Detroit Free Press Marathon
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Oct, 2027 (TBD)
1mi, 5k, Half-marathon, Marathon, Relay
Race Report
Inside look at what it's like to run the Detroit Free Press Marathon.
2023 Detroit Free Press Marathon Report
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Race Information
The Detroit Free Press Marathon is the largest race in Michigan. The marathon course is international (running over the Canada/US border) and has featured the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel for all but two years of its existence.
Due to its use of the tunnel, the race is able to boast that it has the only official underwater international mile in the world, as the tunnel runs underneath the Detroit River.
The race is a USATF-certified, Boston-qualifier course
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Race Facts
Race Size: 10,000+
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Kids Run: Yes
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