Detroit Women's Half Marathon
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Event
The Detroit Women’s Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K is scheduled for September 19–21, 2026, with the main race day on September 20, 2026. The event is part of the Goddess Racing Series and is described as created by women for women. It is held at Belle Isle State Park in Detroit, Michigan, with start and finish at the James Scott Memorial Fountain. The course runs through the park, which is listed as 987 acres and offers views of the Detroit skyline and Windsor, Canada. The event is walker-friendly and includes categories such as mother-daughter and three-generation teams.
Races and logistics
- 13.1 miles - Half Marathon (also Handcycle/Wheelchair 13.1)
- 6.2 miles - 10K Run/Walk
- 3.1 miles - 5K Run/Walk
Additional offerings include free kids events (a 5K for children 10 and under and a 200 m dash for children 8 and under, each free with a paid adult), virtual 13.1/10K/5K options, and pace teams that are by invitation only. Published entry prices include $85 for the half marathon and handcycle/wheelchair 13.1, $50 for the 10K, $40 for the 5K, and $30–$40 for virtual events. The race information pages note services such as bibs and timing chips, gear check, pacers, awards, participant tracking, and zero-waste information. Sponsors listed include state and local organizations and private partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
