10th Anniversary
Two Rivers Marathon Race Festival
March 26-27, 2022
Maniac and Fanatic friendly. The 2022 events are Spotlight races for Maniacs and Fanatics!
10th Anniversary of the Two Rivers Marathon Race Festival
Named by the Road Runners Club of America "2022 East Coast Championship Race" and three time "Pennsylvania State Championship Marathon".
The Two Rivers Marathon and Half Marathon has been selected to be the Spotlight Races for the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics Clubs. We want to be the most fun race out there!
All Maniacs and Fanatics who register will receive:
- A pair of socks with the Two Rivers logo knitted into the socks.
- An embroidered jacket with the Two Rivers logo and Maniacs or Fanatics embroidered into the jacket.
- VIP tented area for gathering, lounging, food and portapotties.
- I Did the Double shirt if you race both days.
- I Boston Qualified shirt if you run a BQ time.
- Other fun surprises!
If you aren't a Maniac or Fanatic, it will still be a fantastic race!
You'll receive all the cool stuff that we regularly have, such as:
- Embroidered jackets.
- I Ran the Double shirts if you race both days.
- I Qualified for Boston shirt if you run a BQ time.
- Hawaiian lei at the finish line
The finish line bell to celebrate any achievement you'd like.
The Course
- LINK to Two Rivers pdf map and course certification.
- The marathon (2 loops) and half marathon (one loop) will be run on Rte 590/Towpath Road.
- This course is equivalent to miles 11.75 to 18.64 on the old course. This course will start at the finish area in the park, turn right on Rte 590, go over the bridge and go left for almost 6+ miles.
- A course map is here. It shows one loop of the course. Double it for the marathon.
- We'll have an open start line for the marathon and half marathon.
- You can start anytime between 06:45 - 09:00 am.
- If you'd like to start before 06:45 am, just let me know and I'll get you off and running!
- The elite and official race start for the marathon and half marathon on Saturday and Sunday will be at 8am. This will be for the elites and for those who like the group atmosphere of a race. In 2021, about 25% of the runners started early and the balance started at 8am.
- the 5k and 10k races will start at 9am both days.
- You can start anytime between 06:45 - 09:00 am.
- The marathon will have an 8.5 hour time limit.
- Please start early if you think you may exceed the 2:30 pm course closure. You can start as early as 6am on Saturday or SUnday so you'll actually have 8.5 hours to complete the carathon!
- We'll have the finish arch up for you and have your finisher's medal ready for you!
- Please start early if you think you may exceed the 2:30 pm course closure. You can start as early as 6am on Saturday or SUnday so you'll actually have 8.5 hours to complete the carathon!
- For the Saturday race, we will have pacers! Pace groups will start at 3:00 hour pace, and based on demand, will be in 15 minute pace groups all the way to 4:45 pace.
- Map My Run link
Elevation
I know there are different definitions about course descriptions. What is a hill to one is only a boomp to another. What we can say about the elevation on the course is this:
- The low point of the course is at 617'.
- The high point is 5 miles later at 821.'
- This means in 5 miles on the way out to the turnaround, you 'climb' 204.'
- That calculates to a grade/climb of .77%.
- This means the climb is less than 1%.
- You are running with the Lackawaxen River on your left on the way out to the turnaround.
- This will be the less than 1% climb going out.
- You'll also have less than 1% elevation loss on the way back to the start/finish area (You'll do this twice for the marathon.)
- 5k and 10k courses will remain the same.
- Marathon will be on a certified course
- Saturday slots are 7:45 am start for the marathon and 9 am start for the half marathon.
Pasta Dinner
We are happy to announce there will be an incredible, all you can eat buffet pasta dinner on Friday, March 25, 2022, at 6:30pm at the New Inn at Lackawaxen, 188 Scenic Drive, about .4 miles from the start/finish of the race.
You will enjoy the dinner! When you register, you'll have the option to reserve up to 4 seats. The price is $26 per person and is limited to 90 runners, family and friends.
Caesar salad: Heart of Romaine Leaves mixed
with a Creamy Parmesan Caesar Dressing and Herb Croutons
Penna Ala Vodka: Penne Pasta with a Light Cream, Vodka Tomato Sauce
Stuffed Shells: Pasta Shells stuffed with Ricotta, Parmesan and Mozzarella Cheeses, covered in Marinara sauce and more cheese, and baked to perfection.
Pasta Primavera: Pasta & Vegetables tossed in a Light Garlic Olive Oil and Parmesan Cheese
Alcohol, Soft drinks, Dessert & Gratuity Not Included (pay at time of service)
Aid stations
- There will be three aid station on the course, which means you'll have 6 aid stations per loop (13.1 miles).
