Great Lakes Shipwreck Half Marathon and 5K
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Paradise, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 5 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Great Lakes Shipwreck Half Marathon and 5K, taking place on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, in the picturesque Paradise, Michigan! This exciting event kicks off at 8 AM at the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum, where participants will enjoy a scenic flat and fast course that runs along Whitefish Point Road. Runners can choose between the challenging half marathon or the fun 5K distance, both starting and finishing near the museum's roundabout.
As a special bonus, all participants will receive a medal and a discounted group rate to explore the museum on October 3-4, making for a fantastic weekend of running and history. Don't miss out on the opportunity to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald by visiting the museum's exhibit! Register early to secure your spot, as registration closes on October 3rd at 8 PM, with no race day registration available. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit, while supporting the restoration of the GLSM Lighthouse!
As a special bonus, all participants will receive a medal and a discounted group rate to explore the museum on October 3-4, making for a fantastic weekend of running and history. Don't miss out on the opportunity to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald by visiting the museum's exhibit! Register early to secure your spot, as registration closes on October 3rd at 8 PM, with no race day registration available. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit, while supporting the restoration of the GLSM Lighthouse!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION OPENING FEBRUARY 1
October 4th, 2025, at the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum located in Paradise, Michigan. 8am start for the half-marathon and 5k which start and finish at the museum near the roundabout at the end of the parking lot. All participants will receive a medal and discounted group rate to the Museum on October 3-4 with proof of bib. T-Shirts are available with registration ($10 through August 31) and there will be overall and age group awards to follow the race. A percentage of proceeds and 100% of donations in excess of registration will go towards the restoration of the GLSM Lighthouse. 2025 is also the 50-year anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald so be sure to check out the exhibit in the museum!
HALF MARATHON PRICES:
February - June: $35 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
July - August: $45 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
September: $50 (No T-Shirt Option)
October: $60 (No T-Shirt Option), REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 3, 8PM, NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
*_VIRTUAL PRICES: $40 + ($10 T-SHIRT OPTION THROUGH AUG. 31). WILL RECEIVE BIB, MEDAL, AND T-SHIRT_ (_IF T-SHIRT DEADLINE MET AND PAID)_
T-SHIRT: The t-shirts will be unisex sized and an option through August 31 for $10. There will be limited size and availability for sale at packet pickup for $15 CASH.
5K PRICES
February - June: $20 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
July - August: $25 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
September: $30 (No T-Shirt Option)
October: $40 (No T-Shirt Option), REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 3, 8PM, NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
_*VIRTUAL PRICES: $40 + ($10 T-SHIRT OPTION THROUGH AUG. 31). WILL RECEIVE BIB, MEDAL, AND T-SHIRT (IF T-SHIRT DEADLINE MET AND PAID)_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: TBA, 4-8pm October 3rd.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:30-7:45am near the start/finish area.
OVERALL AWARDS: 1st Place Gender/Master (40+)/Grand Master (60+)
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 1st Place 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
COURSE: Start/Finish from the roundabout area near the end of the parking lot. Flat and Fast. Out and back on Whitefish Point Road. A minimum of 4 aid stations with water/Gatorade evenly spaced for the half marathon and 1 aid station for the 5K.
October 4th, 2025, at the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum located in Paradise, Michigan. 8am start for the half-marathon and 5k which start and finish at the museum near the roundabout at the end of the parking lot. All participants will receive a medal and discounted group rate to the Museum on October 3-4 with proof of bib. T-Shirts are available with registration ($10 through August 31) and there will be overall and age group awards to follow the race. A percentage of proceeds and 100% of donations in excess of registration will go towards the restoration of the GLSM Lighthouse. 2025 is also the 50-year anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald so be sure to check out the exhibit in the museum!
HALF MARATHON PRICES:
February - June: $35 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
July - August: $45 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
September: $50 (No T-Shirt Option)
October: $60 (No T-Shirt Option), REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 3, 8PM, NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
*_VIRTUAL PRICES: $40 + ($10 T-SHIRT OPTION THROUGH AUG. 31). WILL RECEIVE BIB, MEDAL, AND T-SHIRT_ (_IF T-SHIRT DEADLINE MET AND PAID)_
T-SHIRT: The t-shirts will be unisex sized and an option through August 31 for $10. There will be limited size and availability for sale at packet pickup for $15 CASH.
5K PRICES
February - June: $20 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
July - August: $25 + $10 (T-Shirt Option)
September: $30 (No T-Shirt Option)
October: $40 (No T-Shirt Option), REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 3, 8PM, NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
_*VIRTUAL PRICES: $40 + ($10 T-SHIRT OPTION THROUGH AUG. 31). WILL RECEIVE BIB, MEDAL, AND T-SHIRT (IF T-SHIRT DEADLINE MET AND PAID)_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: TBA, 4-8pm October 3rd.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 6:30-7:45am near the start/finish area.
OVERALL AWARDS: 1st Place Gender/Master (40+)/Grand Master (60+)
AGE GROUP AWARDS: 1st Place 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
COURSE: Start/Finish from the roundabout area near the end of the parking lot. Flat and Fast. Out and back on Whitefish Point Road. A minimum of 4 aid stations with water/Gatorade evenly spaced for the half marathon and 1 aid station for the 5K.
Races
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Shipwreck Half Marathon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Shipwreck 5K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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Shipwreck 5K Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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Virtual Shipwreck Half Marathon
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
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Virtual Shipwreck 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
Great Lakes Shipwreck Half Marathon and 5K
