Portage Winter Blast
- Date Sun 23rd February 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Price $28.00 - $59.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to embrace the winter spirit at the 13th Annual Portage Winter Blast on Sunday, February 23, 2025, in Kalamazoo, Michigan! This vibrant community event celebrates health and wellness, featuring three exciting race distances: the Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. The festivities kick off with packet pick-up on Saturday, February 22, at Mitten Running Co. in Southland Mall, making it convenient for participants to grab their essentials.
With a Half Marathon starting at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:10 a.m. and the 10K at 8:20 a.m., runners of all levels can join in the fun. This event not only serves as a fantastic training opportunity for the Kalamazoo Marathon but also brings together the community in celebration of fitness and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this fantastic winter running experience—register early to secure your spot and ensure your tech long-sleeve tee!
With a Half Marathon starting at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:10 a.m. and the 10K at 8:20 a.m., runners of all levels can join in the fun. This event not only serves as a fantastic training opportunity for the Kalamazoo Marathon but also brings together the community in celebration of fitness and camaraderie. Don’t miss out on this fantastic winter running experience—register early to secure your spot and ensure your tech long-sleeve tee!
Organiser's Description
The 13th Annual Portage Winter Blast Half Marathon/10K/5K is organized by Kalamazoo Area Runners and the City of Portage in a community celebration of health and wellness.
A race for runners, hosted by runners - a great training event for the Kalamazoo Marathon.
PACKET PICK UP
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP: Saturday, February 22th, 11:00am 3:00pm
Packet Pick-Up will be at the Mitten Running Co. Store located in the Southland Mall 6290 S Westnedge Ave Portage, MI 49002.
There will be signage in front of the store as well as in the parking lot to direct packet pick-up. They are located at Southland Mall so there will be plenty of parking available. Pick-up is a 15 minute or less task.
EVENT DAY PACKET PICK-UP: Sunday, February 23rd, 6:30 am - 8:00 am
Participants can also pick up on race morning at the event site.
REGISTRATION
Payment must be made when you register - there will be NO payment accepted at packet pick-up or race day.
As well, there is no paper registrations. If you are planning to register day of, please bring a device that you can register on.
THERE IS NO SHIRT GUARANTEE FOR TRANSFERS OR REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER FEBRUARY 11TH, 2025.
RACE TIMES
* Half Marathon: 8:00 a.m. start time
* 5k: 8:10 a.m. start time
* 10k: 8:20 a.m. start time
REGISTRATION FEES
* Half Marathon: $55 - Until January 11th ($10 discount for KAR members) FEES INCLUDE TECH LONG SLEEVE TEE SHIRT.
* Half Marathon: $75 - January 12th to February 21st
* Half Marathon: $85 - February 22nd and February 23rd
*
* 5K/10K: $25 - Until January 11th ($5 discount for KAR members) REDUCED REGISTRATION FEE WITHOUT A TECH TEE SHIRT. PARTICIPANTS MAY ORDER A SHIRT WITH A $25 EXTRA CHARGE.
* 5K/10K: $30 - January 12th to February 21st
* 5K/10K: $35 - February 22nd and February 23rd
SPONSORS
MITTEN RUNNING CO.
KELLOGG
GORDAN WATER
BEST WAY DISPOSAL
IMPERIAL BEVERAGE
COUNTRY FRESH
WLLA
ATHLETICO
FRESH THYME
BIG APPLE BAGEL
GAZELLE SPORTS
A race for runners, hosted by runners - a great training event for the Kalamazoo Marathon.
PACKET PICK UP
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP: Saturday, February 22th, 11:00am 3:00pm
Packet Pick-Up will be at the Mitten Running Co. Store located in the Southland Mall 6290 S Westnedge Ave Portage, MI 49002.
There will be signage in front of the store as well as in the parking lot to direct packet pick-up. They are located at Southland Mall so there will be plenty of parking available. Pick-up is a 15 minute or less task.
EVENT DAY PACKET PICK-UP: Sunday, February 23rd, 6:30 am - 8:00 am
Participants can also pick up on race morning at the event site.
REGISTRATION
Payment must be made when you register - there will be NO payment accepted at packet pick-up or race day.
As well, there is no paper registrations. If you are planning to register day of, please bring a device that you can register on.
THERE IS NO SHIRT GUARANTEE FOR TRANSFERS OR REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER FEBRUARY 11TH, 2025.
RACE TIMES
* Half Marathon: 8:00 a.m. start time
* 5k: 8:10 a.m. start time
* 10k: 8:20 a.m. start time
REGISTRATION FEES
* Half Marathon: $55 - Until January 11th ($10 discount for KAR members) FEES INCLUDE TECH LONG SLEEVE TEE SHIRT.
* Half Marathon: $75 - January 12th to February 21st
* Half Marathon: $85 - February 22nd and February 23rd
*
* 5K/10K: $25 - Until January 11th ($5 discount for KAR members) REDUCED REGISTRATION FEE WITHOUT A TECH TEE SHIRT. PARTICIPANTS MAY ORDER A SHIRT WITH A $25 EXTRA CHARGE.
* 5K/10K: $30 - January 12th to February 21st
* 5K/10K: $35 - February 22nd and February 23rd
SPONSORS
MITTEN RUNNING CO.
KELLOGG
GORDAN WATER
BEST WAY DISPOSAL
IMPERIAL BEVERAGE
COUNTRY FRESH
WLLA
ATHLETICO
FRESH THYME
BIG APPLE BAGEL
GAZELLE SPORTS
Races
-
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.80 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sun 23rd February 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$59.80
OPENS SOON -
10K Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sun 23rd February 2025 (8:20AM EST)
$28.00
OPENS SOONBase price for the event has been reduced without a tech shirt option. Participants may upgrade with a tech shirt for an additional $25.00. -
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sun 23rd February 2025 (8:10AM EST)
$28.00
OPENS SOONBase price for the event has been reduced without a tech shirt option. Participants may upgrade with a tech shirt for an additional $25.00.
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