Are there caps on the number of entries in any of the races?
What is St. Jude Heroes?
How late can I register?
I already registered for one of the races, but now I want to be a St. Jude Hero. Am I too late?
I registered for the marathon but would like to change to the half marathon or 5K …can I do this?
Will I receive a confirmation that my entry has been received?
I registered for the race but my name is not listed as confirmed... what should I do?
Are refunds available?
I'm not a big runner, but I love to walk. Can I walk in this race?
Are wheelchairs welcome?
What is the elevation change for the course? Is the course hilly?
What are the age restrictions?
Is the St. Jude Memphis Marathon a Boston Qualifier?
Will there be pace teams?
Why is there a "No Headphones" policy at the race?
Are hotel discounts available for participant
What will the weather be like on race day?
Can I have my friend run with me if he/she is not entered in the race?
What or Who is Juice Plus+®?
What materials should I expect to receive after I register? When will I receive them?
Where is the starting line?
Will runners line-up at the start according to their pace-per-mile?
Is St. Jude the race sponsor?
When and where will the finishing times be posted?
I want to volunteer, what do I do?
Do Half Marathon finishers receive a medal?
How do I become a sponsor?
Are there caps on the number of entries in any of the races?
Yes. To ensure the quality of the race experience for all participants, registrations will be limited to 3,000 in the marathon, 8,000 in the half marathon and 3,000 in the Memphis Grizzlies House 5K.
What is St. Jude Heroes?
St. Jude Heroes is a program that offers runners and walkers an opportunity to become part of a fund-raising team for the children of St. Jude. Each participant will receive materials to help with their preparation. In return, the runners/walkers will be encouraged to raise funds for St. Jude by getting pledges for the race. Various incentive levels can be reached. For more details, click on the St. Jude Heroes page.
How late can I register?
Online registration will be available through 11:59 p.m. CST on Monday, Dec. 1. No online entries will be accepted after this time. If you mail in your entry, please allow enough time for it to arrive in Memphis by Nov. 7.
If spots are still available, Late Registration will be available on Thursday, Dec. 4 and Friday, Dec. 5 at the site of the Expo and packet pickup area at Memphis Cook Convention Center in downtown Memphis (refer to map in “Hotels/Area” section). Also, check the “Schedule” section of this Web site. There will be no race day registration for any of the races .
I already registered for one of the races, but now I want to be a St. Jude Hero. Am I too late?
Of course not. We would love for you to join the fun! Just call Christopher Beck at 800-238-6030 or 901-271-6676 or e-mail to him at christopher.beck@stjude.org.
I registered for the marathon but would like to change to the half marathon or 5K …can I do this?
Yes, you can make a change in races at the "Problem Desk" during Packet Pickup at the Memphis Cook Convention Center on Thursday or Friday before the race (check the Event/Schedule section of this Web site.) However, the difference in entry fees will not be refunded. (NOTE: above answer is the same if you'd like to change from the Half Marathon to the Marathon. You would then pay the difference in entry fees.)
Will I receive a confirmation that my entry has been received?
Your confirmation is sent by e-mail if you provide an e-mail address on your on-line or off-line registration. If you did not receive this confirmation, click here to request an additional confirmation e-mail.
Off-line registrations (hard copies received by mail or fax) that do not include an e-mail address will be sent a confirmation postcard via regular U.S. mail. Allow 3-4 weeks for receipt.
Registration Confirmation
Allow about 2 weeks for off-line entries to be processed.
I registered for the race but my name is not listed as confirmed... what should I do?
If you register online through our Web site, it is received automatically and your name will show up as confirmed within the week. If you sent your registration via fax or postal mail, it may take several days before your registration is received and entered in the system; therefore, it may take up to two weeks before your name will show up as confirmed. Please check again in these time frames, and if your name still does not show up, contact us at marathon@stjude.org.
Are refunds available?
Sorry, we cannot refund, transfer or credit registrations to a future year. However, if you are unable to participate, your entry fee will become a direct donation to the children of St. Jude and is tax deductible.
I'm not a big runner, but I love to walk. Can I walk in this race?
Sure! Walkers will start at the same time as runners and follow the prescribed course. For safety reasons, the walkers must start behind the runners. Keep in mind, if you are unable to maintain a pace of 14 minutes per mile, you may be asked to move to the sidewalk as portions of the course close.
Are wheelchairs welcome?
Yes!
What is the elevation change for the course? Is the course hilly?
The course can be described as relatively flat with rolling hills. The elevation change for the entire course is as follows:
Start = 245 feet above sea level
Finish = 230 feet above sea level
Highest point = 310 feet above sea level
Lowest point = 210 feet above sea level
What are the age restrictions?
