IN-PERSON VALLEY FORGE NHP FAQ's
Q: What time does race start/gun time?
A: Race starts promptly at 8:30am Please see next FAQ about when and how to arrive.
Q: Where do I park/ how do I get to the Start?
A: Parking for the event is located at 1000 First Ave, (1 mile from the Park). Shuttle buses will be operating from 6:30am - 11:00am to take participants and spectators to and from the Park. Shuttle transport will be suspended from 8:00 am until 10:30am during the running of the race. The first shuttle back to the parking lot from the park will leave at 10:30. This service needs to be suspended during the event ,as the course crosses over the entrance/exit road.
Q: Parking Passes- who needs them?
A: Parking passes are issued to registrants who will have a stroller or dog with them. REMEMBER: no dogs or strollers are permitted on the race course. They are permitted for the walk event only. Those who have requested a parking pass will be able to park in the park because the dogs and strollers are not permitted on the shuttles. Parking passes come with a few rules: you must be in the park by 7:45am before the gate closes for the race. There is no vehicular traffic from 8am- 10:30am. If you have a pass and are parked in the park you must remain in the park until the all clear is given, approx 10:30. No exceptions.
Q: Can I UBER or be dropped off at the entrance?
A: Please do not plan on being dropped off at the entrance or along Rt 23. This causes a dangerous situation with the crush of entries of the shuttle and cars needing to enter the park. We suggest you Uber to the shuttle lot on First ave and take the shuttle over to the park.
Q: Can I pick up my bib and t shirt on race morning (April 13st)?
A:. No. There is no race day pickup. All items must be either shipped (by deadline given) or picked up during the packet pick up hours.
Q: Is there an age limit/ time limit?
A: The 5 mile course must be completed at an 18 minute per mile pace. Runners must be at least 9 years of age and accompanied by an adult.
Q: Are dogs or strollers permitted on race course?
A: No. Dogs and strollers are not permitted on the 5 mile race course. They are, however, permitted on the 2 mile walk.
Q: How will I get my time?
A: The 5 mile run will be professionally chip timed using the ChronoTrack B-tag. The B-tag will be attached to your bib. Please don't fold or bend your bib or you risk breaking the chip and not receiving your time. Please keep your bib visible on the front of your body when you cross the start and finish lines so we can read your bib number.
Q: Can I walk the 5 mile Race?
A: The 5 mile course is a running race. There is a time limit for the course. If you wish to walk, please select the walk event.
The walk starts immediately after all runners have left the start. It's an out and back course totaling 2 miles.
Q: Can I have my items mailed?
A: Sure! Items can be mailed for an add-on $10 fee for domestic ship and $30 fee international ship. Please note all registrations for IN PERSON event with add-on ship must be done by March 28 in order to receive by race day.
