The Hartford Marathon is happening on Saturday and thousands of runners, volunteers and spectators will be heading into Hartford to take part and cheer on the runners.

More than 9,300 runners and walkers and tens of thousands of spectators are expected for the 26.2-mile marathon, the half marathon and the 5K.

"It is a huge marathon, the biggest marathon between New York and Boston," Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam said on Friday.

Here is what you need to know about when and where events will be happening on Saturday.

Get details here for directions and where to park.

Several roads will be closed in Hartford, East Hartford, West Hartford and South Windsor.

Get the full list of road closures here.

During the marathon, CT Transit and bus service will be affected.

Beer garden: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cold beer from Urban Lodge Brewing while listening to live music on the Powerstation Events Bushnell Park stage. One free beer per participant 21+ (photo ID required). Additional beer will be available for purchase.

Awards: Top overall finishers will receive their awards at the finish line on Trinity Street immediately following their race. All other award recipients can pick up their prize at the Results/Awards Area in Bushnell Park.