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49th Detroit Free Press Marathon kicks off with record participation

The 49th Detroit Free Press Marathon began at 7 a.m. Sunday, drawing an expected record crowd of about 30,000 across its multi‑event weekend.

By Published · 3:04 AM · Updated · 1 min read
49th Detroit Free Press Marathon kicks off with record participation

Key points

  • The marathon started at 7 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.
  • The weekend includes eight events, including a Kids Marathon and a 1‑mile race.
  • The 26.2‑mile course starts in downtown Detroit, crosses into Windsor, Ontario, and includes an underwater mile in the Detroit‑Windsor Tunnel.
  • Approximately 800 children ran the Kids Marathon, which had its first repeat winner.
  • Live coverage of the finish line was available as participants crossed the line later in the day.

The 49th Detroit Free Press Marathon, presented by MSU Federal Credit Union, started at 7 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.

The race is part of a three‑day weekend that includes eight events and an expected record of about 30,000 participants.

The main marathon covers the traditional 26.2‑mile course that begins in downtown Detroit and includes a crossing into Windsor, Ontario, with an underwater mile through the Detroit‑Windsor Tunnel.

In addition to the marathon, the weekend features the Kia Health and Fitness Expo, the Brooks Shakeout run, Children’s Hospital of Michigan Family Fun Day, a 1‑mile race, a 5K, the Meijer Little Detroit Dash and the Kids Marathon Presented by Priority Health.

Approximately 800 children took part in the third annual Kids Marathon, which saw its first repeat winner in event history.

Thousands of runners were seen on Detroit’s streets Sunday morning as the marathon proceeded.

Live coverage of the finish line was available as participants crossed the line later in the day.

Your questions, answered

What is the route of the 49th Detroit Free Press Marathon?

The marathon follows a 26.2‑mile course that starts in downtown Detroit, crosses into Windsor, Ontario, and includes an underwater mile through the Detroit‑Windsor Tunnel.

How many events are part of the marathon weekend?

The weekend features eight events, including the marathon, a 1‑mile race, a 5K, the Meijer Little Detroit Dash, and the Kids Marathon.

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