Windermere Marathon

Experience the thrilling point-to-point Marathon and Half or the scenic 10K and 5K that follows the Centennial Trail. It’s the perfect blend of speed and scenery. Boston Marathon certified course.

Packet Pick-up:

Pre-race packet pick-up will be offered for participants on Saturday, May 17, 2025.  Location: AutoNation Toyota Spokane Valley (8600 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99212) / 11:00am-4:00pm
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If you are not able to pick-up your packet, someone else can pick it up for you. There will be a limited last minute bib pick-up on race morning near the start line. This race morning bib pick-up is ONLY for extenuating circumstances.

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Race Start Location:

Marathon: Rocky Hill Park (24901 E Mission Ave, Liberty Lake, WA 99019)
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Half Marathon: 12825 E Mirabeau Pkwy, Spokane Valley, WA, 99216 (corner of Pinecroft Way & Mirabeau Pkwy)
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10K, 5K, & Kids Fun Run: Spokane Clocktower (Havermale Island, 574 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

Shuttle Buses:

There is very limited parking at both the Marathon and Half Marathon starts. We highly recommend Marathon and Half Marathon runners take the shuttle bus from downtown to the their designated start lines. Shuttle tickets can be purchased with your registration ($8).  Shuttle buses will drop off right next to the start line.  Shuttle buses are only available before the race start.  There are no shuttle buses available after the race.  Shuttle buses will be boarded at the Washington Lot near the Ice age playground in Riverfront Park. The trip takes about 30 minutes from downtown to the start lines. Please do not arrive late. You will arrive at your start line a little early so please plan your clothing and nutrition accordingly.

4:30am - Marathon Walker bus loading

5:45am - Marathon Runner bus loading

6:45am - Half Marathon bus loading

Shuttle Bus Pick Up Location: 699 N Washington St, Spokane, WA 99201

This is located in the Washington parking lot at Riverfront Park.

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Parking:

Finish Line, 10K, 5K: Plenty of street parking is available in the downtown area. Paid parking is also available in the convention center parking garage
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Marathon Start Line: Small amount of parking will be available around the start area in neighborhoods. There are no shuttle buses available after the race.
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Half Marathon Start Line: Parking is available in business parking lots near start line. There are no shuttle buses available after the race.

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Race Schedule:

5:30am - Marathon Early Start
7:00am - Marathon
8:00am - Half Marathon
8:00am - 10K
8:15am - 5K
11:00am - Kids Fun Run
1:00pm - Courses Close

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Cutoff Times:

Marathon: Runners are required to finish in 6 hours (before 1:00pm). If you plan to finish in over 6 hours, sign up for the Early Start option.
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Marathon - Early Start: Runners are required to finish in 7.5 hours (before 1:00pm). If you plan to finish in under 5 hours 30 minutes, DO NOT sign up for the Early Start option as road crossings and aid stations will not be available at the earlier times.
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As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.

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Gear Check:

Gear check will be available for ALL runners at each start line location. Marathon and Half Marathon gear check will be transported to the Finish Line location after the race starts. Half marathon runners will be able to access their gear beginning at 10:30am. In an effort to reduce waste, we ask runners to please bring your own bag to put your belongings in. We will provide a tyvek hospital type wrist band to label your bag with your bib number. You will need your bib number showing when you drop off and pick-up your bag. Gear check is only available for athletes wearing bib numbers.

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Runner Safety:

This event takes place on city roads and sidewalks. There will be law enforcement or flaggers to help runners cross roads, but please be alert when you are running and pay attention to course officials at all crossings. Any runner using headphones should make sure their have only one headphone in their ear, or use bone conduction headphones.

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Awards:

Awards will be distributed for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall for Male and Female for each distance. Age group awards will also be provided for 1st place in age groups. Age Groups: 1-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
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Early Start - Marathon is ineligible for Overall placing.
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If you are not able to stay for your award, they can be shipped to you for a $10 shipping and handling fee.

