Tolland Runners and Spectators: Expect More Security at the 2016 Manchester Road Race

MANCHESTER, CT — Those running and watching the Manchester Road Race this year should expect increased security efforts, race officials said.

That means a few more police officers, and a strict prohibition on unattended bags and other items along the course, race officials said.

The Manchester Road Race Committee and officials from the Town of Manchester have increased security efforts in connection with this year’s race on Thanksgiving Day.

"Our objective is to ensure the safety of all participants and spectators," race officials said.

Backpacks, containers or bundled items are not to be left unattended, race officials said. Unattended items left within the restricted area (see the attached map) along the race course will be confiscated and discarded, race officials said.

The race is scheduled for Thanksgiving Day at 10 a.m. with the start and finish line on Manchester's Main Street.

See the parking restrictions and shuttle system schedule here.

Photo Credit: Manchester Road Race