Tonisia Billups shares her experience participating in the Grandma’s Half Marathon in Minnesota. She flew from Orlando to Minneapolis and highlighted the need for caution regarding airport logistics. Staying in college dorms proved convenient, and the pre-race expo catered to 24,000 runners, featuring a spaghetti dinner. The race began at 6:00 AM, showcasing picturesque Lake Superior views, with manageable elevation changes. Despite some challenges with post-race food and shirt availability, she recommends the event but advises early planning.