Bayshore Marathon

MAY
22-23
2026
Bayshore Marathon weekend in Traverse City offers marathon, half marathon, 10K and a 1.2 mile kids fun run along Grand Traverse Bay. Hosted by the Traverse City Track Club, proceeds support local running and health programs and live tracking is available.
22-23 May 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers

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Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and Kids Fun Run

The Bayshore event in Traverse City, Michigan is organized by the Traverse City Track Club and marks its 44th anniversary. Races run along the shores of Grand Traverse Bay on courses described as scenic. The event program includes adult distance races and a youth fun run. The number of runners in the main races is limited to manage field size.

The event features the following races and options:

  • Marathon
  • Half marathon
  • 10K
  • Bayshore Kids Marathon 1.2 miles

Additional offerings listed for the event include a VIP experience that includes a BOCO Gear ventilator hat, a parking pass option for the half marathon start, and a virtual training program. The organizers provide RaceJoy as part of the event experience; RaceJoy offers live GPS tracking, GPS progress alerts, and send a cheer features. To use RaceJoy on race day participants must carry a phone and activate tracking.

Proceeds from the event support running and health related activities in and around Northwest Michigan. The published venue address is 1150 Milliken Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Bayshore Kids Marathon