The Short's Shortest Marathon
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 12:00PM EDT
- Location Elk Rapids, Michigan
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Short's Shortest Marathon on Sunday, October 5th, 2025, in beautiful Elk Rapids, Antrim! This unique event offers a hilarious twist on traditional marathons, featuring a challenging 262-foot dash around the Shorts Brewing Company production campus. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to spend a day with friends, this "marathon" is the perfect opportunity to don your athletic gear and embrace the spirit of friendly competition.
Participants can look forward to a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and, of course, a bit of sweat. Everyone will receive a commemorative short-sleeved T-shirt, an aluminum race cup, and a bib number worthy of Instagram fame. With an aid station strategically placed at the course midpoint to keep you hydrated, finish line glory awaits you with cheers and high fives. Cap off this delightful event with a post-race celebration at a local watering hole, all while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit the TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway Project. Don’t miss out on this chance to claim your bragging rights and enjoy a day of fun in Elk Rapids!
Participants can look forward to a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and, of course, a bit of sweat. Everyone will receive a commemorative short-sleeved T-shirt, an aluminum race cup, and a bib number worthy of Instagram fame. With an aid station strategically placed at the course midpoint to keep you hydrated, finish line glory awaits you with cheers and high fives. Cap off this delightful event with a post-race celebration at a local watering hole, all while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit the TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway Project. Don’t miss out on this chance to claim your bragging rights and enjoy a day of fun in Elk Rapids!
Organiser's Description
The 2025 Shorts Shortest Marathon: 262 Feet of Glory
Think you've got what it takes to conquer a marathon?
Dont worrythis isn't that. Welcome our take on a racea grueling, sweat-inducing, totally ridiculous 262-foot dash designed for champions of chug, in-and-around the Shorts Brewing Company production campus and ending with cheers at the Pull Barn. Join us for the first ever Short's Shortest Marathon. The walk back to the Pull Barn may be longer than the actual race but trust us: 262 feet is just long enough to justify wearing athletic gear so you can claim eternal bragging rights and a sweet race cup, all while raising funds for TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway Project.
What to expect:
* A "marathon" that's over faster than you can say Thirst Mutilator
* Official short sleeved, Shorts Shortest Race commemorative tee
* Commemorative aluminum cup
* A bib number you will want to post on Instagram, tag @shortsbrewing (duh!)
* An aid station strategically located at the course midpoint to provide maximum hydration
* Finish line glory - complete with cheers, high fives and photos (think: the theme from Rocky)
* An afternoon post-race celebration at your favorite watering hole in Elk Rapids
* All proceeds from the event will go towards the TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway project, which makes your athletic accomplishment even better than an ice-cold Huma Lupa Licious.
Think you've got what it takes to conquer a marathon?
Dont worrythis isn't that. Welcome our take on a racea grueling, sweat-inducing, totally ridiculous 262-foot dash designed for champions of chug, in-and-around the Shorts Brewing Company production campus and ending with cheers at the Pull Barn. Join us for the first ever Short's Shortest Marathon. The walk back to the Pull Barn may be longer than the actual race but trust us: 262 feet is just long enough to justify wearing athletic gear so you can claim eternal bragging rights and a sweet race cup, all while raising funds for TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway Project.
What to expect:
* A "marathon" that's over faster than you can say Thirst Mutilator
* Official short sleeved, Shorts Shortest Race commemorative tee
* Commemorative aluminum cup
* A bib number you will want to post on Instagram, tag @shortsbrewing (duh!)
* An aid station strategically located at the course midpoint to provide maximum hydration
* Finish line glory - complete with cheers, high fives and photos (think: the theme from Rocky)
* An afternoon post-race celebration at your favorite watering hole in Elk Rapids
* All proceeds from the event will go towards the TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway project, which makes your athletic accomplishment even better than an ice-cold Huma Lupa Licious.
The Short's Shortest Marathon