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Finish Area:

The finish line will have water, electrolytes, snacks, and food. Swag will be available to purchase. Portable toilets and hand washing stations will be available in the start / finish area.

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Virtual:

The Virtual Run sign up is available between August 21, 2024 - May 18, 2025. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between May 09 - 25, 2025 to the virtual results page located here. Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (May 18, 2025).

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Contact Email:

info@nsplit.com

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Contact Text:

208-806-1311

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Mailing Address:

Negative Split
PO Box 4221
Spokane, WA, 99220

Aid Stations / Nutrition:

Aid Stations will be equipped with water and sports drink, GU gels, and gummy bear chews. Water will be provided at the starting line.
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A limited supply of First Aid will be located at all Aid Stations on each course, and at the Finish Line.
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Marathon: There will be Aid Stations located every 2-3 miles along the course.
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Half Marathon: There will be Aid Stations located every 2-3 miles along the course.
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10K: There will be TWO Aid Stations located along the course.
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5K: There will be ONE Aid Station located near the turnaround.
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There will be toilets at every aid station along the course.

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Marathon (26.2 Miles)

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Marathon: Runners are required to finish in 6 hours (before 1:00pm). If you plan to finish in over 6 hours, sign up for the Early Start option. As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.
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Marathon - Early Start: Runners are required to finish in 7 hours 30 minutes (before 1:00pm).  If you plan to finish in under 5 hours 30 minutes, DO NOT sign up for the Early Start option as road crossings and aid stations will not be available at the earlier times. As long as a runner is making reasonable progress we will most likely not pull them from the course, but they will need to follow traffic laws at that point if they are falling behind that pace.
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Boston qualifier. USATF certification number: WA22006RMB

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Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)

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10K (6.2 Miles)

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5K (3.1 Miles)

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Kids Fun Run (.5 Miles)

WINDERMERE ANNOUNCES RMHC AS 2023 BENEFICIARY

Do you love running and have a passion for helping the Spokane Community?! The Windermere Foundation is excited to announce Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Inland Northwest as the official beneficiary of 2023 race. Help us in supporting the great mission of RMHC INW this year! Every runner has an opportunity to support this cause by either making a donation or registering as a fundraiser. Runners are encouraged to sign-up as a fundraising runner and earn great prizes as they run toward their fundraising finish line! 

What Is Ronald McDonald House Charities

Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Inland Northwest (RMHC INW) provides temporary lodging, social and emotional support, at no charge, for families of children accessing medical services.

Sometimes, we all just need a little help. This is especially true for the families across 15 counties in Washington and Idaho that come to stay with us at Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Inland Northwest. Of the families we serve, 60% have less than 24-hour notice, or travel over 124 miles, with an average length of stay of 28 days. 

What Is The Windermere Foundation

Giving back has always been a big part of who the Windermere Foundation is. In the early days of Windermere, it was pretty simple; see a need and help in any way possible. As the company grew, they established a common purpose in order to do more good in one area. That’s how the Windermere Foundation was born. Housing is their business, so helping homeless families seemed like a natural fit. Later the focus expanded to include low-income families, with an emphasis on helping children. For the past 30 years a portion of every Windermere agent’s commission has been donated to the Windermere Foundation. Having 100% participation gives them a common purpose and sends a powerful message about commitment to the community. Last year alone they provided funding to hundreds of organizations throughout the Western U.S., including homeless shelters, food banks, schools, hospitals, community centers, and more. For the past 30 years, these are the types of needs the Windermere Foundation has helped meet thanks to the collective generosity of our agents and the community.

Here's How:

Step 1: Register for the race selecting the "fundraiser" option

Step 2: Start fundraising: Check out the fundraising ideas in the TOOL KIT for some inspiration 

Step 4: Earn rewards!

Checkout the Fundraising Toolkit to find out all the details!

