Question 1

Race Day Program & Documents

Accepted Answer

Find this event's Race Day Program emailed to racers and posted to this FAQ about 7 days prior to the event. The Race Day Program includes everything you need to know about the race day, including the updated event schedule, course & festival details, parking instructions, and more. Other Important Documents: - Your Ticket, Barcode & Start Time - Racer Rules and Regulations

Question 2

Arrival & Heat Times

Accepted Answer

Please plan to arrive 90 minutes before your start time. This gives you plenty of time to park, pick up your registration packet, drop your stuff at bag check, and get warmed up. Registration typically opens at 6:00am. Waves of 250 (200 for Stadion) racers will be released every 15 minutes. YOUR exact start time is listed on your barcode and will be posted in your Spartan Account approximately 10 days prior to the event date. NOTE: Spartan is cashless! Please bring a credit or debit card for all race day purchases, including new race registrations, kids entries and spectator tickets. Have more questions not listed below? Visit the Spartan FAQ page.

Question 3

Volunteer & Race For Free

Accepted Answer

Sign up for a volunteer shift at this race weekend and receive a free race entry, meals, gear, and other event-day perks.

Question 4

Where to stay?

Accepted Answer

HotelPlanner is a top group hotel booking platform with a strong presence in sports and events. They secure exclusive group discounts and access to special hotel rates not available to the public. For all SPARTAN events, you’ll find dedicated hotel links featuring the best properties at the lowest possible rates! BOOK NOW

Question 5

Where To Stay

Accepted Answer

As a DEKA participant, you get access to exclusive deals with HotelPlanner. Book your stay today. lucidtravel.com/deka

Question 6

What to expect

Accepted Answer

Arrival Plan to arrive an hour before your start time. This gives you plenty of time to park, pick up your registration packet and get warmed up. What to Bring Your ID, Confirmation Email with QR Code, Hydration and Nutrition. Spectators DEKA events are always incredibly spectator friendly, so be sure to invite your biggest fans to come cheer you on. Spectators can save time upon arrival at the venue by purchasing a spectator ticket in advance.

Question 7

What Finishers Receive

Accepted Answer

- DEKA Finisher Medal - DEKA Finisher T-shirt - Your DEKA Mark on the Global Leaderboard - Bragging Rights

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