United Supermarkets Lubbock Marathon to Take Place Sunday, October 25
The United Supermarkets Lubbock Marathon will take place this Sunday, October 25. The event will have logistical and public safety support from the City of Lubbock, the Lubbock Police Department and Lubbock Fire Rescue.
The events will all be held near the Buddy and Maria Elena Holly Plaza near 19th Street and Crickets Avenue. In addition to the running events, there will be a family-friendly festival near Buddy Holly Statue. All citizens are invited and encouraged to attend.
The marathon running course will begin and end on Crickets Avenue, and will take runners through Mackenzie Park, Mae Simmons Park and around Dunbar Historical Lake.
Sunday, October 25, Timeline of Events
- 7:58 a.m.: Hand Cycle marathon begins
- 7:58 a.m.: Push Chair marathon begins
- 8:00 a.m.: Marathon begins
- 8:00 a.m.: Half Marathon begins
- 8:10 a.m.: 5K race begins
- 8:15 a.m.: 10K race begins
- 8:20 a.m.: Kids Fun Run begins
Road closures along the routes will begin at 4 a.m, and all are expected to be completely reopened by 3 p.m.
For information about the United Supermarkets Lubbock Marathon course map, registration and events, visit LBKMarathon.com.