEIRA D’AMATO
Saturday, April 26, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Health & Wellness Expo Stage
Just five days after racing the Boston Marathon, former American record holder in the marathon and half marathon Keira D'Amato will be in Eugene for a live show with the PR Project at the Health & Wellness Expo Stage presented by Eugene, Cascades & Coast Sports. No tickets needed. Arrive early to grab a seat.
PR PROJECT LIVING ROOM SHOW LIVE ON THE EXPO STAGE
Saturday, April 26, 3:00 p.m.
Health & Wellness Expo Stage
The PR Project is a trio of Detroit runners: Tommie Runz, Aaron Barnett and Gary Koutsoubos, who will be making their third straight appearance at the Eugene Marathon. Listen to them speak about their personal running experiences and interview runners who have big goals for race day.
EXPLORE
SHOW YOUR BIB OR VOLUNTEER T-SHIRT
MORE VENDORS, DISCOUNTS & CHARITIES AT 5TH STREET PUBLIC MARKET
Head over to 5th Street Public Market for special discounts and offers just for Eugene Marathon participants and volunteers. Show your race bib or volunteer t-shirt during race weekend at the following stores:
• Cornucopia - 10% off your purchase
• Eugene Burger Company - 10% off your purchase
• Gilt & Gossamer - 10% off your purchase
• GG Shoes - 10% off your purchase
• Handel's Homemade Ice Cream - 25% off your purchase
• Made in Oregon - free eco shopping bag with purchase
• MECCA - 10% off your purchase
• Sassy Kitchen and Gifts - 10% off your purchase
• Title Nine - 15% off your purchase
• Will Leather Goods - 10% off your purchase
EUGENE 5K & DUCKDASH PRESENTED BY OCCU
START CORRALS
1
GET READY TO START 1
Head to the Start line on 15th Ave. and locate your Corral. Find the sign that corresponds with your age group: Fire Quackers (ages 10+); Quackers (ages 7-9); Waddlers (ages 6 and under, must run with adult chaperone). Direct your child to the appropriate Corral. All children running with a parent should be in the Waddlers Corral, regardless of age. There will be a staggered start with each corral starting a few minutes apart. After the start, head to the finish line through the North gates at Hayward Field.
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CROSSING THE FINISH LINE
As participants cross the finish line, they will continue walking forward on the track to follow the path on the track toward the tunnel. They will be escorted by volunteers off of the track and through the tunnel to Finisher Field, where they will wait at one of the four color-coded towers that correspond with the color of their bib. Along the way, all participants will receive their finisher medals, water bottle and race bag. Kids who run with an adult will also exit through the tunnel onto Finisher Field.
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PARENT REUNION AREA
Parents can watch their kids cross the finish line and receive their finisher medal on the track. As kids go through the tunnel, parents can make their way up to the concourse, then go down the staircase to Finisher Field. The staircase is located just behind Sections 120-121. Locate the specific color tower that matches your child's bib to reunify with your child. Parents will not be able to get onto the track from the stands. If you cannot locate your child, go to the information desk located on the concourse.
For any event-related questions, lost & found or if you are separated from your child, go to the Information Desk.
PARENT MAP
Spectator Entrance
RACE DAY DETAILS
RACE PARKING
SATURDAY
— EUGENE 5K & KIDS DUCK DASH
There is metered and 2-hour street parking around Hayward Field on Saturdays. Additionally, many UO parking lots are available and free to the public on weekends. Read signs carefully.
SUNDAY
— MARATHON & HALF MARATHON
Parking around Hayward Field on Sunday will be limited and parking violators will be towed. Many UO lots are free to park on Sunday – read signs carefully. We encourage participants to park downtown and take shuttles from the Graduate Eugene. Downtown street parking and parking garages are also free on Sundays.
BIKE VALET (FREE) & RIDE SHARE
The Eugene Marathon proudly offers FREE bike valet services located at the corner of 17th & Agate (near the Start Line). Thanks to Cascadia Mobility, the bike valet makes getting to the starting line as smooth as your race. The Bike Valet will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26 and from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 27.
You can also ride to the race and explore Eugene by bike share. Just download the PeaceHealth Rides app and start riding! PeaceHealth Rides bike share program connects you to over 400 bikes to help you conveniently get around Eugene, Springfield and the marathon course.
SHUTTLES
PRE-RACE SHUTTLES
Pre-race shuttles are for Marathon and Half Marathon participants wearing bibs only. THIS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED and random bag checks will be conducted. Shuttles to the start run every 10 minutes from the following locations between 5:30 a.m. – 6:40 a.m.
