As long as I have approved documentation, I’m all set, right?

Can I confirm my registration?

Do all finishers receive a medal?

Do I really need a passport?

Do you partner with any charities?

How do I register?

How long do I have to finish the race?

Is there an age requirement to run at any of the events?

Is this race a qualifier for the Boston Marathon?

What’s the weather like?

When is this year’s race? How about next year?

When will the race start?

Will this year’s course change from last year?

Can I transfer/defer my registration?

Do I need to run with my passport?

How do I edit my registration?

How do I get my race packet?

What if I got married and my passport is in my maiden name?

Can someone else pick up my event bag and bib at the Expo?

Can I carry my own water or backpack?

Do you have gear check?

How can I update my predicted pace?

Can I run with my child in the Kids Fun Run?

What is the cancellation policy?

What is registration insurance?

Can I run a leg of the Marathon Relay and still run another event?

Are strollers or joggers allowed?

Marathon

Over the Ambassador Bridge, through the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel and around Detroit.

Disabilities Division

Full 26.2 for handcycles and pushrim participants.

Marathon Relay

Complete all 26.2 miles with your best buds.

International Half-Marathon

Our most popular event with two international crossings.

U.S.-Only Half-Marathon

Keep it domestic and run a half-marathon on U.S. soil only.

5K

An event for seasoned and new runners alike.

Meijer Kids Fun Run

A fun, untimed race just for the kiddos.

Competitive 1-Mile

5280 feet. 1760 yards. 1.6 KM. Short distance, big race.

The Motor City Challenge Series

Run more than one event race weekend and earn bonus points!

Registration

Sign up to run any of our events now!

Hotels

Nearby hotels with discounted rates for the Detroit Marathon.

Course Maps

Course, elevation and turn-by-turn maps for all events.

International Requirements

Information for those running in an international event.

Official Gear

Official training and finisher gear for the Detroit Marathon.

Pace Team

Run with a pacer to meet your time goals.

Results

Results will be posted here for all events, including prior years.

Parking and Transit

Parking maps, road closures and race day tips here.

Health and Fitness Expo

Packet pick-up, official merchandise and more at the 2-day expo.

Conquered: The Official Marathon Afterparty

Gear check, beer and more!

Volunteer

Join over 3,000 volunteers for Detroit's Marathon Weekend.

Private: Race Ambassadors

Learn about our Race Ambassador program!

Sponsors

Official sponsors and current opportunities for the Detroit Free Press Marathon.

Charities

We partner with over 40 charities to make a positive impact.