Sydney Comps the City for Race Week
The Sydney Marathon's new Run Perks program opens food, drink and tourism offers across the city from Aug. 24 to 31. No bib required.

From Aug. 24 to Aug. 31, the Sydney Marathon turns its host city into a loyalty program. The new Run Perks scheme unlocks food, drink and tourism offers across town, and nearly all of them are open to the public. No bib, no finisher medal, no proof you have ever run a step.
A whole city bending itself around a race is the single best argument for destination running. Book the flight for the harbour, stay for a week of perks you never had to qualify for.
Story: Marathon Handbook.