• Graduate Eugene (66 E 6th Ave, Eugene, OR) - Shuttles load on the 7th Ave. side of the hotel. Downtown street parking and City of Eugene parking garages with hundreds of parking spots are FREE on Sunday.
• Hutton St. and Kruse Way (Springfield, OR) - Participants staying in any of the surrounding eight hotels or being dropped off may access this shuttle location. Parking is not available at this shuttle stop.
• Valley River Inn (1000 Valley River Way, Eugene, OR)
• Start/Finish - Shuttle drop-off and post race pick-up is located at 15th and University St., Northwest of Hayward Field.
POST-RACE SHUTTLES
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. - Participants and spectators may ride the post-race shuttles after finishing the race. Shuttles run every 15 minutes and stop at all shuttle locations above.
PARKING MAP
Parking (Free on Sunday)
Lot (Read Signs Carefully)
FINISH FESTIVAL VENDORS
KRUSTEAZ PANCAKES: HOT OFF THE GRIDDLE!
Warm stacks of Krusteaz pancakes all morning long! Race participants get free pancakes on race day. Friends, family and fans can purchase for a minimum $3 donation to CASA of Lane County on Saturday and Special Olympics Oregon on Sunday.
HOP VALLEY CELEBRATION BEER (Sunday
only)
Celebrate your run on Sunday with a complimentary beer for all runners (21+) from Hop Valley Brewing and enjoy the party inside Hayward Field featuring a live DJ on the Hop Valley stage.
PEACEHEALTH
Need more cowbell? Come by the PeaceHealth booth for an official (and free) Eugene Marathon cowbell. Then sign and take a photo in front of their custom photo backdrop to show everyone that you found your finish. Grab some other fun swag and also download the Strides for Social Justice app, cocreated by PeaceHealth and the Eugene Marathon, to explore the contributions, achievements and milestones of Black residents within our community.
KIEFER MAZDA
Kiefer Mazda is the official vehicle of the 2025 Eugene Marathon. Stop by the Kiefer Mazda activation on the concourse and check out the brand new Mazda CX-70.
HOUSE WINE (Sunday
only)
Toast to your incredible feat in the marathon or half marathon on Sunday with a can of House Wine Brut Bubbles
BIGFOOT BEVERAGES
(Saturday only)
Stop by after the Eugene 5K or Kid’s Duck Dash on Saturday for a free kid-size bottle of Gatorade. Just look for the Bigfoot Beverages Jeep.
SPYLT
(Sunday only)
SPYLT Chocolate Milk is a sweet (but not too sweet) pick-me-up with 60mg of caffeine and 20g of protein. Stop by the SPYLT tent and grab a complimentary can after your race!
FINISH FESTIVAL VENDORS (CONTINUED)
FRANZ: GRILLED CHEESE (Sunday only)
Sample a delicious grilled cheese sandwich from Franz Bakery! Try different bread options including gluten-free.
PALACE BAKERY
Start your day right or indulge in an afternoon treat at Palace Bakery, where every bite of freshly baked pastry and sip of aromatic coffee combine to create a delightful experience!
TRACKTOWN USA KIDS CLUB (Saturday only)
If you're already a member, make sure to stop by the Kids Club tent located on the SE concourse at Hayward Field with your passport and membership card to receive an exclusive event stamp. If you're not yet a member, come by to learn about the free membership available to kids 8th grade and under.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES!
Capture a photo with either the 26.2 or 13.1 overlooking the final straightaway at Hayward Field (under the jumbotron).
Participants will also receive FREE race photos uploaded to our Results platform after the race.
EUGENE MARATHON/TRACKTOWN MERCHANDISE
(Sunday only)
Stop by the finish festival and browse the latest merchandise from TrackTown USA and Eugene Marathon, including a custom Nike Eugene Marathon finisher’s jacket along with apparel items with custom designs to commemorate your Hayward Field experience.
EWEB WATER TRUCK
Stop by the EWEB water truck on Finisher Field to hydrate pre-race or refill your custom Eugene Marathon bottle postrace. Open from 5:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.
COURSE MAP
Start - Agate St & 17th
Mile Markers Finish - Hayward Field
Mile Markers - Half 11, 12, 13
Marathon Course
Half Marathon Course Point of Interest
POINTS OF INTEREST
HAYWARD FIELD
Watch runners start on Agate Street - just outside the stadium, then go inside to watch them finish on the track and experience one of the most iconic stadiums in track & field. No tickets required.
MAIN STREET - SPRINGFIELD
Enjoy hot coffee and homemade pastries from a number of local cafes and don’t forget to snap a photo in front of one of "The Simpsons” murals.
SOUTH AMAZON
Stop for a delicious breakfast at Hideaway Bakery while watching participants run by between miles 3 and 7.
