Detroit Free Press Marathon
· starts 7:00 AM
Detroit, MI
Detroit Free Press Marathon is a road race of 26.2 miles (42 km) in Detroit, Michigan. The next edition is in October 2027; its day hasn't been announced. The race gives its climbing as 200 ft (61 m); measured from its course file, it's 285 ft (87 m). It starts at 599 ft (183 m) above sea level. Its high point is 674 ft (205 m). The course runs point to point. Registration is open to all; registration opened on January 1, 2026. The field is about 5,000 runners.
There are 15 other upcoming marathons in Michigan. Detroit Free Press Marathon climbs about 8 ft a mile (1 m per km), flatter than 85% of the 476 marathons listed with their climbing.
The course
Questions about Detroit Free Press Marathon
When is Detroit Free Press Marathon 2027?
Detroit Free Press Marathon 2027 is in October 2027; its day hasn't been announced yet.
Where is Detroit Free Press Marathon?
Detroit Free Press Marathon is held in Detroit, Michigan.
How long is Detroit Free Press Marathon?
Detroit Free Press Marathon is 26.2 miles (42 km).
How much elevation gain does Detroit Free Press Marathon have?
Detroit Free Press Marathon has 200 ft (61 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
How do you get into Detroit Free Press Marathon?
Detroit Free Press Marathon has open registration. Registration opened on January 1, 2026.
What is the weather usually like at Detroit Free Press Marathon?
Around Detroit Free Press Marathon's date, the day's high is typically about 60°F (16°C) and the low about 45°F (7°C), averaged over recent years.
Where can I see the Detroit Free Press Marathon elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has Detroit Free Press Marathon's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
How hilly is Detroit Free Press Marathon?
Detroit Free Press Marathon climbs about 8 ft a mile (1 m per km), flatter than 85% of the 476 marathons listed with their climbing.
What other marathons are there in Michigan?
Other upcoming marathons in Michigan include Yankee Springs Winter Challenge (January 2, 2027), Groundhog Day Marathon (February 6, 2027) and Kalamazoo Marathon (April 25, 2027).
Other races in Michigan
- Sleeping Bear Marathon Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
- Yankee Springs Fall Festival 25K · Oct 2027, TBD
- Ann Arbor Marathon Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
- Deadfall Trail Races 25K · Oct 2027, TBD
- Grand Rapids Marathon Marathon · Oct 2027, TBD
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