FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

                 Surrey International World Music Marathon
           
            Announcement:  Early Bird Registration Ends Janaury 31

SURREY, BC.  The Surrey International Marathon Society would like to 
announce that the early bird registration is ending January 31 for the 
inaugural Surrey International World Music Marathon on September 30, 2012.  
Race events include a Full Marathon, Half Marathon and the Century Group 
Kids Fun Run.  Additionally, a 5K Concert Run will take place on Saturday, 
September 29 at Central City Plaza--the Start/Finish location and host of 
the Weekend Expo.   

This innovative marathon will feature 'Cultural Music Miles' with live 
colourful music performances highlighting each mile along the marathon 
route.  World music performers and cultural organizations will showcase 
their art, music, costumes, food and beverage to present our incredible 
spirit and celebrate Surrey's multicultural heritage.  

The Weekend Expo running September 28-30 will see an excellent array of 
fitness exhibitors and health products including interactive games and 
activities, in addition to a fully programmed stage with music and guest 
speakers.  

The three-day festival site at Central City Plaza will present cultural 
foods, live music and active lifestyle vendors.  The 5K Concert Run will 
culminate with a Finish Line Concert featuring recording artists to be 
announced later this year. 

The marathon course will travel through North Surrey along a route from 108 
Avenue, down 132nd Street to 88th Avenue, through Bear Creek Park and Green 
Timbers Park and returning along Fraser Highway.

Runners will enjoy a colourful decorated course with each participating 
cultural group providing volunteers, healthy snacks and treats.  Walkers 
and casual participants are invited to visit the stages along the course 
and soak up the festival atmosphere at Central City Shopping Centre.

Registration is open now at www.surreymarathon.com.  Information packages 
are also available at the Central City Shopping Centre customer service 
centre and The Run Inn. Surrey International Marathon Society is supported 
by City of Surrey, Central City Shopping Centre, Tourism Surrey and 
Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association.

Local groups or businesses that are interested in participating are asked 
to contact the Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association at 
778-395-3338.  Information about marathon training programs, event details 
and race registration can be found at www.surreymarathon.com

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