Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI

Date
May 22, 2026
Location
Traverse City, MI
Venue
1150 Milliken Dr.
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $149.00
Events
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, Bayshore Kids Marathon, Shakeout Run, Yoga in the Park
Includes
Short-Sleeve Tech Shirt | Kid's Marathon T-Shirt
Celebrating its 44th Anniversary, the Bayshore Marathon has become a “must run” for runners throughout the Midwest and beyond. Many runners return year after year to enjoy the scenic courses which run along the shores of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. Hosted by Traverse City Track Club, Bayshore features a 10K, half marathon a full marathon, and a kids 1.2 mile fun run. The number of runners in all three races is limited to ensure a more enjoyable experience. Traverse City Track Club uses proceeds from Bayshore to sponsor many running and health related activities in and around Northwest Michigan.

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Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, & Kids Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI

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Race Travel Insurance

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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
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