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Millennium Meadows Marathon
Grand Rapids, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+2
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Running races in Grand Rapids
12 verified events (7 confirmed dates) and 38 races in Grand Rapids with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events127 confirmed dates
Competitions38Races & courses
Distances5 - 163.7 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,550 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Spooky Sprint - Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+2
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Grand Rapids Hot Cider Hustle
Grand Rapids, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Time Travel Half-Marathon - Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesFestive+1
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Last Chance BQ.2
Grand Rapids, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Ocean City Running Festival
West Ocean City, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Charlotte Marathon
Charlotte, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
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Allianz Richmond Marathon
Richmond, United States
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Millennium Meadows Marathon | Grand Rapids, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Spooky Sprint - Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, Michigan, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Grand Rapids Hot Cider Hustle | Grand Rapids, Michigan, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Time Travel Half-Marathon - Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, Michigan, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Last Chance BQ.2 | Grand Rapids, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Ocean City Running Festival | West Ocean City, Maryland, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Charlotte Marathon | Charlotte, North Carolina, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Allianz Richmond Marathon | Richmond, Virginia, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Pacific Trails California by UTMB (HOKA) | Santa Ynez, California, US | Trail Running | 51 km25 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Madison Marathon | Madison, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | Williams Route 66 Marathon | Tulsa, Oklahoma, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | The Tour of Tucson | Tucson, Arizona, US | Road CyclingRoad Running | 163.7 km101.9 km52.6 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Grand Rapids (Michigan, Kent, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 38 individual races, including 7 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond. Notable events in the selection include Millennium Meadows Marathon, Spooky Sprint - Grand Rapids, and Grand Rapids Hot Cider Hustle.
Race distances span from 5 km to 163.7 km, reaching up to +1,550 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 38 individual races in Grand Rapids. A total of 7 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Millennium Meadows Marathon, Spooky Sprint - Grand Rapids, and Grand Rapids Hot Cider Hustle.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Grand Rapids?
Events in Grand Rapids focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 163.7 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include West Ocean City, Charlotte, and Richmond.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Grand Rapids?
The most selective courses in Grand Rapids climb up to +1,550 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 Grand Rapids?
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.