Detroit Women's Half Marathon

SEP
20
2026
A women's running and walking event at Belle Isle State Park in Detroit. Choose from a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, with special categories for families. The scenic course offers views of the Detroit and Windsor skylines.
Sun 20 Sep 2026
13 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Detroit Women's Half Marathon is a women's running and walking event featuring multiple distances. It is part of the Goddess Racing Series and is described as being created by women for women.

Location and Course

The event takes place at Belle Isle State Park in Detroit, Michigan. The course starts and finishes at the James Scott Memorial Fountain within the 987-acre park. Participants will have views of the Detroit skyline and Windsor, Canada during the run.

Distances and Events

The event offers several in-person and virtual options:

  • Half Marathon (13.1 miles) – Includes a run/walk and a handcycle/wheelchair division.
  • 10K (6.2 miles) – Run/walk.
  • 5K (3.1 miles) – Run/walk.
  • Kids' Events – A free 5K for children 10 and under, and a free 200m dash for children 8 and under. Both are free with a paid adult registration.
  • Virtual Events – Options for a 13.1 miles, 10K, and 5K run/walk that can be completed from anywhere.
  • Pace Teams – Invitation-only pace teams are available for the 13.1 miles, 10K, and 5K distances.

Additional Information

The event features special awards categories for mother-daughter teams and three-generation teams. It is promoted as a walker-friendly event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
13.1 Run/walk
13 mi
Handcycle/wheelchair 13.1
10 km
10k Run/walk
5 km
5k Run/walk
Kids' Race Free 200m Dash
Kids' Race Free 5k