Detroit Free Press/TCF Bank Marathon

Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, casual runner or training for your first 5K, the Detroit Free Press/TCF Bank Marathon has a race for you. On Saturday, we kick off our weekend of races with the American Home Fitness 5K, Meijer Kids Fun Run and Competitive 1-Mile. Then on Sunday, the … MORE Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, casual runner or training for your first 5K, the Detroit Free Press/TCF Bank Marathon has a race for you. On Saturday, we kick off our weekend of races with the American Home Fitness 5K, Meijer Kids Fun Run and Competitive 1-Mile. Then on Sunday, the Full Marathon, International Half-Marathon and Marathon Relay kick off our international events. The U.S.-Only Half-Marathon starts shortly after and rounds out our events. New in 2018, The Motor Challenge Series allows participants to run more than one race during Detroit’s Marathon Weekend! Our marathon course offers international appeal, traversing both downtown Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, crossing the border at both the Ambassador Bridge and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel. You will run through historic neighborhoods, around beautiful Belle Isle, and along the spectacular RiverWalk. With a wave start, smaller groups of participants are sent off at two-minute intervals beginning at 7:00 AM, which eases congestion in those early miles. Groups are based on the projected pace indicated on the registration form, so an accurate response is necessary. LESS