This is a fun non-competitive themed 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk that anyone can participate in and…read morehave a good time. The Color Run is social media friendly af.. The 2020 event was very well organized.. Starting Line: They play upbeat music and the emcee is high energy to keep you hype until you're released on the course. They were throwing out free tshirts in the corral to people who were dancing away. lol The group funnels into the starting area and they release the participants in waves so the color stations don't get congested. Smart Color Stations: You get a white color run shirt to wear on race day. you run through the 4 color stations where the volunteers douse you with colored powder. Blue, yellow, green and Pink were the colors this race. The powder kind of smells like cotton candy to me but please don't try eating it. FYI. the powder washed off easily in the wash. =) Bonus Foam Station: There's a foam station you run through that was a blast. Your shoes get kinda soggy but you can get some cool pic opps in there for sure. Finish Line: The energy continues as a DJ has everyone dancing and they're throwing more powder out into the crowd for a fun dance floor. There's more props for more social media moments, a Color Run store to buy more gear and vendors setup with booths for samples. Overall, this is a great run to do while drinking with your friends on the course. Think of it as a moving colorful party on a Saturday morning. The race crew vibe is energetic, happy and so are the runners. See you at the next one! =)

I participated in the 2014 Color Run and declined to do the 2015 run because the price was ridic…read more Even on Livingsocial and Groupon, the going rate was $45! The 2014 packet included a t-shirt, temporary tattoo, sweatband, bag, and a packet of color to use as you saw fit. BTW it was a lot cheaper last year ($25). The course was held in Downtown Fremont and drew a huge amount of people. They had to release runners in waves every 5 minutes or so. Needless to day, I didn't start the race on time because I was stuck among the crowds for 20+ minutes. There were points during the race where volunteers powdered you with color. The color is basically dyed cornstarch, so it's safe, although you're likely to have colorful boogers for the next few days!! Color Runs have become massively popular in the 5k fun run arena. Yes, they're pretty fun but after doing 5+ different variations on Color Runs they start to get a little old. PRO TIP: This a run for casual runners. Also, tutus are a hit here. YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2015: #83

PROS: + Gorgeous views for all runs!…read more+ Options for half marathon, 10K, or 5K distance + Professional timing (Fusion) and photos (Endurance) + Stylish tee and snazzy finishers medal + Light breakfast at finish line (bagels, trail mix, bananas) CONS - Vague directions, no posted signage: next time, even just a logo sign with an arrow indicating which exit to take and how far down to go to the meeting point would be appreciated. Even going just one exit too far takes you all the way to Arizona. - Parking was a disaster with one person pointing where to turn in to a field with gravel and shrubs but no one directing cars to actual rows/spaces. Hopefully no one got a flat. - Considering the price of the race itself was ($45) I was annoyed to also have to pay $10 entry fee to the park, cash only (but they did mention this ahead of time). - Disliked how the course started with an immediate incline, and ended with us facing directly into the sun (downside to an out-and-back route). Not ideal for the finish-line photos, either. Despite the drawbacks (mostly related to the location), I would participate in this event again. Hopefully some of these simple organization strategies could be implemented to make it a more enjoyable time for all. As a personal pet peeve, I would do away with allowing strollers on the run. I saw two fanatical stroller parents almost mowing people down, and others having to stop repeatedly forcing traffic to go around them.

The Sprinkler Spring 5k is organized by a local running organization called Downtown Runners. I've…read moreparticipated in the Sprinkler Sprint twice (in 2014 and 2013). The race was previously held in the sweltering summer month of June, but it looks like it will be held in August this year. Last year I purchased a Groupon for $25 to register for the event. Registration included a "swag bag". This fun 5k is dubbed the Sprinkler Sprint because the course features literal sprinklers, water guns, and other watery escapades that drench runners along the way. I was actually really grateful for being pegged by water guns because it provided sweet relief from the heat. At one point in the race there was a fire truck gushing water out so participants could run through it. The finale was the water slide at the finish line. I would definitely participate in the Sprinkler Sprint 5k again. The race isn't timed - it's just for fun! YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2015: #150

