Race FAQs - Sea Island Half Marathon Information

Where is the race?: The race will be held at The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.

Can I change my race distance?: Yes, you may change your race distance on our website here, until Friday, May 3rd at midnight. After that, you must change your race distance in person at packet pick-up. Please note: If you do not change your race distance either online or in person with a Resort Races Collection staff member prior to the race start, you will be disqualified from the event.

Can I get a refund?: Refunds will not be issued for any reason. You may change your race distance, up until Friday, May 3 at midnight. After that, you must change your race distance in person at packet pick-up or on race morning. Please note: If you do not change your race distance either online or in person with a Resort Races Collection staff member prior to the race start, you will be disqualified from the event.

Can I defer my race to next year?: Yes. However, if you reserved a hotel through the resort we recommend checking with the resort to ensure you can get refunded for your room(s). To defer your race to Greenbrier 2020, click here. Please note that the deferral process will be a $30 non-refundable charge.

Is there parking for non-guests and spectators?: There is ample parking available for non-resort participants and spectators at the Train Lot, located off Route60. Enter 315 W Main St, White Sulphur Springs, WV 24986 into your GPS device and follow signs for runner parking. From the Train Lot, participants will take a shuttle to the start line area.

How do I become a pacer?: We are accepting pacers for The vineyard vines Greenbrier Half Marathon. If you want to be a pacer for The vineyard vines Greenbrier Half Marathon you can register, here. We want a great group of volunteers to be pacers for the half marathon. We plan to offer the following pace groups: 1:45 | 2:00 | 2:15 | 2:30 | 2:45 | 3:00 | 3:15 | 3:30

How many participants are allowed in each event?: The race is limited to the first 1,000 participants, regardless of distance.

Will there be shirts for participants?: Yes! All participants will receive a vineyard vines Participant Performance Tee.

Will there be medals for participants?: Yes, all finishers will receive a beautiful finisher medal!

Weather/Cancellation Policy: We will do all we can to make sure the vineyard vines Greenbrier Half Marathon, 10K and 5K are produced as planned, but runner safety is always our top priority. If we have to cancel the race because of weather or circumstances outside our control, refunds will not be issued.

Will there be professional photographers and photos for purchase?: Yes! Professional photographers will be on site for the race and will provide photos for purchase.

Is there a time limit?: Yes. All participants must complete their race distance by 11:00am.

Will there be awards?: Awards will be given to male and female overall and first place age group winners based on chip time. Overall awards for the 5K will be presented at 8:30am, overall awards for 10K will be presented at 9:30am, and overall awards for the half marathon will be presented at 10:30am. All First Place age group awards for the half marathon, 10k and 5k may be claimed at the Customer Service tent following each award presentation. Winners must be present to receive their prize; awards will not be mailed out.Age groups are as follows: 19 & under; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-up.

When is packet pick-up?

Packet pick-up will be conveniently at the times and locations below.

Friday, May 10: 2:00pm – 7:00pm in the Garden Room in the Upper Lobby of The Greenbrier Resort
Saturday, May 11 (Race Day): 5:30am – 6:30am outside the Golf Club near the start line.

Can I pick up someone else’s packet?: If you have a picture of their photo ID, yes you can. A picture on your phone works as well!

Where can I find the results?: Results and photos will be posted in real time here on our website! You can also view the results after you finish at the Results Table at the Champagne Brunch.

Can I update my results?: Results and photos will be posted in real time here on our website! If there is a problem with your time due to something out of your control please feel out this form here. The Capstone team and our timing company will review your request and get back to you as soon as possible.

Can I wear headphones?: It is unsafe to wear headphones while running. Event organizers will not restrict headphone use and leave it up to the athlete on his/ her ability to follow direction while wearing headphone devices. If you do choose to wear headphones please keep the volume level down so you are able to hear and follow the direction of course volunteers. We have a unique course where you MUST listen to volunteers.

Can someone else run in my place?: No, you are not allowed to transfer bib numbers.

Can I register on race day?: Yes, you will be able to register on race day AND at packet pick-up, as well as online up until one hour prior to the race – though you must pick up your bib in time to race! Please note if participant limits have been reached, then packet pick-up and race day registration will not be available.

Are walkers allowed in the race?: Yes, however, you must meet the requirements of the completing the race in four hours or less (any distance).

Are baby joggers, strollers or pets allowed during the race?: No. This is to ensure runner safety and comply with liability insurance policies.