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You probably expect to see a couple of people running on Race Day. You may rightly anticipate cheering, colorful face paint and high-energy volunteers. What complements the enthusiasm of our participants and spectators on an exciting day like this one? The talent of our entertainers, of course!
The course begins in Battery Park. On Church Street, you will hear the sweet strings of tap-style guitarist Matt Wolfe to start the race on an uplifting note.
Eagle Country Radio and the drumming of Sambatucada! energize the Beltway with their tunes and drums. Beware of the Food Science “Big Dog” who will chase you back down Route 127 at the turnaround! (His bark is worse than his bite… he’s actually a parade float.)
At SkiRack on Main Street, you will be greeted by Longford Row and their traditional Irish melodies. St. Andrew’s Pipe Band and The Horse Traders await you on Pine Street with bagpipe inspiration and classic covers.
By the time you reach Oakledge Park, Big Amp will be jamming out in celebration of your arrival. Prepare for the legendary “Assault on Battery” with some help from the Taiko drummers, performers who provide both auditory and visual reinforcement as you begin the six-block climb up Battery Street.
North Cove Road will host the Burlington Concert Band, who will remind you just how lovely it is to be running outside beside a lake…even after twenty one miles.
The North End Drummers will thunder their encouragement as you pass at mile 22, though it’s a good bet that you will hear them long before and after their venue.
At this stage in the Race, the Finish Line (primarily the beer tent) is beckoning, as so many marathoners can report. To give you the last boost of energy that you need to cross the line, Red Hot Juba will perform at the very end of the race. Their countrified blues and jazz are both an encouragement and a celebration of your hard work in getting yourself or your team across that Finish Line, to the roar the waiting crowd!
Come out and join us, runner or spectator, for an enthusiastic, melodious and jubilant Race Day on May 26th!
Written by intern Sam Asker
The Taiko Drummers at Battery Hill
You probably expect to see a couple of people running on Race Day. You may rightly anticipate cheering, colorful face paint and high-energy volunteers. What complements the enthusiasm of our participants and spectators on an exciting day like this one? The talent of our entertainers, of course!
The course begins in Battery Park. City Hall steps in Church Street Marketplace will host King Me, purveyors of fine acoustic rock. Later up Church Street, you will hear the strings of tap-style guitarist Matt Wolfe to help you float out of the Marketplace.
97.5 Eagle Country Radio and the drumming of Sambatucada energize the Beltway with their tunes and drums, and beware of the Food Science “Big Dog” who will chase you back down Route 127 at the turnaround. (His bark is worse than his bite… he’s actually a parade float.)
At SkiRack on Main Street, you will be greeted by Longford Row and their traditional Irish melodies. St. Andrew’s Pipe Band and The Horse Traders await you on Pine Street with bagpipe inspiration and classic covers.
By the time you reach Oakledge Park, Big Amp will be jamming out in celebration of your arrival. After another mile or so, you will arrive at Perkins’ Pier with some encouragement from 95 Triple X Radio. Prepare for the legendary “Assault on Battery” with some help from the Taiko Drummers, performers who provide both auditory and visual reinforcement as you begin the six-block climb up Battery Street.
North Cove Road will host the Burlington Concert Band, who will remind you just how lovely it is to be running outside beside a lake…even after twenty one miles.
The North End Drummers will thunder their encouragement as you pass at mile 22, though it’s a good bet that you will hear them long before and after their venue.
At this stage in the Race, the Finish Line (primarily the beer tent) is beckoning, as so many marathoners can report. To give you the last boost of energy that you need to cross the line, Red Hot Juba will perform at the very end of the race. Their countrified blues and jazz are both an encouragement and a celebration of your hard work in getting yourself or your team across that Finish Line, to the roar the waiting crowd!
Come out and join us, runner or spectator, for an enthusiastic, melodious and jubilant Race Day on May 23rd!
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