Held in early December I visited this event in 2007 as a spectator to cheer on a friend who was…read morerunning in her first half marathon. I ran in the full marathon in 2005 when it was reintroduced with its current course which runs up Las Vegas Boulevard or "the Strip" and runs through Fremont Street and all of its older casino hotels and the Fremont Street Experience. The race starts and ends at the beautiful Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, but from the moment you are let off from the early morning monorail service it is a confusing maze through the Mandalay Bay convention area just to get to the race assembly area. The signs are not very noticeable and very confusing, and basically you'll end up following a crowd just hoping to end up in the correct location. Once you arrive outside in the bitter cold darkness you are left wondering where to drop off your sweats and which direction to go to get to the start line. It seems only the actual start line is well lit so you'll have to head in that direction in anticipation of the 6 AM start. The actual start of the race is magnificent by marathon standards as the sky is lit up with a dramatic, lengthy fireworks show. Thousands of spectators gather in the Mandalay Bay parking lot and along the Las Vegas Strip to cheer on your every step. The first 5 and a half miles are run along the Strip and miles 5.5 to roughly 6.8 takes you through the Fremont Street Experience. As you exit the Fremont Street Experience you'll come across a timing mat at 7 miles, and unbeknownst to the participant that will be the last time you'll see civilization as the next 16.5 miles are run through desert communities and residential areas where you'll see only a handful of friendly neighbors willing to come out of their warm homes to encourage you to keep running. The general feeling I got was that most residents were pretty irate with having thousands of runners interrupt their Sunday mornings by tossing trash on their streets and forcing them to wait in traffic. At 23.5 miles you'll reach Frank Sinatra Drive. Hopefully by this time the temperatures will have warmed a bit as the tall Mandalay Bay Resort signage becomes visible telling you the finish line is near. Crowd support is pretty spotty until you get back to the 26 mile mark. In 2005 we started the race in low 40 F temperatures and ended the race in warm mid 70 F temperatures. With the exception of the first 7 miles the overall course is not very scenic and actually quite boring. My suggestion would be to just skip the full marathon and participate in the half marathon instead as that race goes out along the Las Vegas Strip, turns around at the Fremont Street Experience and returns to the finish line via roads that run parallel to the Strip. The course support in terms of fluid replacement (water & Gatorade) is exceptional with stations at nearly every mile, and there is plenty of medical support and law enforcement along the course. The finishers' medal in 2005 was quite unique as the center of the medal actually spun on a center axis. Real Las Vegas showgirls and Elvis impersonators stand ready at the finish area and at the race expo to pose with you for a unique Vegas-only photo. Will I return to run in this event? Probably not for the full marathon, but I'll definitely be back to participate in the half marathon.

I've been meaning to write a review for this marathon for awhile, but now as i'm ready to taper for…read morethe chicago marathon in October, it reminds me of my experience with this race last year. I ran the half, and was pretty nervous as my flight was delayed so i didn't get into vegas until waaaaay late friday night...also i started to doubt my training and wondered if i had done enough (normal pre-race jitters i think). Then, once i landed in vegas and got to my parents' house, i started to relax and realized i'd be fine. The race was actually nice and cold (40's at the start, just perfect). There was a fireworks display to start as well as a bunch of running elvis impersonators ...i caught up with the karaoke machine and got to singalong with them, how many races can you say you did that? Blue man group was around mile 3.5, so that was cool. Also, since the race starts at 6am you get a strange mix of fans watching and people just getting out of the clubs. I must say, running past Pure and Jet I was very distracted...so many nice looking ladies =) Then once you pass the strip into the older parts of vegas you get to some strip clubs, where drunken frat packs stumble out of the clubs and happen onto the race and cheer you on ("Run Forrest Run! i must've heard 5 times, quite clever). The race was pretty boring after passing downtown vegas, as we run Frank Sinatra Dr. past all the hotel parking garages for the last part...i think the crowd support is needed the most back here, so if you come out to watch...head to the back of the hotels. I saw my parents at harrah's holding up signs cheering me on around mile 3, so once i saw them i knew i'd be ok =). Overall the race was fine, and i'm planning on doing the half again this year. There is also an after party at Tao where all the runners can get together and talk about their blackened toenails and sore muscles. I think the best part, though, is after the race you are ready to eat a house and there are so many buffets to choose from...i chose the paris buffet brunch and then in-n-out last year (best decision i made, i ate two double-double meals). I think this race will get bigger as it ages.

The XTERRA West Championship is a two day event revolving around triathlons and cross country trail…read moreruns ranging from a 5k to a 21k held at Lake Las Vegas. I only participate in the 5k races held on Sundays and leave the triathlons and longer runs for the heavy hitters. The XTERRA 5k is the single most arduous 3.1 mile run I've ever ran in Las Vegas. The course is on a rocky and sandy terrain featuring monstrous hills, and so isn't for the faint of heart. Do not attempt to take a stroller on this trek! I love XTERRA because the scenery is beautiful, and the course is challenging. Plus the event is always well organized and starts on time. Finishers are treated to a personalized race card with all your running stats (overall place, division, time, etc.) and the best spread of treats I've encountered at a 5k. I'm talking bagels, cream cheese, fruit, animal crackers, water, Gatorade, brownies....you get the idea. I've participated in the XTERRA 3 times. Each time the course has been different, which makes it new and exciting every time! Groupon offers an amazing deal for this 5k - it's only $15 for registration, which includes a high tech running shirt. If you're a runner, you'd be missing out by not participating in the annual XTERRA run! YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2015: #71

