LAS VEGAS /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The 14th running of the iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series Las Vegas commenced as participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds conquered the 2024 Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas 5K in Downtown Las Vegas on Saturday night.
As runners and walkers alike crossed the finish line at the Fremont Street Experience, they were swept up in the annual celebration located at the Downtown Las Vegas Event Center. Creating a memorable evening, they were treated with live performances from the likes of DJ Cable, DJ Mal-Ski, and DJ Marlon Dasoul while also accompanied by electric acts. Several interactive experiences and games, photo opportunities, local artists, food trucks, cocktails, and much more created an unforgettable fun filled evening.
The start to the two-day weekend of immersive running experiences saw Sullivan Clark (27-year-old from New Zealand) as the first to cross the finish line in the men’s field with a time of 16:58 while Glynis Milne (38-year-old from Canada) crossed first in the women’s field with a time of 19:35.
“I’ve known about this race for quite a while, but this is my first time. My buddy was at the Health Expo yesterday and realized we could still get in, so we registered kind of last minute,” said Clark. “It’s good to see so many people getting involved in running. Running is such a big part of my daily life and I hope more people get encouraged to get physically active. It’s the best thing that you can do for your body.”
“I think this is my fifth time running here since 2015,” said Milne. “I love Vegas. Vegas is one of my favorite cities to come to. The race atmosphere is just so great – you have to be prepared to come here and work hard but its so fun.”
As Saturday night’s energy comes to a close, the party is just getting started, as half marathon and 10K participants will take to iconic Vegas Strip on Sunday evening. Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas combines live music with entertainment, providing a best-in-class and unforgettable experience for participants running down the iconic Las Vegas Strip at night. With a distance for everyone, including half marathon, 10K as the world’s largest running party will once again invite runners, athletes, tourists, locals, and party enthusiasts from around the world to take to the street. Participants will pass by iconic sights including the ‘Welcome to Las Vegas’ sign, Downtown Las Vegas, the fountains of Bellagio and finishing mid-Strip.
The weekend of events will welcome more than 27,000 registered participants of all levels for a combination of music, running and everything Southern Nevada has to offer.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon & 10K Schedule of Events:
Sunday, Feb. 25
- 12:00 p.m. (PST) – lululemon Yoga on the Strip presented by Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas
- 2 p.m. (PST) – Start Village Opens/ Runners Arrive – Toshiba Plaza at T-Mobile Arena
- 4:30 p.m. (PST)– 10K and Half Marathon Start
For more information on the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series, please visit www.runrocknroll.com. Media may contact press@runrocknroll.com or mandi@mmgnv.com for inquires on the 2024 Rock ‘n’ Roll Vegas 5K.
Pre-sale registration for all distances of the 2025 edition of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas is now open online through March 4, 2024 by visiting, www.stripatnight.com or by visiting the Rock ‘n’ Roll Health & Fitness Expo presented by Resorts World. Special pre-sale pricing will be at the lowest price of the year, at $99 for the Half Marathon, $89 for the 10K and $59 for the 5K.
To learn more about Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas, please visit www.stripatnight.com.
###
** Terms and Conditions: Footage and photography is provided courtesy of The IRONMAN Group for news and editorial coverage within 48 hours of the event and is not to be archived. Media may use up to a total of two minutes of video. The B-Roll packages are not provided for the intent of posting the footage in its entirety. Any commercial use or other use of the footage and or photos is strictly prohibited unless a separate written license is obtained from and signed by an authorized representative of The IRONMAN Group. Additional terms and conditions can be found here. Usage of materials constitutes acceptance of terms. **
About Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series
Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series’ simple idea of making running fun has transformed both the U.S. and global running landscape by infusing the course with live bands, cheer teams, and entertaining water stations, creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. Focused on running, music and community, race weekends kick off with a free Health & Fitness Expo showcasing the latest in running gear, sports apparel, health and nutritional information and much more. Events culminate with an Encore Entertainment experience featuring eclectic musical artists from a variety of genres. With a goal of helping participants find the Beat in Their Feet
, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series has also featured some of the biggest names in music, with past performances including the likes of Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, O.A.R., Aloe Blacc, Pitbull, Flo Rida, The Band Perry, Fitz and the Tantrums, the Goo Goo Dolls, Bret Michaels, Kesha, The Revivalists, Hunter Hayes, Capital Cities, and Matt Nathanson. Further information about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series can be found online at www.RunRocknRoll.com and follow @RunRocknRoll on all social platforms.
About The IRONMAN Group
The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150 Triathlon Series, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series, IRONKIDS®, World Triathlon Championship Series, premier running events including the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon and City2Surf®, UTMB® World Series trail-running events including the Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB®, Tarawera Ultra by UTMB® and Ultra-Trail Australia by UTMB®, Epic Series mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic®, road cycling events, and other multisport races. The IRONMAN Group is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world and provides more than a million participants annually the benefits of endurance sports through the company’s vast offerings. Catering to the full athlete experience, the company portfolio also includes FulGaz® virtual cycling, the most realistic indoor riding experience connected fitness application aimed at preparing athletes for real-world events. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. Beginning as a single race, The IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events across 55+ countries. The IRONMAN Group is owned by Advance, a private, family-owned business, and Orkila Capital, a growth equity firm focused on building great brands. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.
About Advance
Advance is a private, family-held business that owns and invests in companies across media, entertainment, technology, communications, education and other promising growth sectors. Our mission is to build the value of our companies over the long-term by fostering growth and innovation. Advance’s portfolio includes Condé Nast, Advance Local, Stage Entertainment, The IRONMAN Group, American City Business Journals, Leaders Group, Turnitin, and Pop. Together these operating companies employ more than 17,000 people in 29 countries. Advance is also among the largest shareholders in Charter Communications, Warner Bros. Discovery and Reddit. For more information visit www.advance.com.
The post Rock ‘N’ Roll Running Series Las Vegas Participants Kick Off World’s Largest Running Party in Downtown Las Vegas On Saturday Night at Rock ‘N’ Roll Running Series 5k appeared first on Endurance Sportswire.