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Detroit Marathon
Detroit, United States
October 16, 2027 to October 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.61 km
City RunRelay+2
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Running races in Michigan
37 verified events (3 confirmed dates) and 157 races in Michigan with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events373 confirmed dates
Competitions157Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 100 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,600 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon
Kalamazoo, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+4
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Saranac-Run Michigan Cheap
Saranac, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+2
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Traverse City Track Club Bayshore Marathon
Traverse City, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km1.6 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Gafoto · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Yankee Springs Trail Runs
Middleville, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km50 km25 km10 km
ForestLakes & Ponds+2
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Charlevoix Marathon
Charlevoix, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Marquette Trail 50
Marquette, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80.47 km50 km5 km1.61 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Gafoto · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Riley Trails Marathon
Holland, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km10 km
Charity RunPublic Park+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 - Oct 17, 2027 | Detroit Marathon | Detroit, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km1.61 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon | Kalamazoo, Michigan, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Saranac-Run Michigan Cheap | Saranac, Michigan, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Traverse City Track Club Bayshore Marathon | Traverse City, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km1.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Yankee Springs Trail Runs | Middleville, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 100 km50 km25 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Charlevoix Marathon | Charlevoix, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Marquette Trail 50 | Marquette, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 80.47 km50 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | The Riley Trails Marathon | Holland, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | The Lake Antoine Classic | Iron Mountain, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 15 km8.05 km5 km3.22 km |
| Date to be announced | Millennium Meadows Marathon | Grand Rapids, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Aliferis Memorial Race | Alpena, Michigan, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 30 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Probility Ann Arbor Marathon | Ann Arbor, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Michigan (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 37 public events and 157 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Detroit, Kalamazoo, Saranac, and Traverse City. Notable events in the selection include Detroit Marathon, Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon, and Saranac-Run Michigan Cheap.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 100 km, reaching up to +2,600 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Michigan includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Michigan?
RunningCompass currently lists 37 verified events with 157 individual races in Michigan. A total of 3 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Detroit Marathon, Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon, and Saranac-Run Michigan Cheap.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Michigan?
Events in Michigan focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 100 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Detroit, Kalamazoo, Saranac, and Traverse City.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Michigan?
The most selective courses in Michigan climb up to +2,600 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Michigan?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.