The Short's Shortest Marathon
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 12:00PM EDT
- Location Elk Rapids, Michigan
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for a uniquely exhilarating experience at the first-ever Short's Shortest Marathon on Sunday, May 17th, 2026, in Elk Rapids, Antrim! This one-of-a-kind event is not your typical marathon; it's a fun-filled 262-foot dash that promises to be a riotous good time. Runners will race around the Shorts Brewing Company production campus, culminating in cheers and celebration at the Pull Barn. While the distance may be short, the spirit of competition is anything but, making this the perfect chance to don your athletic gear and claim bragging rights alongside a commemorative tee and a finishers medal!
Join fellow participants for an afternoon filled with laughter and community as you help raise funds for the TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway Project. The race kicks off at noon, and with only 225 spots available, you'll want to secure your place early! Enjoy an aid station for hydration, and get ready for an unforgettable finish line experience complete with cheers, high-fives, and photo opportunities. Plus, for every pint sold that day, $1 will go towards supporting the trailway project, making your participation even more rewarding. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a new Elk Rapids tradition—
Join fellow participants for an afternoon filled with laughter and community as you help raise funds for the TART Trails' Nakwema Trailway Project. The race kicks off at noon, and with only 225 spots available, you'll want to secure your place early! Enjoy an aid station for hydration, and get ready for an unforgettable finish line experience complete with cheers, high-fives, and photo opportunities. Plus, for every pint sold that day, $1 will go towards supporting the trailway project, making your participation even more rewarding. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a new Elk Rapids tradition—
Organiser's Description
The 2026 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 Marathon commemorative tee
* Finishers medal
* 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.
In addition to the proceeds of the event. $1 of each pint sold that day will be donated to Nakwema Trailway.
Registration is limited to 225 participants.
Race start time is noon.
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 Marathon commemorative tee
* Finishers medal
* 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.
In addition to the proceeds of the event. $1 of each pint sold that day will be donated to Nakwema Trailway.
Registration is limited to 225 participants.
Race start time is noon.
Races
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Short's Shortest Marathon
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$32.80
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Location
211 Industrial Park Dr, Elk Rapids, 49629, MI, United States
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