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Saturday, April 24th, 2027
200 S. Rose Street, Kalamazoo MI
Marathon · Half · 10K · 5K
39–59°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2026
55–75°F
rain
2025
52–78°F
dry
2024
32–52°F
dry
2023
28–47°F
rain
2022
62–71°F
rain
2021
40–53°F
rain
2020
41–53°F
dry
2019
34–61°F
dry
2018
48–59°F
dry
2017
40–68°F
dry
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Race-day forecast says layers
39°F at the start.
Gloves, ear warmers, throwaway layers, hand warmers — delivered before race day.
About this race
We're excited to drive a healthy community at the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon with YOU! Mark your calendars for the weekend of April 24 and 25, 2027!
The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will return to Kalamazoo's iconic Bronson Park! All routes are USATF certified with the full marathon route also certified as Boston Marathon qualifier!
Be sure to check out the FAQs for all official procedures and policies regarding animals, age limits, and more.
PNC Kids' 1K - The PNC Kids' 1K will be held downtown Kalamazoo on Saturday, April 24, 2027 - 9am Packet Pick-up; 10am 1K start.
PNC Kids' 1K (Only) Early Packet Pick-Up: Thursday, April 22, 2027
Time: 4:00-7:00 PM Location: Gazelle Sports Downtown Kalamazoo
Zeigler Kalamazoo Full Marathon; Marathon Relay; Half Marathon; 10K Run; and 5K Run/Walk!
Packet Pick-Up - Saturday, April 24; 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM; Sunday, April 25; 6:00 AM - start time of your event; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo
Beacon Health Expo - Saturday, April 24; 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM; Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo. The Gazelle Sports tent will remain open for the duration of Packet Pick-Up on Saturday for last minute purchases.
Event Start Times - Sunday, April 25, 2027
7:00 AM - Marathon and Marathon Relay
8:05 AM - Half Marathon
8:30 AM - 10K Run
8:40 AM - 5K Run/Walk
Virtual Events
- The virtual events are a great option for ZKZM fans who cannot join us on April 25 for whatever reason! Also, great option to utilize as a fundraiser for your favorite charity!
- Registration for the virtual events includes a bib, participant wearable, finishers medal, and shipping of these items to you.
- Virtual participants can complete their event anytime between April 1 and April 25.
- Virtual participants must manually enter their results into the RunSignUp system anytime between April 1 and April 25 by 11:59PM to have their results listed online.
- Participants who register prior to April 1, virtual packets will be mailed out no later than the week of April 12, 2027.
- Participants who register April 1 or later, virtual packets will be mailed out no later than the week of April 26, 2027.
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.
If you have additional questions, please contact the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon at [email protected]
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