2025 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon
- Date Sat 3rd May 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Price Free - $239.85
- Races 11 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant 2025 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon on Saturday, May 3, 2025, held in the heart of Kalamazoo's iconic Bronson Park! This exciting event is set to inspire a healthy community, featuring a variety of race distances including the full marathon, half marathon, 10K run, and 5K run/walk, as well as a special PNC Kids' 1K. With all routes USATF certified and the marathons qualifying for the prestigious Boston Marathon, participants of all levels will find their challenge here.
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up on May 3 from 9 AM to 6:30 PM, and the race day excitement continues with a vibrant atmosphere and community spirit. Runners will take to the starting line at various times, with the full marathon launching at 7:00 AM, followed by the half marathon at 8:05 AM, and other distances shortly after. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, come experience the joy of running in Kalamazoo, and make unforgettable memories! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of an inspiring event!
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up on May 3 from 9 AM to 6:30 PM, and the race day excitement continues with a vibrant atmosphere and community spirit. Runners will take to the starting line at various times, with the full marathon launching at 7:00 AM, followed by the half marathon at 8:05 AM, and other distances shortly after. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, come experience the joy of running in Kalamazoo, and make unforgettable memories! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of an inspiring event!
Organiser's Description
We're excited to drive a healthy community at the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon and events weekend with YOU! Mark your calendars for the first Sunday in May each year for this event!
Due to renovations at Arcadia Creek Festival Place, the 2025 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will be held in Kalamazoo's iconic Bronson Park only .5 miles away from Arcadia Creek Festival Place. All routes will be USATF certified with the full and half marathon routes also certified as Boston Marathon qualifiers!
Be sure to check out the FAQs for all official procedures and policies regarding animals, age limits, and more.
PNC KIDS' 1K - The PNC Kids' 1K will be held downtown Kalamazoo on Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 9am Packet Pick-up; 10am 1K start.
PNC Kids' 1K (Only) Early Packet Pick-Up Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 4:00-7:00 PM Location: Gazelle Sports Downtown Kalamazoo
ZEIGLER KALAMAZOO FULL MARATHON; MARATHON RELAY; HALF MARATHON; HALF MARATHON RELAY; 10K RUN; AND 5K RUN/WALK!
_PACKET PICK-UP - _Date: May 3; Time: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo (Expo closes at 4 PM, however, the Gazelle Sports tent will remain open for last minute purchases).
_SPRING STRIDE FEST POWERED BY ASCENSION BORGESS - _Date: Saturday May 3; Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; AND Sunday May 4; Time: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo
_DAY-OF PACKET PICK-UP ALL EVENTS - _Date: Sunday, May 4; Time: 6:00 AM - start time of your event; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo
_ALL EVENTS _- Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon and Marathon Relay Start: 7:00 AM
Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay Start: 8:05 AM
10K Run Start: 8:30 AM
5K Run/Walk Start: 8:40 AM
ZEIGLER KALAMAZOO MARATHON VIRTUAL EVENTS
* The virtual events are a great option for ZKZM fans who cannot join us on May 4 for whatever reason! Also, great option to utilize as a fundraiser for your favorite charity!
* Registration for the virtual events includes a bib, tech shirt, finishers medal, and shipping of those items to you.
* Virtual participants can complete their event anytime between April 20, 2025 and May 18, 2025. Please note registration closes on May 4.
* Virtual participants must manually enter their results into the RunSignUp system anytime between April 20, 2025 and May 18, 2025 to have their results listed online.
* Virtual packets will be mailed out no later than the week of May 12, 2025.
IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS - WE ADVISE THAT YOU ARRIVE EARLY TO YOUR EVENTS OR ATTEND THE PACKET PICK-UP THE DAY BEFORE YOUR EVENT TO ENSURE AMPLE TIME TO GET TO THE START LINE.
If you have additional questions, please contact the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon at [email protected]
Due to renovations at Arcadia Creek Festival Place, the 2025 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will be held in Kalamazoo's iconic Bronson Park only .5 miles away from Arcadia Creek Festival Place. All routes will be USATF certified with the full and half marathon routes also certified as Boston Marathon qualifiers!
Be sure to check out the FAQs for all official procedures and policies regarding animals, age limits, and more.
