Half Marathon-Läufe in der Nähe von Ypsilanti

Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor takes place in October at Kensington Metropark, featuring a half marathon, 10K, 5K, untimed 1-mile, kids' dash, and a virtual option. Bodies Race Company presents this event as part of its Holiday Series, designed for runners aiming for a personal best and families seeking a costume-welcoming fall activity. The longer races use chip timing with live results, while the 1-mile and kids' dash offer a relaxed pace. The half marathon begins in the morning, following park roads shaded by trees and paved trails around Maple Beach. The course has a fast, gently rolling terrain, avoiding steep hills. Costumes are welcome, and finishers will receive Halloween treats. Early registrants get race merchandise, including a custom bib, a designer shirt, and a medal. The kids' dash is open to children aged 10 and under, with a free option that does not include merchandise. Youth pricing is available for the 5K and 10K, making the shorter distances more accessible for families.

The Michigan Monster Dash is a Halloween-themed run and walk held at Kensington Metropark in Milford, Michigan. The start and finish are located at Maple Beach by Kent Lake. Finish Line Runs, a race group from the Detroit/Ann Arbor area, organizes the event, typically scheduled for late October. Participants can select from a 1k Kids Dash, 5k, 10k, or half marathon. A virtual option is available for each distance, allowing individuals to run from home, a treadmill, or a local path. The in-person course winds through Kensington’s wooded area and is described as relatively flat, emphasizing the Halloween atmosphere over a challenging route. Costumes are highly encouraged, contributing to a family-friendly feel across all events, from the kids’ dash to the longer distances. The race supports Make-A-Wish Michigan, with participant contributions exceeding $8,000 for the charity. Previous race perks have included discount coupons from Dick’s in Novi, chocolate milk from Horizon Organic, and jerky packs from Jack Link’s.

Black Toenail Friday is a post-Thanksgiving trail race held at Proud Lake Recreation Area in Southeast Michigan. It offers half marathon and 7.5-mile distances, along with virtual and ruck divisions. The race begins at 11:00 AM, allowing participants to sleep in after Thanksgiving. This event is the final race in Trivium Racing’s Michigan Mega Medal Series and typically sells out. The course features well-marked, groomed wooded trails winding through forest and lake sections. The footing is smooth, making it suitable for beginners, yet it retains a distinct trail character compared to road races. The half marathon involves two laps of the course, while the 7.5-mile race completes one lap. Participants aim for personal bests, ruck the course, or run with companions. Post-race activities include campfires, ramen, and hot cocoa. Registration includes a long-sleeve tech shirt, with a hoodie option available.

Turkey Trails Ann Arbor ist ein jährlicher Lauf-Event in Ann Arbor, Michigan, zum Thema Thanksgiving. Es gibt einen Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, einen 1 Mile ohne Zeitmessung und einen Kids Dash. Bei den Hauptläufen gibt es Chip-Zeitmessung mit Live-Ergebnissen, während es bei den kürzeren Familien-Events eher entspannt zugeht. Der Veranstalter bietet Jugendpreise für den 5K und 10K an, was super für Familien und Läufer ist, denen es um gute Zeiten geht. Der genaue Startort ist noch TBD, der Veranstalter arbeitet aber mit lokalen Parks zusammen, um die Strecken auszuarbeiten. Der Kids Dash ist für Kinder bis 10 Jahre, startet kurz vor dem Hauptlauf, und die Kids bekommen eine Mini-Startnummer, ein Jugend-Shirt und eine Medaille. Die meisten Anmeldungen beinhalten eine personalisierte Startnummer, ein Designer-Shirt, eine Finisher-Medaille, kostenlose Fotos und Leckereien im Zielbereich, zum Beispiel gratis Kuchen. Auszeichnungen gibt es für die Gesamtsieger, die Masters und die Altersklassenläufer im 5K, 10K und Half Marathon. Eine virtuelle Option gibt es auch für alle, die das Shirt und die Medaille haben wollen, aber nicht direkt in Ann Arbor dabei sein können.

Winter Trail Fest East is a February trail race at Island Lake Recreation Area in Brighton, Michigan, offering half marathon and 5-mile options. The objective is to race through whatever winter conditions Michigan presents: snow, ice, slush, or mud. The start is scheduled for later morning, allowing runners and ruckers a bit more daylight and a better chance at milder temperatures before they begin on the trails. The half marathon route follows rolling singletrack, while the 5-mile course provides a shorter, quicker introduction to winter racing for less experienced trail runners. Both distances include run and ruck divisions, a distinctive feature for Michigan winter races that accommodates athletes carrying weighted packs. Finishers receive a WTF hoodie and medal. Racers participating in the Summer Trail Fest Ultra can also collect connecting medals as part of the WTF + STFU Trail Series.