 
Refer A Friend... Earn Money:

Say Whaaat? We love our runners and we love our runners that talk about our race! We want to reward runners that get their friends and family to register. Refer 5 friends and earn a $25 refund back from your registration. Keep referring friends and run for free!

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How To Start:

When you register for the race, you will get a confirmation email with a referral link in it. Share that referral link to your friends and family. Each time someone registers with that link, it will be tracked. Once 5 people register from that link, you will receive $25 back on the credit card you used to register. Don't stop there, keep referring friends and we will refund you $25 for every additional 5 friends that register.

Effective June 10, 2023
Refunds, Transfers, and Deferrals: 

Distance Transfers:

A participant may transfer their registration to another distance that is not full within the same race at any time before the end of packet pick-up (i.e. 5k to 10k). If there is a price difference between the distances, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the new registration compared to the previous amount paid for their registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant is stepping down in registration cost (i.e. half marathon to 5k). All distance transfers can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Live and Virtual Transfers:

All  live races will also have a virtual race option for participants choosing to participate virtually for any reason. Participants may transfer between live and virtual events if they are not full at any time before the end of packet pick-up. If there is a price difference between the virtual and live race, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the live race compared to the previous amount paid for the registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant already paid a higher registration fee and is stepping down in price. All event type transfers can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Person to Person Transfers:

Person to person transfers will be allowed at any time before the end of packet pick-up for a $10 fee. Person to person transfers are limited to the swag available at the time of the transfer. Shirt sizes are subject to quantities on hand at the time of the transfer. A person to person transfer can be completed from the online registration page under your profile.

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Race to Race Transfers: 

Participants will be able to transfer their registration to another Negative Split produced event that is not full for a $30 fee plus any price changes to the new event. Race to race transfers are only allowed once per registration and must be used less than 365 days from the original race date. Race to race transfers are limited to the swag available at the time of the transfer. Shirt sizes are subject to quantities on hand at the time of the transfer. If there is a price difference between the two races, the participant is responsible for the increased cost of the new registration compared to the previous amount paid for the registration. The race will not issue a full or partial refund if the participant already paid a higher registration fee and is stepping down in price.

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Deferrals:

Deferrals to the following year are not allowed. Participants are encouraged to either participate in a different distance, virtually, or in a different race.

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Refunds:

Due to the long-term nature of planning for events and the many pre-sunk costs upfront for the race organization, refunds will not be allowed.

Live Race Results

The live race will be timed by Negative Split Event Timing with chip timing.  Each participant bib will contain a timing chip stuck to the back of the bib.  The timing chip will record your start and finish times based on when you cross the timing mats.  Please make sure your bib number is visible and on the outermost layer of your clothing and facing forward to guarantee the best chip reads while crossing our mats. Similarly, your bib number is used for photo identification for your race photos.

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Virtual Race Results

The Virtual Run sign up is available between August 21, 2024 - May 18, 2025. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between May 09 - 25, 2025 to the virtual results page located here.  Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (April 13, 2025).

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Photos

View your race photos here!

Race Start Location:

Marathon: Rocky Hill Park (24901 E Mission Ave, Liberty Lake, WA 99019)
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Half Marathon: Pinecroft Business Park (12609 E Pinecroft Way, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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10K, 5K, & Kids Fun Run: Spokane Clocktower (Havermale Island, 574 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

Shuttle Buses:

There is very limited parking at both the Marathon and Half Marathon starts. We highly recommend Marathon and Half Marathon runners take the shuttle bus from downtown to the their designated start lines. Shuttle tickets can be purchased with your registration ($8).  Shuttle buses will drop off right next to the start line.  Shuttle buses are only available before the race start.  There are no shuttle buses available after the race.  Shuttle buses will be boarded at the Washington Lot near the Ice age playground in Riverfront Park. The trip takes about 30 minutes from downtown to the start lines. Please do not arrive late. You will arrive at your start line a little early so please plan your clothing and nutrition accordingly.