PNC KIDS' 1K - The PNC Kids' 1K will be held downtown Kalamazoo on Saturday, May 3, 2025 - 9am Packet Pick-up; 10am 1K start.
PNC Kids' 1K (Only) Early Packet Pick-Up Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 4:00-7:00 PM Location: Gazelle Sports Downtown Kalamazoo
ZEIGLER KALAMAZOO FULL MARATHON; MARATHON RELAY; HALF MARATHON; HALF MARATHON RELAY; 10K RUN; AND 5K RUN/WALK!
_PACKET PICK-UP - _Date: May 3; Time: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo (Expo closes at 4 PM, however, the Gazelle Sports tent will remain open for last minute purchases).
_SPRING STRIDE FEST POWERED BY ASCENSION BORGESS - _Date: Saturday May 3; Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; AND Sunday May 4; Time: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo
_DAY-OF PACKET PICK-UP ALL EVENTS - _Date: Sunday, May 4; Time: 6:00 AM - start time of your event; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo
_ALL EVENTS _- Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon and Marathon Relay Start: 7:00 AM
Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay Start: 8:05 AM
10K Run Start: 8:30 AM
5K Run/Walk Start: 8:40 AM
ZEIGLER KALAMAZOO MARATHON VIRTUAL EVENTS
* The virtual events are a great option for ZKZM fans who cannot join us on May 4 for whatever reason! Also, great option to utilize as a fundraiser for your favorite charity!
* Registration for the virtual events includes a bib, tech shirt, finishers medal, and shipping of those items to you.
* Virtual participants can complete their event anytime between April 20, 2025 and May 18, 2025. Please note registration closes on May 4.
* Virtual participants must manually enter their results into the RunSignUp system anytime between April 20, 2025 and May 18, 2025 to have their results listed online.
* Virtual packets will be mailed out no later than the week of May 12, 2025.
IN-PERSON PARTICIPANTS - WE ADVISE THAT YOU ARRIVE EARLY TO YOUR EVENTS OR ATTEND THE PACKET PICK-UP THE DAY BEFORE YOUR EVENT TO ENSURE AMPLE TIME TO GET TO THE START LINE.
If you have additional questions, please contact the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon at [email protected]
Races
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Full Marathon
Incl. $7.95 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$117.95
Participants must be 16 years and older to participate. No Dogs or Strollers allowed on course. ---------- -
Full Marathon Relay
Incl. $14.85 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$239.85
Participants must be 10 years and older to participate. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult on course. No Dogs or Strollers allowed on course. Registration CLOSES April 27, 2025 ---------- -
Half Marathon
Incl. $6.75 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (8:05AM EDT)
$96.75
Participants must be 14 years and older to participate. No Dogs or Strollers allowed on course. ---------- -
Half Marathon Relay
Incl. $10.05 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (8:05AM EDT)
$155.05
Participants must be 10 years and older to participate. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult on course. No Dogs or Strollers allowed on course. Registration CLOSES April 27, 2025 ---------- -
10K Run
Incl. $4.05 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$49.05
Participants must be 10 years and older to participate. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult on course. No Dogs or Strollers allowed on course. ---------- -
5K Walk & 5K Run
Incl. $3.45 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
Sun 4th May 2025 (8:40AM EDT)
$38.45
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult on course. No Dogs allowed on course. Strollers must start at the back of the pack. ---------- -
PNC Kids' 1K
Incl. Commemorative Shirt (For Children 12 and Under Only)
Sat 3rd May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
This event is for children aged 12 and under. Parents and Guardians are welcome to participate but do not need to register if you don't want to. We welcome children/individuals with disabilities up to age 21. Strollers must start at the back and after all the age groups have started. Shirts and finisher medals are intended for participants only (children aged 12 and under and children/individuals with disabilities up to age 21). No Dogs allowed on course. ---------- -
Virtual Full Marathon
Incl. $3.45 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
$38.45
Participants must be 16 years and older to participate. ---------- -
Virtual Half Marathon
Incl. $3.45 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
$38.45
Participants must be 14 years and older to participate. ---------- -
Virtual 10K Run
Incl. $3.45 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
$38.45
Participants must be 10 years and older to participate. ---------- -
Virtual 5K Run & Walk
Incl. $3.45 Fee & Commemorative Shirt
$38.45
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