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Santa Rosa Marathon FAQs/Contact

Is the marathon a Boston Marathon qualifier? Can I walk certain distances? Find the answers to all these questions and more on the Santa Rosa Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K FAQ page.

Be sure to read the entire race details page in addition to this FAQ to make sure you have all the necessary info about the Santa Rosa Marathon!

Registration

Where can I check if I'm registered?

You can check via EnMotive.com.

How do I update my registration info?

All changes to your registration, besides the runner’s name, can be made free of charge. Simply log in to your Enmotive account to change it. Instructions on accessing/creating your account.

Can I switch distances?

Yes, you can change distances online before registration closes.

  1. To do so, simply log into your Enmotive account (you may need to reset your password first).
  2. Once you’re logged in, you’ll see your upcoming race on the right-hand side of the screen.
  3. Click “View registration.” You’ll see your current race distance under “Category.”
  4. Just click “Edit,” choose the distance you’d like to switch to.
  5. You’ll be prompted to review the rest of your registration, and re-sign the waiver for the new distance.

If you’re switching up to the half marathon or down to the full marathon, then you’ll be required to pay the difference in price. We don’t offer refunds for the difference in price when switching down to the half marathon.

Can I get a refund?

All sales are final. No refunds will be given, unless you are registered for a live race and the live race is cancelled by the event organizer due to COVID-19 or any of its variants (the “Pandemic”) and/or governmental restrictions put in place as a result of or in connection with the Pandemic which make the live race unfeasible or impractical to run, in which case refunds will be given in accordance with the below. A date or venue change is not a cancellation.

Can I transfer my registration (bib) to another person?

To Transfer Your Registration to Another Runner:

  1. The original runner must log into their EnMotive account and scroll down to find their existing race registration under “Current and Upcoming Events.”
  2. Click the blue “Actions” button to the right of the race name, and then “Transfer Registration.”
  3. Enter the new runner’s email address to begin the transfer process.
  4. The new runner will then receive an email from Enmotive with a link to complete the transfer.
  5. After clicking the transfer link in the Enmotive email, scroll down to click the green “Accept transfer” button.
  6. The new runner will complete the registration process and will be asked to pay the full registration fee + $10 transfer fee. The original runner will be refunded the full registration amount back to the original payment in 3-5 business days. The refund will not contain any donations or products purchased.

If the transaction is not completed by the new runner within 48 hours of the email sent, the transfer request is cancelled, and the registration will remain in the original runner’s name.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

Yes! If someone is picking up your packet, please ensure they have either your confirmation email or a picture of your photo ID (a picture on your phone works great!).

Can I add packet mailing to my order after I register?

To add packet mailing after you have registered follow these steps:

  • Login to your EnMotive account.
  • Once logged in, click Registrations on the black toolbar on the left.
  • Click the three dots in the upper right corner of your registration and select ‘View Registration’.
  • Scroll down and select Packet Mailing and add to your registration.

The deadline to add packet mailing to your registration is: August 1st, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST.

Race Day

Where can I find the race info packet?

The race info packet will be emailed to all participants in the week leading up to the event!

Where can I find my bib number?

Bib numbers will be dynamically assigned upon check-in at the expo.

What are the course time limits?

The full marathon course time limit is 6 hours. The half marathon course time limit is 5 hours.

Can I participate with a stroller/scooter/bike?

The use of wheeled devices by participants is limited to approved AWD wheelchair, handcycle and duo team participants only. Strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled devices are not permitted.

To ensure the safety of all participants, athletes requiring additional support (wheelchair, handcycle, crutches or guide) must adhere to the Ventures Endurance Athletes With Disabilities Event Rules found here and receive written approval from the Race Director, no less than 21 days in advance of the event.

Can I carry my child/baby while on course?

For the safety of the child and those around, we ask that you do not carry any children or babies while on course. All participants on course must be registered with a bib following the age limits that are assigned to each category.

Can I run with my dog?

No, we do not allow dogs on course for the safety of our runners.

Is there an age limit?

Runners must be at least 8 years of age or older to run the 5K, 10 years of age or older to run the 10K, 14 years of age or older to run the half marathon, and 18 years of age or older to run the marathon.

Is there a walker division?

Walkers are welcome in all events, but they will need to abide by course closure times. For the 5K and 10K you must maintain at least a 15-minute pace per mile, for the half marathon there is a 5 hour limit, and for the marathon there is a 6 hour limit.

Awards

Are there overall and age group awards?

Yes! Age group awards will be emailed to first, second, and third finishers in each age group after the race. Overall awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers.

Will there be award presentations after the race?

There will be an award presentation for the top three male and female overall finishers in the Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K and 5K following the race at the post-race party. If you won your age group but did not finish top three overall, there will be no presentation as your award will be emailed to you following the race.

When will the check be mailed as an overall winner?

