If you want fast times, this is the race to do it. If you just want low key scenic marathon- this is it! If you want “Disney” esqe experience, this is NOT it. Spectators thin out after you leave the 5K. The half runs at the same time so you have lots of excitement in the beginning and it can get kinda lonely if you do the full, but great to chase a pace! They have pacers if you wish so that is super helpful. As far as “frills”, there are few. No real expo - just packet pick up at a running store with sales. Aid stations are plentiful but minimal options. I take a while and I find the finish line is usually pretty sparse and soup and bagels picked over.