PACKET PICK-UP
& RACE EXPO
YOUR GUIDE TO THE START LINE
RACE DAY COUNTDOWN
PACKET PICK-UP
Participants in the half marathon and 5K are required to pick up their race packets at the Race Expo, which is free and open to the public.
Participants will pick-up their race bib, event shirt, race tote bag, and other goodies including an exclusive runner discount at Sports Basement.
Receive an exclusive in-store discount with proof of your bib at checkout!
DATES & TIMES
Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
RACE EXPO
While picking up your race packet, participants can also enjoy the Race Expo at Sports Basement, Presidio.
The Race Expo is FREE and open to the public.
Shop the event merchandise store, visit with local vendors, check out the latest in the active lifestyle space, and take advantage of our photo opportunities.
DATES & TIMES
Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
Time: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Time: 10:00am – 5:00pm
RACE MORNING PACKET PICK-UP
For half marathon and 5K participants, if you are unable to attend the Race Expo you may purchase Race Day Packet Pick-up and pick up your items on race morning in Aquatic Park close to the Finish Line.
You can purchase this upgrade during registration for $28.
ALREADY REGISTERED ?
Visit your ACTIVE MyEvents account, find your Golden Gate Half Marathon & 5K entry, click “Purchase merchandise”, and add Race Day Pick-Up to your entry.
PARKING AT THE EXPO
There are limited, metered parking spots at the Sports Basement, Presidio. Please plan on parking at one of the lots listed below to avoid parking congestion at the store while picking up your race packet.
Main Post Lot
122 Anza Ave, San Francisco, CA
7 minute walk to Expo
Presidio Tunnel Tops
603 Mason St, San Francisco, CA)
5 minute walk to Expo
East Beach Lot
1199 E Beach, San Francisco, CA
12 minute walk to Expo
Girard Lot
201 Lundeen St, San Francisco, CA
11 minute walk to Expo
Palace of the Fine Arts Lot
3381 Lyon St, San Francisco, CA
16 minute walk to Expo
Please note that all parking rates are set by lot operators, not the race organizers or Sports Basement.
Want to showcase your brand at our Race Expo?
Visit the Exhibitors & Partners page on our website for all the details!
In order to expedite the pick-up of your race bib, please bring your ID and QR code confirmation email. QR code emails will be sent the Wednesday of race week
If you are unable to attend the Race Expo, you may send a proxy to pick up your race packet on your behalf. You must have signed the event’s digital liability waivers when registering for the event. To verify if you’ve signed your waivers, please visit your ACTIVE MyEvents account and locate your Golden Gate Half Marathon & 5K entry. If you have not signed your waiver yet, you will see a large red error message that your waivers have not yet been signed.
Please send your proxy with a copy of your driver’s license (digital picture is OK) and your QR code confirmation email to expedite the pick-up process. Confirmation emails will be sent the Wednesday of race week. Proxies may only pick-up packets for up to 3 people.Save time—opt to have everything delivered! Upgrade to Mail My Packet and have your bib and tee shipped to you! This can be added at the time of registration.
If you’ve already registered and would like to add packet mailing to your registration:-
Visit your ACTIVE MyEvents account
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Find your entry
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Click the “Purchase merchandise” button
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Look for the “HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO PICK UP YOUR RACE PACKET?”
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Add “Mail My Packet” for $xx
The deadline to add Packet Mailing is [date].-
