Run the Pier Running Festival

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Run the Pier Running Festival is a premier annual race experience set along the beautiful Manistee lakeshore, showcasing some of the most iconic scenery Northern Michigan has to offer.

🏅 Race Options

• Race Types: Participants will run out onto Manistee’s historic North Pier, circling the legendary lighthouse before heading back along the shoreline in one of four race options: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon.
• Course Experience: Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply taking in the views, this is a course you won’t forget.

🏆 Finisher Awards

• Awards: This year’s festival features 600 total finisher awards—so run strong and earn yours.
• T-Shirt: Every registered athlete will receive an Official Run the Pier Running Festival T-shirt, along with additional swag items (to be announced).

🌅 Course Details

• Scenic Routes: The Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K courses wind along scenic Lakeshore Drive, delivering sweeping Lake Michigan views, fresh air, and a true Northern Michigan running experience.
• Route Information: All routes will be published on our website and shared through participant newsletters once finalized—thank you for your patience as we finalize details.

🎉 Event Growth

Run the Pier continues to grow each year, welcoming 600+ athletes from out of town, bringing energy and excitement to Manistee each summer.

📅 Event Details

• Date: Saturday, July 25th
• Food Options: Food trucks on-site with breakfast and lunch options for athletes, families, and spectators.

🌊 Final Thoughts

Run the pier. Circle the lighthouse. Finish with the lake at your side.

🔗 Learn More

For more information, visit Run the Pier Running Festival.