Grandma's Marathon is a run fit for the entire family. Find out why.
When I think about my grandma, a lot of wonderful things pop into my head. Grandma's home-baked cookies. Grandma's sweet bedtime stories. And Grandma's warm hugs and kisses. Yet, never do I associate my grandma with a 26.2-mile race. It's a big reason why I was surprised to find out about a run called Grandma's Marathon.
Grandma's Marathon is located in Duluth, Minn. It's a 33-year-old race that began in the minds of locals desiring to run a scenic trek in their area. So, they set the course for this marathon and named it after their first sponsor: Grandma's restaurant. (See? Grandmas are always so supportive.) Through the years, the name stuck and today they have over 9,000 participants each year. So what makes this marathon so great? Here are a few highlights.
Grandma's Marathon
This marathon is a three-day event. It normally starts on a Thursday evening with the handing out of packets and a health expo. From this point on, the marathon sponsors smaller races (for kids), dinners and other activities great for the whole community. Then, on the last day, Saturday, the race is run. It's a great lead-up to a marathon that attracts a lot of people.
Grandma's Marathon supports charity.
Like many marathons, Grandma's Marathon is a gateway to giving to charity. You support the Young Athlete's Foundation, Minnesota Elite Athlete Development Program or a charity of your choice. The great new is that while you are raising money, you'll be having fun the entire time.
Grandma's Marathon has live music.
If you love live music, you will enjoy the festivities under the Big Top Tent at Grandma's Marathon. It is important to note that there is an age limit and cover charge for entry, but it's usually less than what you'd pay at a concert. Also, it's a great diversion for young adults who want to run and shake a tail feather too. <p>Ready to go visit a different type of grandma yet? Get more details about Grandma's Marathon at http://www.grandmasmarathon.com. It's a home-style marathon fit for the entire family and great for a mini-vacation.
