This Weekend: Rock 'N' Roll Marathon Series Does the Unthinkable

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Running two marathons in two different cities, just hours apart from each other? Some would call it "crazy."  Running enthusiasts will casually call it their own "amazing race."  On Sunday, the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series 2013 event schedule concludes with not one, but two events on the same day. Rock 'n' Roll San Antonio commences on Sunday, November 17 at 7:30 a.m. followed by Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas at 4:30 p.m. 

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Sunday morning, Rock 'n' Roll will welcome runners to the Lone Star state to participate in a beautiful 26.2 or 13.1-mile flat course that winds past San Antonio's famous landmarks including the Alamo, Pearl Brewery, historic Japanese Tea Garden and through the Trinity University campus. In addition to the sights, bands and cheerleaders at every mile will cheer on racers along the course. The party doesn't stop at the finish line; runners will enjoy a post-race concert by four time Grammy nominee, country superstar Joe Nichols.

As the sun sets Sunday evening, runners 1,200 miles away will transform the iconic Las Vegas Strip will be transformed into a runner's paradise for in Sin City. This year, the unique event offers the Zappos.com 1/2 of a 1/2 to allow runners of all abilities the chance to experience the Strip at Night. 

Joining the bright neon-lit block party are The Biggest Loser host, Alison Sweeney, Bachelor and Bachelor Pad star contestant Tenley Molzah, Full House favorite Andrea Barber and NASCAR driver German Quiroga. To kick off the festivities, Billboard chart-topping band All-American Rejects will take the stage for a rockin' performance at the start line village.

For the fifth year, the Las Vegas event will benefit the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America. As the event's official charity partner, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America will return with the Team Challenge half-marathon training program. Over the five-year history of the event, more than 20 million has been raised for CCFA through the Las Vegas race.
"Producing two large scale events on one day in two different states is challenging, but our teams have spent months planning out every detail to ensure an unforgettable experience for runners at both events," shared Competitor Group SVP of Operations Josh Furlow. "We are pulling out all of the stops for San Antonio and Las Vegas this year. When you're producing an event in two world class destinations, you have no choice but to join in on the fun.  Think running Elvis, a wedding at the start line, live bands at every mile, non-stop parties throughout the weekend and a real rock star VIP experience."

A unique group of 200 passionate runners of all levels will challenge themselves by attempting both races in one day. They will participate in San Antonio Sunday morning and then hop on a flight to make it to the start line and run in a completely different atmosphere in the Las Vegas race.

"Providing runners with memorable experiences at our events is our sole mission and goal," added Furlow.  "The passion and emotion on race day is palpable and to think we are providing an unforgettable way for thousands of people to reach their personal goals is what continues to drives us."

Race weekend kicks off in both cities with the free Health & Fitness Expo on Friday, Nov. 15^th from 11:00am to 7:00pm and Saturday, Nov. 16^th from 10:00am to 7:00pm. The Expo brings together more than 100 exhibitors offering the best in gear, nutrition, and training along with legendary running experts and athletes hosting interactive clinics.

For more information visit RunRocknRoll.com.

About the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series

Organized by Competitor Group, the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series is the 'World's Largest Running Series' with more than 500,000 runners taking part in events around the world every year. Started in 1998, the simple idea of making running fun has transformed the U.S. running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Today, the series of marathons and half-marathons has spread to more than 30 destination cities, drawing visitors from around the world. Over the 16-year history of the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon Series, charity participants have raised more than $290 million for a variety of worthy causes and nonprofit organizations.

Race weekend kicks off with a free Health & Fitness Expo with more than 100 exhibitors offering samples and showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an entertaining finish line festival featuring some of the biggest names in music, with headliners like Pitbull, FloRida, Cheap Trick and Bret Michaels. For more information, please visit RunRocknRoll.com or follow @RunRocknRoll on Twitter.

SOURCE Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon and Half Marathon