Kalamazoo Marathon
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Event Overview
The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon takes place in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with the main event site centered at Bronson Park. This multi-day sporting weekend features a wide variety of distance options for individual runners and relay teams. All race routes are USATF certified, and both the full marathon and half marathon courses serve as official Boston Marathon qualifiers.
Race Distances
The event offers several distances and formats to accommodate different participants:
- Full Marathon: 26.2 miles
- Full Marathon Relay: 26.2 miles completed by teams of 3-5 runners
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles
- Half Marathon Relay: 13.1 miles completed by teams of 2-3 runners
- 10K Run: 10 kilometers
- 5K Run & Walk: 5 kilometers
- Kids' 1K: 1 kilometer for children 12 and under and participants with disabilities up to age 21
Participation Guidelines
Age requirements vary by distance. Participants for the full marathon must be at least 16 years old, while the half marathon requires a minimum age of 14. For the 10K and various relay events, the minimum age is 10. Children aged 12 and under on the 10K and 5K courses, and those 14 and under on the relay courses, must be accompanied by an adult.
Dogs are not permitted on any of the courses. Strollers are only allowed in the 5K and the Kids' 1K events and must start at the back of the group.
Virtual Options
Virtual races are available for the marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances. Virtual participants can complete their chosen distance between April 12 and May 10, 2026. Registration for virtual events includes a bib, technical shirt, and a finisher medal mailed to the participant. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
