Health and Fitness Expo

Cobo Center, Macomb Hall

One Washington Boulevard Detroit, MI 48226 Our FREE Health and Fitness Expo has something for everyone. We're expecting over 70 exhibitors this year, including marathon sponsors and vendors. They will be showing the latest designs in running gear and offering information on fitness, training, equipment and nutrition. Bargains on anything to do with running, along with product samples from food to foot powder, make the Health and Fitness Expo a “must see” event. There’s also a special Youth Program on Saturday. Never mind that race participants are required to attend the expo to pick up their materials. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, and offering a variety of options to make your visit more enjoyable. Plan on spending a few hours - the expo is full of things to see, learn, and buy whether you’re signed up for the big race or not.

Hours:
• Friday, October 16, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
• Saturday, October 17, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Saturday, October 17, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Youth Expo

Health & Fitness Expo Location/Directions/Parking:
We will hold our expo at Cobo Center, Detroit's premier conference and exhibition center. Cobo Center is an easy 10 minute walk from the host hotel, and is located at One Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226. There is plenty of parking available in and around Cobo Center. Map Cobo Center/Get Directions

If you choose to park in outlying areas or you don't care to walk from the host hotel, you may choose to ride the Detroit People Mover (DPM) . The DPM is Detroit's monorail, which loops the downtown area. Get off at the Cobo Center station, which is right inside the facility. Take the escalators or elevators down to the expo on Level I.

Interested in Exhibiting?
Click here for more information if you are interested in exhibiting at this year's Health and Fitness Expo.

Race Registration
Registration for all events (except the 5-person team relays) will be available at the Health and Fitness Expo if those events have not reached capacity. In order to register at the Health and Fitness Expo, you must come prepared to meet with the Bureau of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection. A valid form of proof of identity and citizenship is required. For the majority of participants (U.S. and Canadian citizens over 18 years of age), this means either a passport or BOTH a driver’s license AND birth certificate issued by a federal, state, provincial or municipal authority. U.S. and Canadian citizen children aged 18 and under will be expected to present a government-issued birth certificate. For additional acceptable documentation click here.
THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE FOR ANY EVENT

IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED FOR A RACE:

1. You must have your RACE NUMBER to pick up your packet.
2. Numbers are on the boards as you enter the pickup area, listed alphabetically by last name.  If you cannot find your number, go to the Problems/Solutions table.
3. Proceed to the Number Pick-up Area for your event (marathon, half, 5K)
4. Then go to the T-shirt/goodie bag section.
5. You have completed the pickup process.  Enjoy the Expo and have a great race!

Race Number Pick Up Location and Times: Marathon, Half Marathon, Team Relays
Race Number Pick Up for these events will be held at the Health and Fitness Expo in the Macomb Hall at Cobo Center.

What You’ll Need To Pick Up Your Number
Make sure to bring your confirmation email or postcard. If lost or forgotten, we will supply an alphabetical listing for you to look up your number.

These are international events - you will be crossing international borders. Therefore, we must adhere to all federal laws governing entry and exit to foreign countries. In order to maintain the privilege of crossing borders, all participants must show up in person and provide proof of identity and citizenship in order to receive your race number and packet. For the majority of participants (U.S. and Canadian citizens over 18 years of age), this means either a passport or BOTH a driver’s license AND birth certificate issued by a federal, state, provincial or municipal authority. For additional acceptable documentation click here.There are no exceptions. Please make certain your travel arrangements include ample time to make it to the expo. NO PACKET PICKUP ON RACE DAY - NO EXCEPTIONS

Nuclear (Radiation) Medicine Procedure:

If you are participating in the Marathon, the Half Marathon, the Half Marathon Walk or the 5-Person Relay (on the international leg only), and you have had a Nuclear (Radiation) Medicine Procedure Recently:

Please identify yourself to our volunteers when you pick up your number. If you are unsure, please ask and we will seek the opinion of CBP officers!

CBP employs a wide array of Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) technology to serve as a force multiplier and to complement the work of CBP officers in guarding America. These technologies serve a vital function in day-to-day vehicles, trucks, cargo containers and baggage, at our borders and ports of entry. The Radiation Portal Monitor is a detection device that provides CBP with a passive, non-intrusive means to screen conveyances for radiation emanating from various sources, including natural sources and isotopes commonly used in medicine and industry. If any participants in the marathon have recently had medical procedures completed, there is a chance that they may trigger the portal alarms.

Race Number Pick Up Location and Times: 5K Fun Run & Kids'5K
Race Number Pick Up for these events will be held at the Health and Fitness Expo in the Macomb Hall at Cobo Center.

Race Number Pick Up for these two events (only) will also be available on Sunday, October 18 from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. at the start area.

You must bring proper proof of identity to receive your race number. For most participants, this means a driver’s license. All identification documents must have a photo, name and date of birth. If 17 years or under, a parent/guardian may pick up the child’s race number.

Updates will be made soon.