TNIBF BALLOON RUN 2024

(Marathon 10K, 5K, 3K: Rules and Regulations)

Entry Fees:

a. Entry fees are generally non-refundable and non-transferable, except at the discretion of the race organizers.

b. You may not give or sell your race number to anyone else.

c. Transferring entry fees to an alternative event is not allowed.

d. The sale, swapping, or bartering of Race Entries or Race Numbers is strictly forbidden.

Minimum Ages:

a. Participants in the 10K Marathon must be at least 18 years old.

Health and Preparation:

a. Participants must be in good health and physically prepared for the challenge of a long-distance running event.

b. Photo ID may be required to receive the Marathon race number and timing chip at the race number collection.

Race Number Requirement:

a. Participants are required to wear an official race number on the front of their singlet/shirt to participate in the event.

b. Participation in the event and/or wearing a race number signifies full acceptance of the Physical Activity Readiness Waiver/Participant Waiver terms and conditions.

Course Regulations:

a. No unofficial vehicles, bikes, in-line skates, or skateboards are allowed on the course.

b. Non-competitors (e.g., children, partners) are not allowed to enter the course or cross the finish line. Failure to comply may lead to disqualification.

c. Animals, except guide dogs, are not allowed on the course.

d. Personal Trainers, mentors, or coaches are not allowed on the course unless they are officially entered in the event and wearing an official Race Number.

Compliance and Instructions:

a. Competitors must follow the instructions of Marshalls, Race officials, or the Police/Emergency Services/First Responders at all times.

b. Competitors must start at the official start line and complete the full officially measured course.

c. Competitors must start the event at the officially sanctioned start time only.

Responsibility and Disqualification:

a. It is the responsibility of the competitor to familiarize themselves with the event rules and any directions published by the organizers.

b. Failure to comply with any of the rules may lead to disqualification and/or exclusion from the events.