2026 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon

2026 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon Race Information

<p>We&#39;re excited to drive a healthy community at the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon and events weekend with YOU!  Mark your calendars for the weekend of April 25 and 26, 2026!</p> <p>The 2026 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will return to Kalamazoo&#39;s iconic Bronson Park!  All routes are USATF certified with the full and half marathon routes also certified as Boston Marathon qualifiers!</p> <p>Be sure to check out the FAQs for all official procedures and policies regarding animals, age limits, and more.</p> <p><b>PNC Kids&#39; 1K</b> - The PNC Kids&#39; 1K will be held downtown Kalamazoo on Saturday, April 25, 2026 - 9am Packet Pick-up; 10am 1K start.</p> <p>PNC Kids&#39; 1K (Only) Early Packet Pick-Up Thursday, April 23, 2026<br />Time: 4:00-7:00 PM   Location: Gazelle Sports Downtown Kalamazoo</p> <p><b>Zeigler Kalamazoo Full Marathon; Marathon Relay; Half Marathon; Half Marathon Relay; 10K Run; and 5K Run/Walk! </b></p> <p><i><b>Packet Pick-Up -  </b></i>Date: April 25; Time: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo (Expo closes at 4 PM, however, the Gazelle Sports tent will remain open for last minute purchases).</p> <p><i><b>Saturday Pre-Race Celebration Events -</b> </i>Stay tuned for a full line up of fun for all on Saturday in Bronson Park!<i> </i>Date: Saturday, April 25; Time: 9:00 AM - TBD; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo</p> <p><i><b>Day-Of Packet Pick-up All Events - </b></i>Date: Sunday, April 26; Time: 6:00 AM - start time of your event; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo</p> <p><i><b>All Events </b></i>- Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026</p> <p>Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon and Marathon Relay Start: 7:00 AM</p> <p>Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay Start: 8:05 AM</p> <p>10K Run Start: 8:30 AM</p> <p>5K Run/Walk Start: 8:40 AM</p> <p><b>Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon Virtual Events</b></p> <ul><li>The virtual events are a great option for ZKZM fans who cannot join us on April 26 for whatever reason!  Also, great option to utilize as a fundraiser for your favorite charity!</li><li>Registration for the virtual events includes a bib, tech shirt, finishers medal, and shipping of those items to you.  </li><li>Virtual participants can complete their event anytime between April 12, 2026 and May 10, 2026.  Please note registration closes on April 26.</li><li>Virtual participants must manually enter their results into the RunSignUp system anytime between April 12, 2026 and May 10, 2026 to have their results listed online. </li><li>Virtual packets will be mailed out no later than the week of May 4, 2026.</li></ul> <p><b>In-person participants - We advise that you arrive early to your events or attend the packet pick-up the day before your event to ensure ample time to get to the start line.</b></p> <p>If you have additional questions, please contact the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon at hello&#64;zeiglerkalamazoomarathon.com</p>