Motor City Half-Marathon
Detroit's domestic half tours downtown, Midtown, Woodbridge, Eastern Market and Lafayette Park before finishing at Campus Martius Park on race day.
Quick facts
- Detroit-only half with no international border crossing.
- Runs through five central Detroit districts.
- Campus Martius Park finish.
- Three-and-a-half-hour course limit.
About the Motor City Half-Marathon
The Motor City Half-Marathon is the Detroit-only 13.1-mile race on Free Press Marathon weekend. It is distinct from the International Half-Marathon, avoiding the border crossing while retaining the major-city production.
Course
The domestic route moves through several central Detroit neighborhoods and concludes at Campus Martius Park. A 10:30 a.m. start and 3.5-hour course limit make it a later race than most half marathons.
Race-day weather
Mid-October usually favors cool running in Detroit, though a late-morning start can bring warmer finishing conditions. Wind between downtown buildings and on broader avenues may vary.
Past Motor City Half-Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, October 18, 2026 | — | — |
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Motor City Half-Marathon FAQ
When is the Motor City Half-Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Motor City Half-Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Does the Motor City Half-Marathon have live tracking?
Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 Motor City Half-Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.
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