PEACEHEALTH RIDES
Eugene's bike-share system, PeaceHealth Rides, o ers a healthy, convenient, and fun way to explore during marathon weekend!
Just click here to download the PeaceHealth Rides app, sign-up, and use the "scan to unlock" feature to unlock a bike at any bike hub near you. For more information, visit PeaceHealthRides.com
NOSTALGIC EATS
Room
Enjoy a taste of the glory days at Trophy Room, our easy-going bar and restaurant. Whether you’re searching for a quick bite or post-run feast, we’ve got you covered.
Open daily for lunch, dinner and drinks.
RUNNING THROUGH YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACTS
• South University neighborhood will be impacted from 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. with closures including Agate, 24th, Harris, 19th, 20th, 23rd, University and Hilyard.
• Fairmount neighborhood will impacted from 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. with closures on Agate.
• Amazon neighborhood will be impacted from 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. with closures including Hilyard and partial closures on Amazon Pkwy.
• Southeast neighborhood will be impacted from 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. with partial closures on East and West Amazon.
• Friendly Area neighborhood will be impacted from 6:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. with partial closures on Amazon Pkwy.
• River Road neighborhood will be impacted from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. with partial closure on Copping.
• Springfield (West of Pioneer Parkway West, between Main St. and D St.)impacted from 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. with closures including Main St., A St., D St. and Pioneer Parkway West.
PRIMARY ROAD CLOSURES
EUGENE
• Franklin Blvd at Agate St - closed 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Agate St south of 19th - closed 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
• Agate St north of 19th - closed 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• 24th Ave from Agate to Hilyard - closed 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
• Hilyard from 20th to 30th - closed 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m .
• Hilyard from 30th-33rd - closed south bound (north bound remains open) 6:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
• East Amazon - southbound lane closed 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
• West Amazon - northbound lane closed 6:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
• Amazon Pkwy - northbound lane closed 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
• 19th from Amazon to Agate - closed 6:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
SPRINGFIELD
• Franklin through Glenwood - Single westbound lane closed 7:00–10:30 a.m.
• Main St from Glenwood to 8th - Closed 7:30–10:30 a.m.
• A St from 8th to Mill - Closed 7:30–10:30 a.m.
• Mill from A St to D St - Southbound lane closed 7:30–10:30 a.m.
• D St from Mill to Walnut - Eastbound lane closed 7:30–11:00 a.m.
All participants will receive a Nike Company Store pass in their finisher bag after the race.
Half Marathon | 10K | 5K
Eugene, OR November 23, 2025
Registration opens in August
100 YEARS OF SUPPORT
2025 Medals celebrate 100 years since the construction of the Historic Hayward Field East Grandstand
For the fifth consecutive year, the Eugene Marathon is excited to announce that all marathon and half marathon finishers will receive a medal containing a piece of salvaged wood from the timbers that once held up Historic Hayward Field’s original east grandstand.
This year is especially significant because 2025 marks exactly 100 years since the historic east grandstand was built. The grandstand stood from 1925 to 2018 and witnessed countless record-setting moments and legendary athletic achievements at events like the U.S. Olympic Trials, the Prefontaine Classic and the NCAA Championships.
With the reclaimed wood piece serving as the centerpiece, the 2025 Eugene Marathon medals tell a story that connects this year’s finishers to the legends who’ve crossed the Hayward Field finish line in the past, along with the community that supported them on their journeys. And for the third straight year, the Eugene Marathon partnered locally with Springfield High School’s woodshop to mill down and laser cut each of the thousands of wood pieces that will be used in this year’s medals.
Using the east grandstand as the primary inspiration and theme, the outer profile of the medal mirrors that of the historic structure’s distinctive roof line. The roof line faces the center of the medal, where a six-lane track circles the wood to commemorate the original six-lane cinder track at Hayward Field in 1925.
The wood piece rests inside the track and surrounds the Eugene Marathon logo — representing history in the most tangible way possible: in a medal that those who finish these races will be able to hold in their hands and wear proudly around their necks.
A few smaller details include the marathon or half marathon course route outlined on the back of the medal along with the words: “The Wood in this medal supported the East Grandstand at Historic Hayward Field from 1925 to 2018.” And finally the ribbon holder, which, if you look at it from the side, is the iconic silhouette of the east grandstand with rows of seats to represent the supportive and significant role that each runner’s community has played in their marathon journey.
The remaining 2025 finisher medals — including the Eugene 5K and Kid’s Duck Dash presented by OCCU and the Krusteaz DoubleStack Challenge — keep with the same theme of focusing on the community that surrounds and supports each participant in their own journey to the finish line.
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POWER UP WITH PANCAKES! AT THE HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO AND THE FINISH LINE