Detroit Free Press Marathon
Detroit Free Press Marathon is listed for October 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan, United States. Listed distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Relay, Kids' Run. Confirm the date, registration and travel details with the official organizer before you book.
About this race
One of North America's only international marathons, crossing between Detroit and Windsor, Canada.
Key facts
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Location
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Events
- Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Relay, Kids' Run
- Entry from
- $90.00 — confirm on the official source
- Surface
- Road · Certified
- Certified course
- USATF
- Official source
- Registration page & official site
- Listing status
- Verified · updated May 21, 2026
Before you register
- 1Confirm the race-day schedule
Verify the October 18, 2026 start times, packet pickup (collecting your race bib) and corral (your assigned start group) instructions on the official source before booking travel.
- 2Pin the exact start area
Use Michigan as the planning region, then confirm the precise start, finish, parking and transport with the organizer.
- 3Pick your distance
Listed options are Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Relay, Kids' Run. Check the source for current per-distance availability and limits.
- 4Review entry terms
Read entry rules, refund terms, participant limits and transfer rules before you pay.
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