Where and when is packet pick-up?
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
Date: Friday, January 5
Time: 12pm- 5pm
Location: Arlington Heights Sports Park
9401 Cleveland Avenue
Riverside, CA 92503
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
Date: Saturday, January 6
Time: 6 AM onwards
Location: Arlington Heights Sports Park
9401 Cleveland Avenue
Riverside, CA 92503
You may pick up for a friend if you have a copy of their photo I.D.
Where can I park?
We recommend you arrive early and carpool.
Half Marathon Parking:
- Arlington Heights Sports Park * 9401 Cleveland Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503
- Bethel Christian Center * 2425 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92503 (access church parking from Cleveland Avenue)
- Hawthorne Elementary School * 2700 Irving Street, Riverside, CA 92503
10K, 5K & Kids Run Parking
- Arlington High School * 2951 Jackson Street, Riverside, CA 92503
What time does the race start?
- 6:30 am Half Marathon Start
- 7:30 am 10K Start
- 8:45 am 5K Start
- 9:45 am 1 Mile Kids Run Start
How do I know if I’m registered?
If you registered online, you’ll receive an email confirmation at the time of registration. You can also email: riversideroadrunners2010@gmail.com to confirm your registration.
Who can pick up my packet for me?
If you cannot pick up your race packet, you may have a friend or family member pick it up for you if they have a copy of your photo I.D.
Can I transfer/defer my registration or receive a refund?
Yes, see our new transfer/deferral and registration insurance policies here. There are no registration refunds. You can also purchase registration insurance when you register. See details here.
Can I change my registration to another race?
Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your race. You will just pay the difference in fees for an upgrade and there are no refunds for a downgrade. See instructions on how to manage your registration here.
Are there race time limits?
The traffic control will be available for only 4 hour time limit for the half marathon course. You are welcome to finish the race after 4 hours but the normal traffic will resume. We will be there to cheer you finish and welcome you with a medal.
For all other events there will not be a time limit. As always do your best to finish in the most time-efficient manner.
Are there aid/water stations along the route?
Yes, first aid kits are available at water stations along the three courses. Water stations and port-a-potties will be available approximately every two miles. There will also be an electrolyte replacement drink and oranges slices on course.
Do you have special programs for elite runners?
We do not offer an elite athlete program at this time.
Will there be pacers at the event?
Yes, we will have a pace team from Beast Pacing for the following pace times for the half marathon course: 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45 & 3:00.
If you are interested in participating in the pace team, please email: riversideroadrunners2010@gmail.com
Are iPODs, iPhones and other personal listening devices permitted?
While we do not feel it is our place to take away your music, we ask that you keep it at a low enough volume so that it doesn’t impair your ability to hear what’s going on around you on the course.
Are there course marshals?
Course marshals will be patrolling and monitoring the course to ensure participant safety, address any concerns, and answer any questions.
Where do event volunteers report?
Volunteers will be notified where to report. There are two locations depending on the volunteer position. Some will report to the Volunteer Booth at Arlington Heights Sports Park and some will report to Hawthorne Elementary School and then be dispatched to the location designated by the Volunteer coordinator or team captain.
Is there a Gear check area? Where is it located?
Yes, we have a Gear Check tent. You can drop off your bags at the Gear Check tent located near the Packet Pick-Up Area and pick them up after the race. Please pick up your belongings by 11AM.
Where is the Post-Race Festival?
The Citrus Garden Festival (post-race festival) will take place at Arlington Heights Sports Park near the finish line. Festivities will begin at 8:00 a.m. and are open to all participants, volunteers, and their guests.
Are there showers or changing rooms at the race?
There are no showers, but there are restrooms available inside Arlington Heights Sports Park.
Can my time at Citrus Heritage Run qualify me for the Boston Marathon?
No.
When do I get my race results?
Results will be posted at the finishing area after the race and on this website. Official results will be posted online at the conclusion of the event.
Awards
All finishers receive a Finisher medal! There will be awards presented in a ceremony to the top 3 female and male overall finishers of the Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. Age-group awards will be distributed at the packet pick up tent for the Half Marathon, 10K and 5K. The overall winners will be determined on gun time and the age group winners are determined by chip time. The distribution of age group awards will begin 1/2 hour after the first finishers of each race.
Can I exchange my shirt?
All size exchanges must be done post-race and are based on availability.
Are dogs allowed?
No, pets are not allowed on the course at any time.
Are strollers/joggers allowed?
Strollers are allowed on the 5K, 10K and the Half Marathon courses. For the safety of everyone, we do kindly ask for all participants with strollers / joggers to place themselves at the end of the corral start.
Are bikes allowed?
No.
What if my Garmin, iPod, Smart device, is slightly more than the official race distance?
On race day, if the distance shown on your device is greater than the official race distance, it just means you weren’t cutting corners— quite literally. According to the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federation) course measurement guidelines (pg. 20), a road race course is defined by the shortest possible route a runner could take without being disqualified. After the race, if your device shows that you ran a little farther, this just accounts for extra steps you took to run around other participants, obstacles, hit a water stop, port-o-potty or stayed to the middle or outside lane.
What if my Garmin, iPod, Smart device, shows a slightly different time than the official race time?
How accurate your Garmin can be is affected by trees, cloud cover, mountains nearby, etc. so go on your chip time when racing. The main reason your Garmin will register a different time from race time is due to auto pause or signal dropout. If you lose reception time will still move on but your moving time may differ. If you look at your data you will see 3 records of time – Time, Moving Time & Elapsed time.
What if I can’t run the race?
There are no refunds, but we do offer deferrals or transfers and you can purchase registration insurance. See details here.