Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Chicago Shamrock Shuffle
Chicago, United States
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
8 km2 km
City RunFestive
USRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Lake Michigan Running Races: Trails, Road Races & Events
42 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 161 races in Lake Michigan Running Races with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events429 confirmed dates
Competitions161Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 2,741.5 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+30,156 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Stan's Donut Run
Chicago, United States
July 24, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: nathanmac87 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, United States
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+6
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Fox Cities Marathon
Appleton, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
EPIC Green Bay Marathon
Green Bay, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+4
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Brew City Run
Milwaukee, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
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: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Run For The Zoo
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2027 | Chicago Shamrock Shuffle | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 8 km2 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 | Stan's Donut Run | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Fox Cities Marathon | Appleton, Wisconsin, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | EPIC Green Bay Marathon | Green Bay, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Brew City Run | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 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 | Run For The Zoo | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Charlevoix Marathon | Charlevoix, Michigan, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Riley Trails Marathon | Holland, Michigan, US | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Chicago Triathlon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Triathlon | 2741.5 km51.5 km29.75 km12.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Lake Michigan Running Races (United States, Lake Michigan) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 42 public events and 161 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Chicago, Appleton, Green Bay, and Milwaukee. Notable events in the selection include Chicago Shamrock Shuffle, Stan's Donut Run, and Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 2,741.5 km, reaching up to +30,156 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Lake Michigan Running Races 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 Lake Michigan Running Races?
RunningCompass currently lists 42 verified events with 161 individual races in Lake Michigan Running Races. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Chicago Shamrock Shuffle, Stan's Donut Run, and Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Lake Michigan Running Races?
Events in Lake Michigan Running Races focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 2,741.5 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Chicago, Appleton, Green Bay, and Milwaukee.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Lake Michigan Running Races?
The most selective courses in Lake Michigan Running Races climb up to +30,156 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 Lake Michigan Running Races?
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.