Checks will be mailed 6-8 weeks after the race.

When will I get my age group award?

Age group awards will be sent out 4-6 weeks after the event date.

What is the exclusive award?

More info will be released on what the award will look like, but we’re bringing back an award you can take home and proudly display for overall and age group winners!

When will I get my free or discounted race registration code?

You can expect to receive this about 4-6 weeks after the event. If you already registered prior to winning, no worries, we can refund your account and apply the code!

Is there a wheelchair division?

Yes! Wheelchair athletes will have one start at each event and should stage at the respective Start Line, 10 minutes prior to the start of each race. All participants that are in the wheelchair division will be placed in the Early Start (ES) Corral on their bib.

Saturday Events:

  • 10K: 6:50 AM
  • 5K: 8:50 AM

Sunday Events:

  • Marathon – 6:20 AM
  • Half Marathon – 7:20 AM

Racing wheelchairs shall be defined as customized performance chair. USATF rules will be enforced. For additional rules view the following: USATF

Each event will abide by the rules and policies of the recognized governing bodies of the sports or wheelchair racing, which do not allow the use of mechanical gears found on hand bikes. For more information, and to confirm your entry in the wheelchair division, please contact Athlete Services at [email protected]

General

How can I reserve a space at the expo or post-race festival?

If you’re interested in reserving a space at either our expo or downtown after party, please visit our Exhibitors & Sponsors Page to find all the necessary information.

How can I volunteer?

Please visit our Volunteer page to get all the details!

Is the marathon a Boston Marathon qualifier?

Yes, this course will be USATF-certified and a Boston Marathon qualifier.

What are the AWD (athletes with disabilities) guidelines and event rules?

Ventures Endurance happily welcomes all athletes to participate in our events. Athletes with Disabilities (AWD) include, but are not limited to the flowing athletes, Blade Runners, Visually Impaired Runners, Adaptive / Guided Runners, Pushed Athletes, Push Rim, Racing Chair and Hand Cycles. To participate as an AWD athlete you must notify the Race Director of your participation a minimum of 20 days in advance. This allows our staff to ensure the safety and security of each athlete on the course prepare the ES (early starters) corral for athletes. To ensure your spot and be approved as an AWD participant please contact [email protected].

Should there be a duo team, a coupon code may be provided for the pusher/coach by emailing [email protected].

Ventures Endurance Athletes with Disabilities Event Rules.

Who do email for press inquiries?

Contact our team at [email protected]!

Virtual

Where and when can I complete my virtual run?

Anywhere, anytime—this is your race! Whether you prefer sidewalks, trails, treadmills, or a stroll with your dog Sprinkles and a stroller in tow, you can complete your virtual run wherever and whenever works best for you between August 17th – September 21st.

Once you’ve finished, log your results online to:

🏅 Download your Finisher’s Certificate

📊 See how you stack up on the leaderboard

📸 Share your race-day photos with fellow participants

Just be sure to complete and log your run by September 30th to receive your certificate!

What items are included with the Santa Rosa Marathon Virtual Run?

We’ll ship the same awesome runner’s kit* right to you! Earn a custom Santa Rosa Marathon medal featuring a bold bear silhouette and wine‑country design details, celebrating your achievement in Sonoma County style. Full & Half Marathon Runners receive a finisher Full‑Zip Jacket. 10K & 5K Runners receive Official Comfy Santa Rosa Marathon T‑Shirt. *The wine given to half and full marathon participants at the live event is not included in the virtual offering.

How do I track my distance and time?

There will be live tracking available for the Full Marathon and Half. The link will be emailed to week of the event. For the Virtual Run, we accept results on the honor system, but the most accurate tracking is typically via a device with GPS tracking.

How do I log my results?

After you’ve completed your run, click the Log Result button on your Virtual Run registration to enter your time. Once you’ve entered your run time, click the Finisher Certificate button to download your personalized Finisher Certificate.

When will my packet ship?

Packets will begin shipping at the beginning of August. After that time, runners can expect to see their runner’s kit arrive within 3-4 weeks of registering.

Do I need to submit results to get a medal?

No. Your medal will be mailed to you with your packet after you register!

Do you ship internationally?

The Santa Rosa Marathon Virtual Run is currently available only for addresses within the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii*.

What do I do if my goodie bag doesn’t fit? Can I swap it?

We do not offer any size exchanges post packet shipment. All changes to sizes need to be made prior to confirming registration. We highly recommend that all participants take care to view the sizing chart to order the correct size.

Still Have Questions?

The answers to 99.9% of the questions we get asked every day are already on this awesome website, which means you’ll find an answer much quicker here than by emailing us and waiting a few days for a response! Of course, if you’ve read every word on this site and still can’t find the answer, shoot us an email and we’ll respond as soon as we can!

For customer service inquiries, contact our team at [email protected]. For press inquiries, contact our team at [email protected]!