FAQ's
1. What time does the race start?
Answer: The 10K starts at 8:30 am; 2 Mile starts at 9:00 am; 1 Mile Challenge Run at 9:55am; Tot Trot at 9:50am.
2. Where does the race begin?
Answer: All events begin at the YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase located at 9401 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD
3. Is there parking?
Answer:
In addition to street parking, there are three available lots:
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Bethesda Country Day School (located just across the street from YMCA Tennis Courts on Beech)
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Lycee Rochambeau (French International School) (9600 Forest Road, Bethesda MD)
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American Podiatry Medical Association Offices (9312 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD)
4. Where are the nearest Metro Stations?
Answer: We encourage our runners to walk, ride their bikes or use public transportation when possible. Here are names and links to the closest Metro Stations near the YMCA:
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Bethesda Metrorail (2.2 miles from YMCA, a 44 min walk)
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Grosvenor – Strathmore Metrorail (1.9 miles, a 37 min walk)
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Medical Center Metrorail (1.9 miles, a 38 min walk)
5. How do I get my race number and t-shirt?
Answer: Runners can pick up their race materials at:
Packet Pick Up Location:
Whole Foods Market (Rockville)
11355 Woodglen Drive
Rockville, MD 20852
301.984.4880
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Friday, November 22nd from 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Saturday, November 23rd from 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Sunday, November 24th from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
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Monday, November 25th from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase
9401 Old Georgetown Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814
Wednesday, November 27th at 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Race Day Morning, November 28th at 6:00 am - 8:35 am
6. Can I have a family member or friend pick up my race materials?
Answer: Yes
7. Can I register on race day?
Answer: Yes. We encourage you to register online. Online registration will remain open until the start of the race:
10 K - Online registration closes on November 28th at 8:30 am
2 Mile Fun Run/Walk - Online registration closes on November 28th at 9:00 am
1 K Run Challenge - Online registration closes on November 28th at 9:45 am
50 Meter Tot Trot - Online registration closes on November 28th at 9:40 am
8. Is my registration fee refundable?
Answer: No. All registration fees are non-refundable. Turkey Chase is a charitable event.
9. What time will the streets close from the neighborhood to Old Georgetown Rd and 355?
Answer: The neighborhood streets will be closed to traffic from 8:00 am to 10:00 am.