February 9, 2015 – (Charlottesville, VA) – To mark the 13th running of the Miller Lite Charlottesville Marathon, Half Marathon, Donate Life Virginia Marathon Relay, Virginia Blood Services 8k, and Kids Mile, Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports has announced a VIP Run package. This will provide runners with extra pampering, exclusive access to race day food and beverages, and a further look into the historical and charming city of Charlottesville, VA.

“We are thrilled to announce this package which brings the marathon experience in Charlottesville to a new level,” said Alyssa Godesky, Director of Marketing for Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports. “The Charlottesville Marathon has become America’s Destination Marathon, a must run spring marathon on the East Coast. A VIP experience will help runners experience the best of Charlottesville not only by running through its streets, but by bringing convenience and pampering to their fingertips before and after the event.”

The Miller Lite Charlottesville Marathon VIP Package will include:

Premier packet pickup access in the VIP tent

Post-race Miller Lite beer tasting in the VIP tent

Engraved beer mug

Premier bathroom access

Premier bag drop in the VIP tent

Front Row Concert View

Meet the “Gallatin Canyon Band”

Local Foods Sampling

Friday Historical Walking Tour

VIP Designation Lanyard

Registration for the VIP experience at the Miller Lite Charlottesville Marathon is open now at www.charlottesvillemarathon.com.

About Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports

By directing premiere road and trail events all over the United States, Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports strives to motivate runners of all backgrounds to challenge themselves. For over 12 years, Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports events have reflected owners James Gill and Francesca Conte decades-long knowledge and passion for running. www.badtothebone.biz

About the Miller Lite Charlottesville Marathon, Half Marathon, Donate Life Virginia Marathon Relay, Virginia Blood Services 8k, and Kids Mile

The Miller Lite Charlottesville Marathon has been recognized as “One of the Top Ten Marathons in the U.S.A.” by Runners World Magazine, “One of the Country’s Top Five Destination Marathons” by the New York Times and “One of the Most Scenic Races in the U.S.A.” by Running Times Magazine. Now in its thirteenth year, the race weekend includes the Running and Fitness Expo, the Half Marathon, the Donate Life Virginia Marathon Relay, Virginia Blood Services 8K and Kids Mile. With Charlottesville’s history and beauty as its backdrop, the race is a Charlottesville tradition and a must-do spring Marathon. www.charlottesvillemarathon.com