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The OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon isn't just for runners or walkers. Come down to the Rest & Recovery Area and cheer on the thousands of participants as they cross the finish line. You'll be so motivated aftering seeing all of the different types of people crossing the finish line that you'll want to be among the first to register for the 2010 Mini-Marathon.

The Rest & Recovery Area in Military Park is a fun place for both participants and spectators. This beautiful urban park has plenty of grassy areas and shade trees for relaxation. Many activities are planned for all ages in addition to a beer garden, merchandise booths and a variety of food vendors. Don't forget to bring along extra cash.

Family Reunion Area
Family and friends should plan to reunite with race participants at our Family Reunion Area located in the South Central part of Military Park. This area will be clearly signed with alphabetical letters. Please plan to meet your party by the letter that corresponds with your last name. You will not be allowed to meet your friends in the Runners’ Services Area after the finish line. Hang around the Family Reunion Area to enjoy the sounds on one of two entertainment stages.

Watch live race coverage
Family and friends can watch the live coverage of the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon on WISH TV 8 and our big screen TV located along the final mile, across from the grandstands at the finish line. For spectators, a bleacher section along New York Street (accessible from inside the Rest & Recovery Area) provides a fantastic view of the finish line and the big screen TV.

Mini-Marathon merchandise
Official
OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon merchandise, including I Finished,  I Run this Town® and I Ran This Town shirts, will be available for purchase in the Rest & Recovery Area. Some items may be sold out by race day. Come to the Mini-Marathon Health & Fitness Expo for the best selection.

Race results
Family and friends can visit
www.500festival.com during the race and follow each participant from start to finish. Race results will be posted during the event and may be checked in the Rest & Recovery Area by visiting the Results Tent. New this year will be availability of a wireless network in the Rest & Recovery Area. If you have a laptop, PDA or anything with a Wi-Fi connection, you will be able to follow the results online for free. Groups who have purchased a tent through the 500 Festival may bring a laptop for their participants to check results in the comfort of their own tent.

Free massages
Participants may enjoy a free massage in the Massage Tent in the Rest & Recovery Area following the Mini-Marathon and 5K.

Beer Garden and Food Court
The Beer Garden is the perfect place for both participants and spectators.  Whether you are a participant who is celebrating your accomplishment in the Mini or a spectator cheering on family or friends, the Beer Garden is the place to cap off your Mini-Marathon experience.  There's no better way to celebrate than with an ice cold beer, enjoy great live music, a live video feed of the race and outstanding food from local restaurants and speciality food vendors.  Located in the heart of the Rest & Recovery Area, the Beer Garden and food court will put you in the center of the action.  

Crocs Running Club Village
If you're running with a club, training program or company you'll want to explore the Crocs Running Club Village to find your group's tent. Tents must be pre-purchased through the 500 Festival. Many groups reserve space to hold post-race celebrations of their own with BBQs, cold beverages, music and more. For more information, call (317) 269-0420 or email
sacquisto@500festival.com

Vendors area
Sponsors and groups will be located throughout the Rest & Recovery Area providing a variety of giveaways and hands-on activities throughout the day.

2010 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Registration
Don't take a chance on missing the field for the 2010 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon. Ensure your entry by visiting the 2010 registration tent in Rest & Recovery area on the FIRST DAY of 2010 registration. Volunteers will be ready to assist you with the online registration process.


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