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Sleeping Bear Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

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Sleeping Bear Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

Marathon Half Marathon 5K Road Road Marathon

Sleeping Bear Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

Saturday, October 3, 2026Empire, MI5K – Marathon

Registration open18 weeks

Join us for a Scenic Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K Run/Walk in the Heart of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore! All races finish in Empire, MI. The Marathon and Half Marathon start at the Dune Climb, while the 5K begins at Empire Beach. Marathon Course: This out-and-back route takes runners past the iconic Dune Climb, Little Glen Lake, and through the charming village of Glen Arbor. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Manitou Islands and Sleeping Bear Dunes throughout the course. Half Marathon Course: Experience challenging hills and stunning scenery along the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail. 5...

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Oct 38:20 AM

525 spotsOuterwear

$50

$55 after Jun 30

Oct 38:20 AM

525 spotsOuterwear

$50

$55 after Jun 30

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Location

Empire Beach

Empire, MI 49630

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