Your 2023 FCC3 Race Guide

Monday, Sep 25, 2023

Thank you for registering for the 2023 FCC3, presented by Medpace! The race will start at 6 p.m. this Saturday, September 30th. The FC Cincinnati vs Toronto game starts at 7:30pm. Here are some important reminders:

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up for the FCC3 will take place on the 3rd Floor of the Pig Works offices located at 644 Linn St, Cincinnati, OH 45203. Parking is free and available in the surface lots surrounding the building.

Thursday, September 28th - 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Friday, September 29th - 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

RACE DAY - Saturday, September 30th (beginning at 4 p.m.)

Race day packet pickup will be at The Banks on E. Theodore Berry Way across from The Filson. If you plan to pick up on-site, please allow extra time to pick up your packet before the race starts and have your photo ID ready to help expedite the process.

Can you pick up a packet for your friend, spouse or running buddy?

Yes! Please have a copy of their ID handy – printouts or a photo on your phone is sufficient.

Race Day Parking

Race day parking will be available, at cost, in the following garages/lots:

Lot 1 – flat $5 rate. Please note this lot is gateless and uses cameras to enforce payment. Follow posted instructions to enter your license plate number and pay via credit card
Lot E - $15 after 5pm. Please be prepared to pay with credit card
CRG – entrances on Mehring under the Brady Music Center, Pete Rose West, and Race Street will be $15 starting at 5pm. All other entrances will be following regular posted rates.

Please note, there will be heavier traffic downtown with other events happening in the area. Give yourself enough time to park, walk to the start line, and complete any other pre-race rituals.

Gear Check

Bring a change of clothes on race day, and we'll keep an eye on it during the race. Gear check will be located in the yellow First Student school buses on Theodore Berry Way behind the Sing the Queen City sign. Items must be in a clear plastic bag (provided at packet pick-up and on-site). Affix the tab from your bib to the clear plastic bag containing your checked items.

The buses will remain on Theodore Berry Way during the race. Bags must be picked up by 7:30 p.m.

IDs/Wristbanding

You will need to show your I.D. and get a wristband before you can get your hands on a cold beverage after the race. If you want to avoid the hassle on race day, bring your I.D. with you to packet pick-up and get your wristband then. We’ll also have a booth on race day where you can get your wristband before or after the race.

Timing Chip

The timing chip will be affixed to your race bib. Please do not alter or remove it. You can scan the QR code located on your bib after the race to see your finish time.

Course Info

The FCC3 course starts and finishes at The Banks. On race day packet pick-up, Start/Finish Lines, and the post-race party are all within easy walking distance from one another. Click here to view the course.

What to expect on the course

There will be a water stop approximately 1.5 miles into the course on 8th street, complements of Greater Cincinnati Water Works, as well as candy and cheer groups.

Recovery Area

Thanks to Kroger and GoGo squeeZ each participant will receive a bottle of water and snacks. P&G will also be handing out free product samples!

Post-Race TQL Watch Party

The TQL Watch Party will take place at The Banks. Screens to watch the game will be located on the outside of the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and on lawn between the Yard House and The Filson. Feel free to bring a picnic blanket in your gear check bag for the lawn area. No lawn chairs.

All participants will have a bib ticket good for a free Skyline Chili Cheese Coney, LaRosa’s pizza slice and one complimentary Rhinegeist, Coors, Owl’s Brew, or Body Armor or other non-alcoholic beverage. Drink tickets are good for any option, pending availability.

All TQL Watch Party attendees will also have access to the TQL photo booth, Kroger Family Fun Zone, P&G product samples (while supplies last) and more! Be sure to tag all your race day Instagram and Twitter photos with #FCC3.

The TQL Watch Party is FREE and open to the public. We encourage you to invite your non-running friends and family to join in on the fun.

Feel free to bring cash and cards to purchase additional food and drink at the bars and restaurants at The Banks throughout the duration of the event.

Pig Works App

The Pig Works app has all your race day information, including parking, results, photo frames and more! It’s available for free in the Google Play or Apple App Store. To download, click the links provided or search "Pig Works."

See you at the finish line! Let’s get those 3 miles and the 3 points on September 30th!