Pick Up Location: 699 N Washington St, Spokane, WA 99201

This is located in the parking lot owned by Riverfront Park.

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Parking:

Finish Line, 10K, 5K: Plenty of street parking is available in the downtown area. Paid parking is also available in the convention center parking garage
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Marathon Start Line: Small amount of parking will be available around the start area in neighborhoods. There are no shuttle buses available after the race.
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Half Marathon Start Line: Parking is available in business parking lots near start line. There are no shuttle buses available after the race.

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Best Cheering Spots:

Riverfront Park
Centennial Trail along Upriver Dr.

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Best way to get around:

Spokane has made it easy to get around! Uber, Lyft and even Lime Scooters and Bikes can take you anywhere you need to go!

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Places to Stay:

Thanks to Spokane Sports - find the best available rates for hotels over race weekend HERE

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Recommended Places to Stay:

Davenport Grand (333 W Spokane Falls Blvd, Spokane, WA 99201)

Ruby River Inn (700 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99202)

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Additional Places to Stay:
Hampton Inn & Suites Spokane Valley (16418 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
Residence Inn by Marriott East Spokane Valley (15915 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99216)
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Spokane City Center (322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201)
Oxford Suites Spokane (115 W North River Dr, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Morning Coffee Spots: 

Ladder Coffee Roasters Valley (13105 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Cozy Coffee & Bistro (514 N Barker Rd, Spokane Valley, WA 99016)
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Atticus Coffee (222 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Indaba Coffee (210 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Good for Food: 

Panera Bread (15716 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216)
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Krispy Kreme (15401 E Indiana Ave, Spokane, WA 99216)
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Peoples Waffle (15 S Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Bruncheonette (1011 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)

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Weekend Fun:

Mobius Science Center (331 N Post St, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture (2316 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Manito Park (1702 S Grand Blvd, Spokane, WA 99203)

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Bars & Nightlife:

Zola (22 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Borracho (211 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99202)
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Backyard Public House (1811 W Broadway Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)
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Saranac Public House (21 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201)

Choose between four race distances in beautiful Eastern Washington. No day of race registration is allowed. Shirts and Medals are only guaranteed for participants registering more than 10 days before the race. Shirts and Medals are on a first come first serve basis for those registering less than 10 days before. If you are able to select a shirt size in registration, you will get a shirt. Once shirt sizes are sold out they will no longer be available in registration.

Registration Includes:

• Stylish finisher t-shirt
• Custom finisher medal
• Chip timing
• Epic views of Spokane, WA
• Gear check
• Well supported aid stations along course
• Finisher food

Upgrade your swag by adding a commemorative hoodie during registration.

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Pricing:

Marathon

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $85
• 09/16/24  - 12/31/24: $100
• 01/01/25 - 02/28/25: $115
• 03/01/25 - 04/15/25: $130
• 04/16/25 - 05/17/25: $145

Half Marathon

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $75
• 09/16/24  - 12/31/24: $90
• 01/01/25 - 02/28/25: $100
• 03/01/25 - 04/15/25: $110
• 04/16/25 - 05/17/25: $125

10K

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $45
• 09/16/24  - 12/31/24: $55
• 01/01/25 - 02/28/25: $60
• 03/01/25 - 04/15/25: $65
• 04/16/25 - 05/17/25: $75

5K

• 08/21/24 - 09/15/24: $35
• 09/16/24  - 12/31/24: $40
• 01/01/25 - 02/28/25: $45
• 03/01/25 - 04/15/25: $50
• 04/16/25 - 05/17/25: $55

Kids Fun Run

• 08/21/24 - 05/17/25: $20

Virtual Run

• 08/21/24 - 05/18/25: $45

The Virtual Run sign up is available between August 21, 2024 - May 18, 2025. Virtual runners complete and submit their information anytime between May 09 - 25, 2025 to the virtual results page located here. Virtual runners will have their items mailed to them shortly after the live race (May 18, 2025).

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