Press Release - Marine Corps Marathon - 3/4/19

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

              
            Marine Corps Marathon Unveils Registration Schedule

           MCM Rush Registration and Lottery to return alongside 
                       multiple registration options 

QUANTICO, VA (March 4, 2019) - Thousands of runners each year set running 
with the Marines as a personal goal. The first challenge in this quest is 
obtaining an entry for the high-demand Marine Corps Marathon (MCM). There 
are multiple registration options for runners to gain access to "The 
People's Marathon" available now and listed below.  

The 44th MCM will take place on Oct. 27 in Arlington, VA and the nation's 
capital. This annual event hosts 30,000 runners and more than 150,000 
spectators. Runners can gain access to the MCM through the following 
programs. Entries are $180 plus a processing fee and are available to 
runners ages 14-and-older at www.marinemarathon.com. 

Deferrals - March 1-12 

Runners who opted to defer their 2018 MCM entry to the 2019 event must 
re-register to run the MCM this year. Deferred runners will receive an 
email with re-registration instructions. Access to these entries are 
guaranteed from noon on March 1 to noon on March 12. There is an $80 fee 
associated with this service. 

MCM Runners Club - March 1-12 

This exclusive group of runners who have finished the MCM five or more 
times receive guaranteed access to the MCM annually through a special email 
invitation prior to the Lottery opening. 

Active Duty - March 6-11 

Active Duty and Active Reserve members of the military can register early 
for the MCM and save more than 15 percent thanks to GEICO, proud sponsor of 
the MCM. This opportunity is open from noon on March 6 to noon on March 11. 
While the MCM appreciates everyone who previously served our country and 
the military families of those currently in service, this special program 
exists as a special offer only for individuals currently servicing on 
Active Duty and as an Active Reservist.

MCM Rush Registration - March 19

Runners have the opportunity to register and secure a spot in the 44th MCM 
prior to the Lottery. Rush Registration begins at noon on March 19 and will 
close at 12:20 p.m. OR as soon as 7,000 runners have registered. Achieving 
this registration plateau would prompt Rush Registration to close prior to 
the planned 20-minute duration. 

MCM Lottery - March 20-26

Due to the volume of interest exceeding the field capacity, the MCM Lottery 
is necessary to give the maximum number of individuals the opportunity to 
obtain an entry. Runners may declare their intent to run the MCM by signing 
up for the Lottery from noon on March 20 to noon on March 26. All 
registered runners will be notified of their status through email on March 
27. There are no fees associated with entering the Lottery and if a runner 
does not get in through the Lottery, the individual will not incur any 
charges.

Four Star Registration - Open Now

A limited amount of Four Star packages remain available. This is a bundled 
all-inclusive registration package featuring an option for one or two MCM 
entries; hotel stay at the Gaylord National Resort of two or three nights; 
event tickets including a private reception and the Carbo Dining-In; 
pre-event shuttle transportation; event day hospitality; and more.

Charity Partners

Annually, the MCM partners with numerous charitable organizations, who 
obtain blocks of entries to the marathon. Runners may choose to dedicate 
their MCM participation to a cause by raising funds and awareness for a 
specific organization. Causes range from military to health-related to 
individual welfare to international efforts. A list of organizations 
participating in this program will be posted on the MCM website on March 
27. 

In addition to MCM registration, runners may choose to register for the 
MCM10K on April 24. More information on these MCM Weekend events can be 
found online at www.marinemarathon.com. 



The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM), known as "The People's Marathon," promotes 
physical fitness and generates community goodwill while showcasing the high 
standards and discipline of the United States Marine Corps. Annually ranked 
as one of the largest marathons in the US and the world, the MCM welcomes 
runners from all 50 states and more than 60 countries. No federal or Marine 
Corps endorsement is implied. Connect with the Marine Corps Marathon on 
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Flickr. #RunWithTheMarines

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