Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI
The Bayshore Marathon starts at 9:30 AM on May 22, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan, giving you time to settle into your hotel the night before without an early arrival. Held at 1150 Milliken Drive, the event offers multiple distances: a full marathon at 26.2 miles, a half marathon, a 10K (6.2 miles), a 1.2-mile race, and a 1-mile option. Entry fees range from free to $149.00 depending on the distance selected. Beyond the racing itself, the event includes clinics and other programming, making it a multi-day activity for serious runners and families alike. Spring weather in northern Michigan can be unpredictable, so plan your accommodation and pre-race logistics accordingly.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Traverse City, MI. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.
- Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
- Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
- Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI?
Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI takes place on May 22, 2026. The race is held in Traverse City, Michigan.
Where is Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI held?
Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI is held at 1150 Milliken Dr. in Traverse City, Michigan.
Where can I find hotels near Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI?
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