You must be at least 16 years old to participate in the full marathon and at least 11 years old to participate in the half marathon. There is NO minimum age to participate in the Memphis Grizzlies House 5K, though we request participants under the age of 11 be accompanied by an adult.
For all three races, a parent or guardian must also sign the registration form if the entrant is under 18 years of age. Proof of age may be required.
Is the St. Jude Memphis Marathon a Boston Qualifier?
Yes. In fact, your time in this year's St. Jude Memphis Marathon can help you qualify for either of the next two Boston Marathons since both of which will be held within 24 months following this year's SJMM.
Will there be pace teams?
Yes, this year we will have pace teams starting at a finishing time 3:10 (3 hours and 10 minutes) and continuing in 5-minute increments through a finishing time of 4:00; then at 15-minute increments through a finishing time of 5:45. You can visit the pace teams booth at the Expo on the Thursday and Friday before the races.
Why is there a "No Headphones" policy at the race?
There are actually three reasons: (1) First and foremost, the policy is for your safety and the safety of those around you during a sometimes-crowded race on streets shared with auto traffic. According to the Road Runners Club of America’s tips for running safety: “Don’t wear headsets. Use your ears to be aware of the surroundings. Using headphones, you lose the use of an important sense – your hearing. Always stay alert and aware of what’s going on around you. The more aware you are, the less vulnerable you are”; (2) the policy is a requirement of our insurance company for liability reasons; and finally, (3) since our races are certified and sanctioned by USA Track & Field, we are obligated to operate under USATF rules and regulations, including Rule 144.3b which prohibits the use of all music or program-listening devices while on the race course. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
Are hotel discounts available for participants?
Refer to the list of hotels and special rates found in the “Lodging” section of this Web site.
What will the weather be like on race day?
We would all love to know the answer to that question! Unfortunately, we'll have to refer to the average temperatures for Memphis on the first weekend in December. The average high is 56 degrees F, the average low is 38 degrees F, and the mean is 46 degrees F.
Can I have my friend run with me if he/she is not entered in the race?
No, all runners must have a race number.
What or Who is Juice Plus+®?
Juice Plus+®, the event’s Presenting Sponsor, is the brand name of a line of whole food based nutritional supplements manufactured and marketed by NSA, LLC, a privately-owned company headquartered in the Memphis area. In capsule form, Juice Plus+® provides the natural benefits of 17 fruits, vegetables, and grains.
In addition to financially supporting the event, the company and its people are committed to St. Jude in a number of ways. Juice Plus+® hosts the Spirit Station at the 10-mile mark in front of Target house, an apartment residence for St. Jude patients and their families. Juice Plus+® has an on going relationship with Target House and participates in a monthly activity and dinner with the patients and families. Last year, Target House nominated Juice Plus+® for The Spirit of Giving Award which recognizes outstanding Volunteers in the Memphis area.
To learn more about Juice Plus+®, visit www.juiceplus.com.
What materials should I expect to receive after I register? When will I receive them?
Your packet (race #, final instructions, timing chip, t-shirt, etc.) will be available for pickup at the Memphis Cook Convention Center on the Thursday and Friday immediately prior to race day. For details and directions see Late Registration, Packet Pickup, and Expo.
No materials will be mailed or distributed in advance. For those who cannot get to the Convention Center by 8 p.m. on the Friday before the races, there is a late packet pickup Saturday morning beginning at 6 a.m. (see Overall Schedule of Events for details).
Where is the starting line?
The marathon and half marathon start is in Downtown Memphis on Fourth Street at Beale Street, close to the finish line at AutoZone Park. The Memphis Grizzlies House 5K start is located in front of the FedExForum on Third Street, just south of Beale Street.
Will runners line-up at the Start according to their pace-per-mile?
Yes, signs at the starting line will indicate a number of pace-per-mile times . . . from Elite Runners at the front to walkers at the rear. Participants are asked to assemble in Corrals which closest describe their projected pace-per-mile.
Is St. Jude the race sponsor?
No, the marathon is a cooperative effort of St. Jude and Memphis Runners Track Club (MRTC). All proceeds go directly to St. Jude.
When and where will the finishing times be posted?
Within 24 hours, race times will be posted in the “Results” section of this Web site.
I want to volunteer, what do I do?
Please call John Bookas at 901-488-2797 or email stjuderacevols@aol.com.
Do half marathon and 5K finishers receive a medal?
Yes, everyone who completes one of the races will receive a distinguishable medal. A "Certificate of Completion" will also be available online to each finisher within six to eight weeks following the event.
How do I become a sponsor?
For information on becoming a sponsor, please contact Dwight Drinkard at 901-578-2038 or 800-565-5112 or e-mail to dwight.drinkard@stjude.org. 
