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The latest news from the endurance events industry

NY Governor announces Buffalo Marathon to return in June for 20th anniversary

May 5, 2021

NY Governor announces Buffalo Marathon to return in June for 20th anniversary

The race is to operate at 50% capacity with Health and Safety Guidelines in place for participants and limited spectators.

OC Sport launches Rethink Sport sustainability strategy

May 5, 2021

OC Sport launches Rethink Sport sustainability strategy

The strategy has a central goal of achieving company-wide carbon neutrality by 2028.

California Department of Public Health releases COVID guidance for community sporting events

May 1, 2021

California Department of Public Health releases COVID guidance for community sporting events

The guidance is designed to address sectors and activities opening statewide.

Race Directors HQ launches industry podcast, Head Start

Apr 29, 2021

Race Directors HQ launches industry podcast, Head Start

The podcast aims to deliver in-depth content for race directors, timers and anyone involved in the business of putting on races.

US Trail Running Conference Webinar shares initiatives to inspire climate action champions

Apr 29, 2021

US Trail Running Conference Webinar shares initiatives to inspire climate action champions

Industry experts summarize key factors to propel the sport towards achieving a zero carbon footprint.

Bath Half Marathon postponed – again

Apr 29, 2021

Bath Half Marathon postponed – again

The event’s organisers said they had ‘no choice’ but to postpone until 2022.

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RRCA successfully hosts first in-person running industry conference in more than a year

Apr 29, 2021

RRCA successfully hosts first in-person running industry conference in more than a year

Over 127 attendees gathered in Orlando, Florida for the 63rd RRCA National Convention.

GiveSignup | RunSignup Spring Forward Seminar caps a year of virtual learning

Apr 27, 2021

GiveSignup | RunSignup Spring Forward Seminar caps a year of virtual learning

More than 600 event directors, timers, and nonprofits registered for the latest half-day event covering expectations for 2021.

New research shows exceptionally low risk of COVID transmission at outdoor sporting events

Apr 26, 2021

New research shows exceptionally low risk of COVID transmission at outdoor sporting events

An independent report, commissioned by parkrun, estimates the risk of transmission of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) at parkrun events.

New RACE EXPLORER Enhancements increase engagement in race analytics

Apr 23, 2021

New RACE EXPLORER Enhancements increase engagement in race analytics

The enhancements are showing on average an increased engagement time of 30% per session.

New York Mini 10K to host the return of professional athletes on June 12

Apr 22, 2021

New York Mini 10K to host the return of professional athletes on June 12

The event will serve as the first regularly scheduled and will be the largest NYRR race since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

Great North Run cancellation would cost millions without COVID-19 cover

Apr 22, 2021

Great North Run cancellation would cost millions without COVID-19 cover

With the insurance industry in turmoil, the world’s biggest half-marathon is again in doubt.