Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026
Register here.
The Detroit Challenge Series is for anyone who wants to run more than one event during Detroit’s Marathon Weekend. Choose from any of the four options below and show Detroit what you’re made of! You’ll earn individual medals for every race you complete and receive a Challenge Medal and Exclusive Wearable!
The Temptation: 1-Mile + 5K
The Wonder – International: 1-Mile + 5K + International Half-Marathon
The Wonder – Motor City: 1-Mile + 5K + Motor City Half-Marathon
The Supreme: 1-Mile + 5K + Marathon
Challenge Series FAQs
Q: This is awesome! How do I register?
A: During registration just select the challenge that you are running! There will be options for The Temptation, The Wonder and The Supreme. Do not sign up for each individual race if you want to complete a challenge. Instead, just simply sign up for the specific challenge you are interested in.
Q: Do Challenge Series participants get any fun swag?
A: You betcha! Information on the Challenge Series will be released throughout the year.
Q: What if I signed up for one race, and want to switch to a Challenge event?
A: You can transfer into a Challenge Series like any other transfer! More information about transfers can be found here.
Q: When is this event again?
A: The 5K and 1-Mile are on Saturday. The Marathon, International Half-Marathon and Motor City Half-Marathon are on Sunday.
Q: Can I defer my Challenge Registration?
A: No, Challenge registrations cannot be deferred.
Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026
Register here.
The Detroit Challenge Series is for anyone who wants to run more than one event during Detroit’s Marathon Weekend. Choose from any of the four options below and show Detroit what you’re made of! You’ll earn individual medals for every race you complete and receive a Challenge Medal and Exclusive Wearable!
The Temptation: 1-Mile + 5K
The Wonder – International: 1-Mile + 5K + International Half-Marathon
The Wonder – Motor City: 1-Mile + 5K + Motor City Half-Marathon
The Supreme: 1-Mile + 5K + Marathon
Challenge Series FAQs
Q: This is awesome! How do I register?
A: During registration just select the challenge that you are running! There will be options for The Temptation, The Wonder and The Supreme. Do not sign up for each individual race if you want to complete a challenge. Instead, just simply sign up for the specific challenge you are interested in.
Q: Do Challenge Series participants get any fun swag?
A: You betcha! Information on the Challenge Series will be released throughout the year.
Q: What if I signed up for one race, and want to switch to a Challenge event?
A: You can transfer into a Challenge Series like any other transfer! More information about transfers can be found here.
Q: When is this event again?
A: The 5K and 1-Mile are on Saturday. The Marathon, International Half-Marathon and Motor City Half-Marathon are on Sunday.
Q: Can I defer my Challenge Registration?
A: No, Challenge registrations cannot be deferred.
Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026
Register here.
The Detroit Challenge Series is for anyone who wants to run more than one event during Detroit’s Marathon Weekend. Choose from any of the four options below and show Detroit what you’re made of! You’ll earn individual medals for every race you complete and receive a Challenge Medal and Exclusive Wearable!
The Temptation: 1-Mile + 5K
The Wonder – International: 1-Mile + 5K + International Half-Marathon
The Wonder – Motor City: 1-Mile + 5K + Motor City Half-Marathon
The Supreme: 1-Mile + 5K + Marathon
Challenge Series FAQs
Q: This is awesome! How do I register?
A: During registration just select the challenge that you are running! There will be options for The Temptation, The Wonder and The Supreme. Do not sign up for each individual race if you want to complete a challenge. Instead, just simply sign up for the specific challenge you are interested in.
Q: Do Challenge Series participants get any fun swag?
A: You betcha! Information on the Challenge Series will be released throughout the year.
Q: What if I signed up for one race, and want to switch to a Challenge event?
A: You can transfer into a Challenge Series like any other transfer! More information about transfers can be found here.
Q: When is this event again?
A: The 5K and 1-Mile are on Saturday. The Marathon, International Half-Marathon and Motor City Half-Marathon are on Sunday.
Q: Can I defer my Challenge Registration?
A: No, Challenge registrations cannot be deferred.
