Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run

  • Date Fri 23rd May 2025 - Sat 24th May 2025
  • Time 10:00AM EST
  • Location Traverse City, Michigan
  • Price Free - $124.71
  • Races 8 races
  • Distances 10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

Join the excitement at the 43rd Annual Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and Kids Fun Run, taking place from May 23rd to May 24th, 2025, in the picturesque Traverse City, located along the stunning Grand Traverse Bay. This highly anticipated event is a favorite among runners from the Midwest and beyond, drawing many back year after year to experience the breathtaking scenic courses. Participants can choose from a full marathon, a challenging half marathon, or a vibrant 10K, along with a delightful 1.2-mile fun run for kids. With limited entries available, runners can look forward to a more enjoyable and intimate race experience. The Bayshore Marathon not only promotes a love for running but also contributes to the local community, as proceeds support various running and health-related activities across Northwest Michigan. Donโ€™t miss this chance to be a part of a fantastic event that combines fitness, community spirit, and the beauty of nature!

Organiser's Description

Celebrating its 43rd Anniversary, the Bayshore Marathon has become a must run for runners throughout the Midwest and beyond. Many runners return year after year to enjoy the scenic courses which run along the shores of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Hosted by Traverse City Track Club, Bayshore features a 10K, half marathon a full marathon, and a kids 1.2 mile fun run. The number of runners in all three races is limited to ensure a more enjoyable experience.

Traverse City Track Club uses proceeds from Bayshore to sponsor many running and health related activities in and around Northwest Michigan.

Races

  • Marathon

    Incl. $5.71 Fee & Short-Sleeve Tech Shirt

    Sat 24th May 2025 (7:15AM EDT)

    $124.71

  • Half Marathon

    Incl. $5.47 Fee & Short-Sleeve Tech Shirt

    Sat 24th May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $119.47

  • 10k

    Incl. $2.40 Fee & Short-Sleeve Tech Shirt

    Sat 24th May 2025 (7:30AM EDT)

    $52.40

  • Bayshore Kids Marathon

    Incl. $1.60 Fee & Kid's Marathon T-Shirt

    Sat 24th May 2025 (1:30PM EDT)

    $11.60

    The program is a kids only event for grades K-5th in elementary schools
  • Lindsey Hein Podcast

    Incl. $2.40 Fee

    Fri 23rd May 2025 (3:00PM EDT)

    $42.40

    Bayshore welcomes Lindsey Hein of the Ill Have Another and Relay Podcast as our official Starting Line and Finish Line Announcer, cheering you on to another great Bayshore finish. Lindsey will also host a special show at the historic Traverse City Opera House on Friday evening, May 23 at 3:00pm featuring a special guest.
  • Parking Pass - Half Marathon Start

    Incl. $2.00 Fee

    Sat 24th May 2025 (5:30AM EDT)

    $22.00

    OPENS SOON
    Limited to 250 parking spaces. Park near the half marathon start line on Devil's Dive Road. You must arrive at the Half Marathon start before 6:45am on race day. There will be return shuttle buses provided to take runners back to the parking area at Devils Dive. Return buses will run on a revolving route from Central High School beginning at 9:30 am and ending at 1PM.
  • Shakeout Run

    Fri 23rd May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Traverse City Track Club will be hosting its second Bayshore Shakeout Run on Friday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m. at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center (meet on the south side of the Civic Center Park). Run with world-class marathoner, Des Linden! Come for the shakeout run and stay for packet pickup at the Civic Center, which opens at 11:00 a.m.! Participation is free, but registration is required. Bagels and coffee will be available after the rununtil we run out!
  • Yoga in the Park

    Fri 23rd May 2025 (11:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON
    Join us at the Civic Center just after the shakeout run! It's our annual "Yoga at the Park" session. This event is free and available to non-Bayshore participants as well.

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Location

1150 Milliken Dr., Traverse City, 49686, MI, United States

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