The Two Cities Marathon and Half-Marathon is a fun-filled and unforgettable experience - for the athletes and spectators.
The athletes thrive on spectators' energy and they really appreciate your support. So don't just stand there gawking - let
your energy and enthusiasm show! And you'll notice that almost all athletes have their names written on their shirts and
number bibs - that's because they want you to cheer for them by name. So shout out their names loud and clear, clang some
cow bells and keep them smiling. Spectators can purchase beer, wine and food near the finish area.
There are many great spots to watch the race, so bring your lawn chair, a cup of coffee and your enthusiasm. You may have to walk about ½ a block or so from your car due to road closures, so wear comfortable shoes. (If you plan to move around to different locations during the race - and we hope you do! - be sure to download a road closure map.) click here to download map
Here are some suggested viewing locations:
> Shepherd and Friant - mile 3 and 12 for half-marathon; miles 16 and 25 for full marathon (access by foot/bike through Woodward Park)
> Shepherd and Millbrook - miles 1 and 2 for half-marathon; miles 1 and 15 for full marathon (access by n/b Millbrook)
> Shepherd and Cedar - turn around point (mile 1 ½) for half-marathon; mile 1½ for full marathon (access by Cedar/Champlain)
There are many great spots to watch the race, so bring your lawn chair, a cup of coffee and your enthusiasm. You may have to walk about ½ a block or so from your car due to road closures, so wear comfortable shoes. (If you plan to move around to different locations during the race - and we hope you do! - be sure to download a road closure map.) click here to download map
Here are some suggested viewing locations:
> Shepherd and Friant - mile 3 and 12 for half-marathon; miles 16 and 25 for full marathon (access by foot/bike through Woodward Park)
> Shepherd and Millbrook - miles 1 and 2 for half-marathon; miles 1 and 15 for full marathon (access by n/b Millbrook)
> Shepherd and Cedar - turn around point (mile 1 ½) for half-marathon; mile 1½ for full marathon (access by Cedar/Champlain)
> Shepherd and Willow - miles 3 and 13 for full marathon (access by Willow or Shepherd, east of Willow)
> Trail Overpass on Villa Avenue, just south of where Villa becomes Minnewawa, across from Clovis Fire Station #3 - approximately miles 5 and 10 for full marathon (access by Herndon to n/b Villa)
> Pollasky Avenue, between Sierra and 8th Street in Old Town Clovis - miles 6 and 7 of full marathon (access by s/b Villa to e/b Sierra)
> 5th Street and Hughes, near Clark Intermediate School and Clovis Veteran's Memorial Building - mile 8 of full marathon (access by n/b or s/b Sunnyside to w/b Fourth or Fifth Streets or w/b Third to s/b Hughes)
> Copper and Friant - miles 5 and 10 of half-marathon; miles 18 and 23 for full marathon (access by w/b Copper Ave.)
> Friant near Willow - turn around point for half-marathon and full marathon (access by n/b Willow)
Here's a tip - find out your athlete's anticipated pace and calculate what time he or she will likely pass these locations so you'll be there on time. Bring a bunch of balloons or a sign so your athlete can easily spot you. And don't forget that Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Race Day, so be sure to set your clocks back. Have fun!
> Trail Overpass on Villa Avenue, just south of where Villa becomes Minnewawa, across from Clovis Fire Station #3 - approximately miles 5 and 10 for full marathon (access by Herndon to n/b Villa)
> Pollasky Avenue, between Sierra and 8th Street in Old Town Clovis - miles 6 and 7 of full marathon (access by s/b Villa to e/b Sierra)
> 5th Street and Hughes, near Clark Intermediate School and Clovis Veteran's Memorial Building - mile 8 of full marathon (access by n/b or s/b Sunnyside to w/b Fourth or Fifth Streets or w/b Third to s/b Hughes)
> Copper and Friant - miles 5 and 10 of half-marathon; miles 18 and 23 for full marathon (access by w/b Copper Ave.)
> Friant near Willow - turn around point for half-marathon and full marathon (access by n/b Willow)
Here's a tip - find out your athlete's anticipated pace and calculate what time he or she will likely pass these locations so you'll be there on time. Bring a bunch of balloons or a sign so your athlete can easily spot you. And don't forget that Daylight Savings Time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Race Day, so be sure to set your clocks back. Have fun!
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