OKC “Run to Remember” Marathon set for October

Public health concerns have temporarily postponed the 25th Annual Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon to Oct. 4.

“We do not make this decision lightly,” said Kari Watkins, executive director, Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum. “We also know how much time, effort, and dedication goes into preparing to run the Marathon and we look forward to working with everyone to run in the fall.”

“We regret that dozens of vendors that make the Run to Remember possible will be heavily impacted, and some have already completed their work for the race. We know runners, volunteers, sponsors and neighborhoods that have already put a lot of time into this race will be disappointed, but we had to make a decision based on our visitors, runners, current facts and advice given to us by officials,” said Bob Ross, chairman of the Oklahoma City National Memorial Foundation.

“These are extraordinary times and extraordinary measures are being taken around the country. I appreciate that the leadership at the Memorial took its time and considered these issues thoughtfully. The Museum and Marathon uniquely draw from a national audience, and so I respect that these decisions tor the health for our community,” said Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt.

Race registrations will automatically transfer to the rescheduled race on Oct. 4. As per the refund policy signed at the time of registration, runners’ entry fees and donations are non-refundable. However, organizers are waiving the race change fee through April should athletes choose to run a different race. Persons are encouraged to view www.okcmarathon.com for more information.

This article originally appeared in the April 2020 edition of The Point.