2026 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon

Event Overview

We'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!

The 2026 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will return to Kalamazoo's iconic Bronson Park! All routes are USATF certified with the full and half marathon routes also certified as Boston Marathon qualifiers!

Be sure to check out the FAQs for all official procedures and policies regarding animals, age limits, and more.

PNC Kids' 1K

• Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
• Packet Pick-up: 9am
• Start Time: 10am
• Location: Downtown Kalamazoo

Early Packet Pick-Up for PNC Kids' 1K

• Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
• Time: 4:00-7:00 PM
• Location: Gazelle Sports Downtown Kalamazoo

Main Event Information

Zeigler Kalamazoo Full Marathon: Marathon Relay: Half Marathon: Half Marathon Relay: 10K Run: and 5K Run/Walk!

• Packet Pick-Up: 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).
• Saturday Pre-Race Celebration Events: Date: Saturday, April 25: Time: 9:00 AM - TBD: Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo.
• Day-Of Packet Pick-up: Date: Sunday, April 26: Time: 6:00 AM - start time of your event: Location: Bronson Park Downtown Kalamazoo.
• All Events: Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026

Race Start Times

• Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon and Marathon Relay Start: 7:00 AM
• Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay Start: 8:05 AM
• 10K Run Start: 8:30 AM
• 5K Run/Walk Start: 8:40 AM

Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon Virtual Events

• Option for Fans: 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!
• Registration Package: Registration for the virtual events includes a bib, tech shirt, finishers medal, and shipping of those items to you.
• Event Completion Period: Virtual participants can complete their event anytime between April 12, 2026 and May 10, 2026. Please note registration closes on April 26.
• Results Submission: 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.
• Packet Mailing: Virtual packets will be mailed out no later than the week of May 4, 2026.

Participant Information

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.

Contact Information

If you have additional questions, please contact the Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon at hello@zeiglerkalamazoomarathon.com.

Additional Details

For more details, visit the official race website.