Packet Pickup + Expo Information 

Dates and Times

Friday, 10/04/2024 from 11:00 am until 7:00 pm
Saturday, 10/05/2024 from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm

Location

St. Paul River Centre—Lower Level | 175 West Kellogg Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55102

Parking and Transportation

Please find parking details on the St. Paul River Centre website.

What to Bring

The Solutions Desk located in the packet pickup area is staffed by individuals available to help you with registration-related issues. There are also two “Race Number Look Up” tables located near the packet pick up entrance.

There is no packet pick up on race day. No exceptions.

You need to check-in with us at the Team World Vision booth while you're at the expo! We will mark off that you're present. You can buy TWV gear, take a picture with the 26.2 sign, and say hi to staff! Please note, our booth will close during the Team Dinner, so please plan to stop by before 5:00 pm on Friday, October 4.

Race Weekend Shirt

2024 Race Weekend and Spectathlete shirts will be available for sale at the Team World Vision Expo booth! This is a great way to show some team spirit, remember the incredible year we've had, and celebrate your accomplishment! It's also a great post-race option for changing out of that sweaty jersey. The only way to get your Race Weekend Shirt is on race weekend, so don't forget to stop by!

Team Dinner

Important Details

Date: Friday, 10/04/2024
Time: 7:00 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Cost: $19 per adult, $10 per child 7-12 (kids 6 and under eat for free)
Location: Pinstripes | 3849 Gallagher Dr, Edina, MN 55435
 

Buy Team Dinner Tickets

This will be an incredible evening of celebrations, stories, and carbo-loading for the big race ahead! Enjoy great food and an inspirational program where we'll hear from from Pastor Leith Anderson—there's no better way to prepare for race day! After dinner, stick around for bowling from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm (included with your dinner ticket).

Race Day Details for Runners

Date and Important Times

Sunday, 10/06/2024

Arrive at Meeting Point: 6:30 am
Worship: 6:45 am
Group Photo and Pep Rally: 7:15 am
Walk to Start Corrals: 7:30 am
Race Start: 10 miler 7:00 am | Marathon 8:00 am
Finish Line Party: 10:00 am

Meeting Point

Location: Hope Community Church | 707 10th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55415

We will be meeting in the church for a brief time of worship, a chance to use the bathroom, and then head together to the starting line!

Parking and Transportation

No parking will be allowed in any of the lots of the church; street parking only. They will be having church that day and will need to lot for their services. They are kind to let us use their space on a Sunday morning, so let's make sure we respect their wishes! Enter and exit from 11th street only.

Gear Check

Gear check drop-off will be available ONLY on race day at the event site. Participants may place their gear and other items in the clear, plastic race bag provided at packet pick up. Gear check can only be dropped off at the Marathon start line in the clear, plastic bag given at packet pick up. Items in other bags will not be accepted.

Finish Line Party

Location: TWV Tent | Saint Paul Capitol Grounds

Join us after the race at the Team World Vision tent to meet your family and teammates to celebrate!

Additional Details

• Plan ahead. Find details from the race here.
• Arrive early because time moves fast on race morning. Anticipate traffic.
• It's best to get a ride and have someone drop you off near the start line.
• Paid parking lots and limited street parking in the area. Event rates may apply.
• All registered athletes for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend will have access to ride the Blue Line Light Rail and Green Line Light Rail at no charge on Saturday, October 5 and Sunday, October 6. To redeem, riders will show their race bib for admission onto the light rail.

Race Day Details for Spectathletes

Details coming soon!

What to Wear

Team World Vision Jersey

Buy your jersey ahead of time via the Team World Vision Store. Be sure to put your name across the front so people can cheer for you by name!

Check out our Gear Guide for ideas and a race day packing list! Lay out your "flat runner" so you can be sure you have everything you need (and post it when you ask for race day donations and prayers).

Dress for the Weather

The race will happen rain or shine! Be sure to have what you need for race day.

Race Weekend Shirt

2024 Race Weekend and Spectathlete shirts will be available for sale at the Team World Vision Expo booth! This is a great way to show some team spirit, remember the incredible year we've had, and celebrate your accomplishment! It's also a great post-race option for changing out of that sweaty jersey. The only way to get your Race Weekend Shirt is on race weekend, so don't forget to stop by!

Fundraising

Fundraising Resources

As we get to race day, it’s not too late to hit or even go beyond your fundraising goal! Our finish line = a fresh start for vulnerable communities! Keep working toward making a big impact!

Download the app to take your fundraising on the go, update your social media, and keep your friends and family updated with photos, progress reports, and prayer requests, plus don’t forget to share your fundraising link. Be bold in asking for donations—you're crushing this race for a reason!

• Download the DonorDrive - Team World Vision app
• Check out our fundraising resources