FAQ
General
- What is Dawn to Dusk Marathon?
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Dawn to Dusk event for the sake of clarity can be divided into four different categories namely:
1. Running Event: Runners above the age of 18 years can run the following distances:
42.19 Km / 21.1 Km / 10 Km / 5 Km2. Kids Run: Runners below the age of 18 years can run the following distances:
i. 2 Kms / 1 Km / 500 mts – Children below 8 years
ii. 2 Kms / 3 Kms / 5 Kms / 10 Kms – Children above 8 years and below 18 years3. Cycling Category: Cyclists will pedal from IIT, Chennai upto to Radisson Blu hotel at GST Road, Chennai for the following distances:
25 Kms / 50 Kms / 75 Kms / 100 Kms / 100 Kms plus4. Music concert at Radisson Blu, St. Thomas Mount, Chennai: A special evening performance by the well-known Mr. Anil Srinivasan – Pianist, Ms. Saindhavi – Singer, Mr. Navin Aiyer – Flutist supported by visual illustrations done by Mr. Biswajit Balasubramaniam – Cartoonist on 5th January 2014, Sunday @ 7.15 p.m. The artists have also come forward to perform this event and raise funds for the God’s own children with no fee.
This event is fully sponsored by Radisson Blu Hotel GRT, St.Thomas Mount in support of the Dawn to Dusk event to raise funds for God’s own children. Donor passes will be sold for the sit-down Black-tie dinner to raise funds.
- Who are the Organizers for these different Events?
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Running event is organised by runners from different running groups in Chennai (Chennai Runners, Cool Runners, Dream Runners). An event for the runners by the runners.
Cycling event is organised by the Tamil Nadu Cycling Club
Kids run is organised by Chennai Trekking Club
- What is the purpose of this Event?
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Dawn to Dusk Marathon is conceptualized and organised with two major objectives:-
Firstly, this event is a fundraiser for various good causes and like the 2013 edition this year also the funds generated shall be provided to build a corpus and help to pay the therapists in aid of cerebral palsied children at Bal Sanjeevani;
Secondly, to provide a platform for runners to kindle their passion for running and cycling, meet like-minded persons and lead a healthy lifestyle.KIDS RUN:
All runners less than 18 years of age shall be represented by their Parent or Guardian and only on obtaining written consent of their respective Parent or Guardian, they will be permitted to participate in the running and cycling events.
Registration
- How do I register?
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You can register online through the following:
Running – http://eventjini.com/d2drunning2014″>http://eventjini.com/d2drunning2014
Kids run under 8 years – http://eventjini.com/d2drunning2014/Kids-Run-Under-8
Kids run above 8 years to 18 years – http://eventjini.com/d2drunning2014/Kids-Run-Above-8
Cycling – http://eventjini.com/d2dcycling2014
For more information about the event – http://nevilleendeavours.com/running-register
- Last date for registrations:
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Registrations will close on 22.12.2013 for cycling, running and Kids Run.
- What is the registration fee?
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The event registration fee, for running is Rs. 550 , Cycling it is Rs. 550 & Kids run Rs.350.
- Will the Registration Fee be refunded?
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The Race fee is non-refundable.
- Dawn to Dusk T-shirts?
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Dawn to Dusk is also bringing out dry-fit T-shirt for Adults and Kids which is included in your registration fee.
Sport the ‘Dawn to Dusk’ official T-shirt and display your support for the children affected by cerebral palsy”;
“There can’t be a better way of exhibiting your support than sporting “Dawn to Dusk” T-shirt on the event day.”
- Where is the Running Track?
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Running will happen within the premises of IIT, Chennai. Loops within the campus will be made for running. More details will be provided closer to the event date.
Event
- What is the Start time for the Running Events (Adults and Kids Runs)?
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The running will be flagged off sharply at 8.30 a.m and runners are required to assemble at 8 a.m.
Kids run will be followed immediately by the Adults Run.
- Will there be refreshment points, medical, physio and emergency support?
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Yes. Will be made available in sufficient numbers.
- Where is the Cycling Track?
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Cycling will be flagged off at IIT Chennai and it will go upto Mahabalipuram u turn back to Radisson Blu Hotel GRT, St.Thomas Mount. Route for the cycling event will be provided closer to the event by the organizers.
- Will BIB’s and Timing chips provided?
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BIB’s will be provided and timing chips will NOT be provided for this event.
- Will there be a baggage counter to store my bags / items
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A baggage storage counter will be operative during the official course of the event at IIT. However, it is advisable to keep all your valuables at your home or in your vehicle. Organizers shall not be responsible for loss of any items.
- Medals / Finishers certificates / Prizes
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Every finisher will get a finisher medal at the finish line and e-certificates shall be provided for adults.
Kids will be provided with a hard copy of the certificate and a finisher medal at the venue.
No cash Prize for participants who finish in the top positions of their respective category.
- Dinamalar – 23rd March 2021
- Times of India – 11th April 2021
- Car / Two Wheeler / Cycle Parking:
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Provision for Car, two-wheeler and cycle parking will be made available at IIT campus.
- Will there be restrooms at the Running venue?
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Apart from the restrooms available in the IIT campus the organizers will arrange for few mobile restrooms for Adults and children.
- Can I bring any spectators or family members for the Event?
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Yes. They can remain in the Start/Finish Area to cheer the runners.
- Are spot registrations available?
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We have a maximum head count of registrations if it exceeds before the last date (22.12.2013) we may not entertain spot registrations. If it does not exceed, spot registrations will be made available.
Pre-Event
- Can I Transfer my Registration / BIB’s?
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NO transfer of Registration / BIB’s shall be entertained by the Organizers. The registration is non-transferable.
- Can I Change my Category of Run?
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Change of category from Full marathon to half marathon and half marathon to full marathon is possible upon prior intimation to the Organizers.
- Where can I get the running course map?
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The running course map will be shared to the registered participants through mail.
Contact
- For more information on Running Registration please contact:
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- For more information on Kids Run Registration please contact:
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- For more information on Cycling Registration please contact:
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- For more information on Radisson Blu Night please contact:
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