Portage Winter Blast - CANCELLED FOR 2025

  • Date Sun 23rd February 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EST
  • Location Kalamazoo, Michigan
  • Price $38.60 - $91.60
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 13th Annual Portage Winter Blast on Sunday, February 23, 2025, in Kalamazoo! This vibrant community event celebrates health and wellness with race distances for everyone, featuring a challenging Half Marathon, a scenic 10K, and a fun 5K. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to train for the Kalamazoo Marathon while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow athletes.

Participants can pick up their race packets early on Saturday, February 22, at Mitten Running Co. in Southland Mall, or on race day morning. With start times set for 8:00 a.m. for the Half Marathon, 8:10 a.m. for the 5K, and 8:20 a.m. for the 10K, you'll be energized and ready to conquer your distance. Donโ€™t miss out on this fantastic event that combines competition with community spiritโ€”register early to secure your spot and enjoy the thrill of winter racing in beautiful Kalamazoo!

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
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* 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. $6.60 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd February 2025 (8:00AM EST)

    $91.60

    OPENS SOON
  • 10K Run

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd February 2025 (8:20AM EST)

    $38.60

    OPENS SOON
    Base 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. $3.60 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd February 2025 (8:10AM EST)

    $38.60

    OPENS SOON
    Base 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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Location

606 E Kilgore Rd, Loy Norrix High School, Kalamazoo, 49001, MI, United States

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