This is the second time that I've done the PJ 5k and 1-Mile Walk. It is so much fun!…read more November 14 at 4:30 P.M was the race day and time. You could also do the packet pick-up on Friday, November 13th at the GameWorks, which is what my family did. There is a pre-show prior to the race when pre-registration packet pickup starts at 3:00 P.M. At this year's event, there were local mascots and the UNLV cheerleaders. The Race is held yearly at the Motor Speedway. There was several thousands of participants this year. You can register for the race online at the Speedway Charities website. All participants receive a Race Bib and light snacks and beverages. Everyone receives a finisher's medal when they cross the Finish Line! There are raffle prizes as well. All donations will support local children with educational, social, medical and financial needs to help them lead better lives. If you have done the drive thru of the glittering lights, running through the glittering lights is a completely different experience. My daughter and I ended up stopping multiple times to take pictures through-out the race. There are several water stations during the run, pretty much at every mile. The view of Las Vegas is phenomenal and the glittering lights are stunning!

I did this for the second time and it was just as much fun as the first. I will admit, the lights…read moredon't change much so it was mostly the same stuff, BUT the race was well organized and still lots of fun. This year they had packet pickup at Gameworks in Town Square which was SO MUCH EASIER considering I live in Henderson. I hope they do the packet pickup at another central location again (I won't complain if it's Gameworks again). Getting the packet early meant I could just show up at the race close to the start time. And I learned my lesson last year - I did not arrive too early. I also made sure not to overdress. All I had was a long sleeve shirt on and that was fine. It is cold in the beginning, but once you get moving you're glad you don't have that extra bulk. Look forward to doing this again next year. I love seeing all the outfits and it's totally worth it to dress up! Refer to my review last year for more info.

Such a cool event! We live right in front of Sam Boyd…read moreStadium and for many years have always just disregarded what goes on there! I guess this year my little one is old enough to ask and say "Mommy I wanna see those big monster trucks!" I couldn't say 'no', it's really hard to miss all the traffic flow, fireworks, and loud music that goes along these events. The stadium set up was small, I thought we got higher seats but we were actually pretty up close! Clear sight and great view of the designs on all the trucks and the dirt obstacle course that had hills, turns, little pond, and fire. It's a 3-day event, we decided to go Friday - kind of a mistake on our part because we didn't really know how the event really is. Friday is just the racing part. Saturday and Sunday is when they freestyle and destroy the trucks, which is obviously more exciting! The racing competition wasn't bad though. Tons of these big, cool/funny themed trucks race for the championship. One truck flipped over and it got the crowd (including us) off of our seats! Then during the finale a bigger truck flipped over another truck, fireworks and great music included! Next time we know to go either Saturday and Sunday to really see the trucks get destroyed, after all that's were all the excitement is! I think only thing that made me choose Friday over the weekend is because there was a $70 difference on the tickets, which is a lot for one ticket. Not sure how much parking is for the event but I would say get there early, there's parking available at the actual stadium parking lot, there are tons of dirt lots around and then there's also a big soccer park that ton's of people also park at. Grave Digger, I believe is the all time favorite, he's won ton's of championship. Son of a Digger (clever), and you guest it.. Grave Digger's son.. beat his dad this year and was named the champion for 2017.

Was here for the World Wide Walk Saturday 2/15/14 in support of raising money for those affected by…read moreTyphoon Haiyan in the Philippines. This was organized by the Church of Christ (Iglesia Ni Cristo). This event was in effect simultaneously all throughout the world at different locales. Using the theme, "We Walk So They Can Stand", more than a thousand people attended this event and total worldwide I think it exceeded over 500,000 setting a new Guinness Book World Record. The facilities here excellent for they are well maintained. I like the fact that just the parking lot alone there are plenty of spaces to park. They do a good job of keeping the place clean and the grass is always green. Shout outs go to the good folks at UNLV for allowing us to conduct this event. You sure helped us make a difference in people's lives that needed support halfway around the world. I highly recommend any companies or groups in using this facility for any of their functions. Yelp 2014 365 Review Challenge #48

First of all I just wanted to say thank you to UNLV for hosting the NCAA camp again this year…read more These fields are maintained very well and the facilities here are nice. The kids always enjoy their time here at UNLV. The turf gets hot but the heat is well worth the skills the kids learn here. The practice fields are located in a nice spot where you can go and watch from the fence line while hanging out in your air conditioned car if your a hardcore fan. They have a lot of room to work with here and that makes the environment football friendly.