Health & Fitness Expo returns to Oklahoma City

Terré Gables/KFOR
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon is prepping for this weekend with an expo packed with runners from across the world participating in a Run to Remember.

Runners will have the opportunity this weekend to get excited for the race plus gather the final necessities needed for the run at the Health & Fitness Expo set to begin on April 26. Participant’s packets will be available for pickup exclusively at the Health & Fitness Expo prior to Race Day.

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Each participant will receive a final confirmation email during race week. Here’s how you’ll claim your packet:

  • Before the Expo, review the information sent in your bib confirmation for accurate division placement.

  • Once inside the Expo, find the Packet Pickup station and get in line according to bib number.

  • Present a valid photo ID and bib number.

  • Receive your packet and make your way to the “In Honor Of” station to memorialize your race.

  • Runners of the 5K, Senior Marathon and Kids Marathon MUST pick up their packets on Friday.

Runners in the race will need to located the “Why We Run” area in the expo, where runners can get the “In Honor Of” bibs and learn about those killed in the Oklahoma City bombing.

The two day event will feature public events showcasing exhibits with services geared toward runners, walkers with the latest health-minded ideas for consumers.

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Location

Oklahoma City Convention Center
100 Mick Cornett Dr., Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Schedule

Friday, April 26 – 11:00am to 7:00pm (Open at 10:00am for Senior Marathon participants)
Saturday, April 27 – 8:00am to 6:00pm

The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, the Memorial Marathon experience has the expectation of unifying the state of Oklahoma, as well as being one of the most anticipated races in the country.

For more information whether this will be your first marathon or you are a top athlete, click here.

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