Run the Pier Marathon
Where the 2027 race is now
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- Race daySaturday, July 24, 2027
- ResultsPosted here as soon as the timer has them
- Race day
- Jul 24, 2027 Saturday
- Distance
- 26.2 mi Marathon
- Entry
- Not open yet Open entry
- Boston qualifier
- Unconfirmed
- Live tracking
- Not yet Shown here race week
Quick facts
- Paved course on Lakeshore Drive along Lake Michigan
- Race base at Duffy Park in Manistee
- Run by NOMI Racing to fund Manistee County trails
- Food trucks on site for runners and families
- Festival also offers a 5K, 10K and half marathon
Course
The full marathon follows the paved, winding Lakeshore Drive with Lake Michigan alongside. Every distance, the marathon included, runs out onto the historic North Pier and circles the lighthouse.
The marathon has a 7:30 a.m. start and a six-hour limit, with a 1 p.m. finish cutoff.
About the Run the Pier Marathon
Run the Pier is a summer running festival in Manistee organized by NOMI Racing, a local company that uses its events to raise money for trail maintenance and development in Manistee County. The program covers a 5K, 10K, half marathon and full marathon.
Food trucks serve breakfast and lunch on site, and race-morning packet pickup is available before the starts.
Past Run the Pier Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday, July 24, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Saturday, July 25, 2026 | Results available | Open results |
| 2025 | — | Results available | Open results |
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Run the Pier Marathon FAQ
When is the Run the Pier Marathon?
The 2027 Run the Pier Marathon is on Saturday, July 24, 2027.
Is registration open for the 2027 Run the Pier Marathon?
Registration for the 2027 Run the Pier Marathon has not opened yet (checked November 9, 2026). View the official registration details at runsignup.com.
How do I track a runner in the Run the Pier Marathon?
Most races publish tracking in race week. Marathon Scout links the official tracker on this page during race week, once the race or its timing provider publishes it.
Where can I find the Run the Pier Marathon results?
The 2026 results and earlier years are linked on the Run the Pier Marathon results page.
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