Race Day FAQ

▶ What’s the Inferno Midway?

Hero Rush is all about the Hero, so bring your friends and family and they can be a Hero too! On the Inferno Midway, everyone can practice their firefighter skills on more fiery obstacles (14 and older only), live demonstrations and experiences, and great kid’s course options! There’s also cool music all day, food and drinks, awesome firematic merch and lots to see and do – it’s a full Hero Experience!

▶ What are the Rules of the Rush?

Race Rules:
  • All race participants must have a Hero Rush bib pinned to the front of their clothing to start the race.
  • Alcohol may not be consumed prior to running the race.
  • Rushers must line up 10 minutes prior to wave time, and you must run the wave you selected at registration.
  • You may skip an obstacle if it’s too tough, but you will not be eligible for Rush Awards.
  • To run the Hero Rush, participants must be 14 years of age or older by race day.
  • Kids 7-13 may run the Junior Heroes Firefighter Adventure Course, a half-mile course with smaller obstacles. Kids 4-6 may run the Mini Heroes Firefighter Adventure Course.
  • All Hero Rush runners, Kid’s Adventure Course runners, and spectators must sign a waiver form to enter the event. Anyone under 18 who wishes to participate in the Inferno Midway challenges must have a waiver form completed by a parent or guardian.
General Rules:
  • No alcohol may be consumed by anyone under the age of 21. No alcohol may be consumed by anyone prior to running Hero Rush.
  • No pets or children under 14 years old are allowed on the Hero Rush course.
  • Everyone 14 years or older must register for the Hero Rush or purchase a spectator pass to enter the event.
  • Children under 14 may enter for free; however, there is a fee to participate in the Junior Heroes Firefighter Adventure Course for kids age 7-14, and a donation is suggested for kids 4-6 to run the Mini Heroes Firefighter Adventure Course.  Anyone under 18 who wishes to participate in the Junior or Mini Kid’s Adventure Course or any Inferno Midway challenges must have a waiver form completed by a parent or guardian.
  • By attending this event, you acknowledge that any photos or videos taken of you or your children may be used publicly for promotional or other purposes on websites, social media, print materials, television or other media.
  • Participants and spectators must follow any direction given by race staff, volunteers or public safety personnel, or they will be removed from the event.
  • Do not drink and drive.

▶ What should I bring (or not bring) to Hero Rush?

What to Bring:
  • Photo ID (You can’t Rush without it!)
  • Cash for parking, food, drinks and cool merchandise. Registered runners and spectators get $5 in Hero Dinero. ATMs will be available inside the event.
  • Appropriate footwear
  • Towel/change of clothing (So you can dry off and enjoy the Inferno Midway!)
  • Lawn chair/blanket
  • Your Most Heroic Self
Gear Check and rinse-off/changing facilities will be available onsite. What Not to Bring:
  • No weapons.
  • No drugs.
  • No coolers.
  • No outside alcohol, food or beverages.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the event.

▶ What should I bring on Race Day?

Be sure to bring:

  • Photo ID (You can’t Rush without it!)
  • Cash for parking, food, drinks and cool merchandise. Registered runners and spectators get $5 in Hero Dinero. ATMs will be available inside the event.
  • Your signed waiver - or be ready to sign it onsite
  • Appropriate footwear
  • Towel/change of clothing (So you can dry off and enjoy the Inferno Midway!)
  • Lawn chair/blanket
  • Your Most Heroic Self

▶ What time should I get there?

Plan to arrive at least one hour before your start time so you can park, get your bib and timing chip, and get to the Firehouse Starting Line!

▶ What should I wear?

Wear comfortable clothing that A. you don’t mind getting dirty, wet and potentially soot-stained and that B. inspires you! If you’re Fire/EMS, wear your department shirt. If you’re military, wear your unit shirt. If you’re a dancer, wear your tutu. If you’re a pilot, wear your inflatable plane life preserver.  Whatever makes you feel like a Hero!

If you want to wear a costume – be creative!  The most heroic (or just plain most awesome) costumes will win a prize!

No matter what’s on your bod, we recommend solid running shoes or other sturdy, appropriate footwear on your feet.

▶ Is there a place to check bags?

Yes, complimentary bag check will be available onsite, and donations to a local charity will be encouraged.

▶ Can someone else pick up my packet?

Yes, but they must present a waiver signed by you. Waivers are available for download on each event page and were emailed to you with your registration confirmation.

▶ Do you cancel the event if the weather is bad?

Firefighters show up in the rain and the snow, no matter how hot or cold – and so will you! You should be ready to run if it’s hot, if it’s cold, if it’s raining, etc.!

Firefighters also show up in hurricanes, tornadoes and blizzards, but here we might be a little more lenient. If we must reschedule an event due to extreme and uncontrollable weather conditions which would make the event unsafe, we will announce via email, social media and our website as soon as possible.

 

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