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Flying Pig Marathon Kicks Off in Cincinnati With Early Start and Road Closures

An influx of out-of-town runners is expected to add about $15 million to local earnings.

Overview

  • The half and full marathons start at 6:30 a.m., with rolling road closures expected into early afternoon.
  • Organizers say runners from all 50 states and roughly 30 countries make up a field in the tens of thousands.
  • WLWT is airing live coverage and has posted a spectator guide with parking tips and a road-closure map.
  • A Center for Research and Data estimate ties out-of-town attendance to about $15 million in earnings for local residents.
  • Shops and restaurants around The Banks and the race expo report brisk business as travelers fly in for race weekend.