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Race Day Information & FAQ

Race Time 2:

9AM.   The race will begin at 9AM sharp.

Race Start Location:

Corner of Washington St. and North River Dr. – – adjacent to the Davenport CENTENNIAL Hotel.

Parking:

Best place to park on race day:   FREE Parking is available in the Spokane Arena parking lot.  Park in the Spokane Arena Parking lot and then walk to the Start.

Bathrooms:

Porta-potties will be available right near the start in the Riverfront Park parking lot adjacent to the Start Line.

Lining up at the Start:

The color of your bib number determines your start corral.   White numbers will load near the Start Line, then Red (Blaze), then Cruise (Blue) and then Yellow (Walkers).   Please look for the signs for your designated start corral.

Start Time:

9AM Start:   The start will be a single horn start.

Water Aid Station:

There will be a water aid station located in Browne’s Addition just past Mile 2.

Medical Aid Station:

There will be a Finish Line medical aid station provided courtesy of CHAS Health.

Course closure:

The Boulevard Race has promised the City of Spokane to return the city streets back to full functionality by 1145AM which includes Monroe St.   To facilitate this, participants who do not cross Monroe St. by 1130AM will be instructed to complete the course (should they so choose) by returning to city sidewalks and obeying traffic signals for the remainder of the 4-mile course.  The finish line will be disassembled at 11:45AM.

Course Map/Route:

Download Course Map  Course Map Partner: Piskel Yahne Kovarik, PLLC

Post-race party: 

Following your completion of the 4-mile course you will have post-race refreshments courtesy of Powerade, Longhorn Barbeque will serve delicious food available for purchase, and the Michelob Ultra beer garden will be in full swing in Clocktower Meadow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I pick up my race number?

The Spokane Arena from 9AM to 5PM on Saturday, September 23.    The address of the Spokane Arena is 720 West Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA.  Parking is free at the Spokane Arena.

Where do I pick up my race shirt?

The Spokane Arena on Saturday, September 23 from 9AM – 5PM.

What is the course?

The course is 4 miles and distance and can be found here.

Where do I park on race morning?

The Spokane Arena – parking is free.

Do I receive a Rosauer’s coupon?

Yes, when you pick up your race number on Saturday, September 23, you will receive a Rosauer’s grocery coupon for $25 off a $100 grocery purchase.   See coupon for additional details and restrictions.

Where is the course start?

Intersection of Washington St. and North River Dr. adjacent to the Davenport Centennial Hotel.

Where is the finish?

Intersection of Spokane Falls Boulevard and Howard St. adjacent to Rotary Fountain in Riverfront Park.

If I want to spectate on race day where the best place to cheer?

3 great places:

  1.  The Start.  Intersection of Washington St. and North River Dr.
  2. Stevens Street between Spokane Falls Boulevard and Sprague – – and especially at the Satellite Diner!
  3. The Finish

Is there food and a beer garden after the race?

Yes, food will be provided by Longhorn BBQ and Good ‘Dilla.   There will also be a Michelob Ultra beer garden.

Can someone pick up my race number and shirt for me on Saturday, September 23?

YES.    A friend or family member can pick up your race number and shirt for you on Saturday.

Are bikes allowed on the course?

No.  NO bikes are allowed on the course.

Are strollers allowed on the course?

Yes, strollers are allowed on the course – – but you CANNOT run with a stroller or you will be disqualified.