- The aid stations will be self-serve, with sealed small water and Gatorade bottles.
- There will be plenty of garbage cans on the course.
- Athletes are responsible for putting used water, Gatorade, bananas, gels, or similar items in the garbage cans.
- The township has requested a zero garbage on the ground policy for health reasons.
- There will be garbage cans 50 yards on each side of the aid station, as well as a garbage can placed halfway to the next aid station.
- There will not be any marathon pacers for the Saturday marathon in order to minimize grouping of athletes.
What fun stuff will there be?
- If you post a Boston Qualifying time in the marathon, you'll receive an "I Qualified for Boston At the Two Rivers Marathon" shirt.
- We'll have interlocking finisher's medals for 2022.
- The shirts are gender specific this year.
- We will have post race food. It will be the FAMOUS FOOD TRUCK!
Finisher's Medals
- The artwork for the two interlocking finisher's medals is complete! They look fantastic!
- Saturday finishers will receive the left side medal and Sunday finishers will receive the right side medal.
- They interlock, medals are at 4" wide.
Refunds with Ticket Guardian
- For 6% of your entry fee ($4.20 for a $60 entry), you'll be able to get a refund, withdraw or defer for any reason from the event.
- Please read the details on what is covered by Ticket Guardian prior to purchasing it. It's a great service. I just want you to know what is and isn't covered.
- We want you to have a great time at our event.
WE LOVE OUR ATHLETES
Please reach out to the Race Directors with any questions. JC Santa Teresa, jhacen@yahoo.com or Mark Hughes, markfastfinishes@gmail.com or call 1-570-470-4922.
Registration fees
Virtual marathon, half marathon, 5k or 10k Closed
You can virtually race when you'd like at a distance you'd like. I'll mail you all the fun items (jacket, medal, wearable Zulu audio headphones). All you have to do is register and run!
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$46.00
If you'd like to race virtually, you can now do it!
Jan 13 - Mar 25
March 26th - 10K Closed
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$37.00Jan 13 - Mar 25
March 27th - 10K Closed
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$37.00Jan 13 - Mar 25
March 26th - 5K Closed
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$37.00Jan 13 - Mar 25
March 27th - 5K Closed
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$37.00Jan 13 - Mar 25
5k/10k Combo Platter Closed
Register for both the 5k and 10k and challenge yourself! You'll also be eligible for extra awards. You'll be placed in your age group in both the 5k and 10k events, and there will be additional overall and age group awards for the Combo Platter athletes!
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$60.00Jan 13 - Mar 25
March 26th - Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$85.00Jan 13 – Dec 26
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$95.00Dec 27 – Mar 16
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$105.00Mar 17 – Mar 23
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$115.00Mar 24 – Mar 25
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March 27th - Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$85.00Jan 13 – Dec 26
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$95.00Dec 27 – Mar 16
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$105.00Mar 17 – Mar 23
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$115.00Mar 24 – Mar 25
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March 26th - Half Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$85.00Jan 13 – Dec 26
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$95.00Dec 27 – Mar 16
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$105.00Mar 17 – Mar 23
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$115.00Mar 24 – Mar 25
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March 27th - Half Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$85.00Jan 13 – Dec 26
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$95.00Dec 27 – Mar 16
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$105.00Mar 17 – Mar 23
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$115.00Mar 24 – Mar 25
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Dual > March 26th and 27th - Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$160.00Jan 13 – Dec 26
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$170.00Dec 27 – Mar 16
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$180.00Mar 17 – Mar 23
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$190.00Mar 24 – Mar 25
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Dual > March 26th and 27th - Half Marathon Closed
Online registration closed-
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$160.00Jan 13 – Dec 26
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$170.00Dec 27 – Mar 16
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$180.00Mar 17 – Mar 23
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$190.00Mar 24 – Mar 25
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Event schedule
- Sat, March 26, 2022 6:30 AM - Check-in and Race Day Registration Begins
- Sat, March 26, 2022 8:00 AM - Marathon and Half Marathon Start
- Sat, March 26, 2022 8:15 AM - 5k Start
- Sat, March 26, 2022 9:15 AM - 10k Start
- Sun, March 27, 2022 6:30 AM - Check-in and Race Day Registration Begins
- Sun, March 27, 2022 8:00 AM - Marathon and Half Marathon Start
- Sun, March 27, 2022 8:15 AM - 5K Start
- Sun, March 27, 2022 9:15 AM - 10k Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Mark Hughes
- Phone
- +1 570-470-4922
- Website
- Visit website