The Armed Services Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K is an annual race held in Grand Haven, Michigan, dedicated to honoring all branches of the U.S. military and first responders. Taking place on May 18, 2025, the event features scenic courses that start and finish on the track inside the Grand Haven High School football stadium. The marathon course is USATF-certified, making it a qualifying race for prestigious events like the Boston and New York City Marathons, as well as the Abbott World Marathon Majors Series. The event fosters a strong sense of patriotism, with pre-race ceremonies including a Joint Services Honor Guard presentation and the National Anthem. A unique feature of the race is that each military branch staffs an aid station, with runners voting for the best one—earning the winning branch the coveted "Traveling Trophy."
Races
The Armed Services Marathon, held on May 18, 2025, takes runners on a 26.2-mile route in Grand Haven, Michigan, with a 184-meter elevation gain through scenic paths and lightly trafficked roads. Hosted by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, this Boston and New York City Marathon qualifying event combines race-day challenge with a celebration of military and first-responder service.
The Armed Services Half Marathon on May 18, 2025, offers a scenic 21.1-km route with a 92-meter elevation gain, welcoming runners of all levels in Grand Haven, Michigan. This USA Track & Field-certified race is a New York City Marathon qualifier, organized by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, and features tributes to service members along the course.
The Armed Services 5K, part of the Grand Haven event on May 18, 2025, offers a friendly, scenic route with a 23-meter elevation gain, perfect for runners and walkers alike. Organized by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, the 5K race includes a patriotic opening ceremony and celebrates military and first-responder contributions.
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FAQs
What is the Armed Services Marathon?
How long is the Armed Services Marathon?
Where does the Armed Services Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Armed Services Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Armed Services Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Armed Services Marathon?
The Armed Services Marathon, held on May 18, 2025, takes runners on a 26.2-mile route in Grand Haven, Michigan, with a 184-meter elevation gain through scenic paths and lightly trafficked roads. Hosted by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, this Boston and New York City Marathon qualifying event combines race-day challenge with a celebration of military and first-responder service.
The Armed Services Marathon is 42km long.
The Armed Services Marathon takes place in Grand Haven, Michigan, United States.
The Armed Services Marathon elevation gain is 184 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Armed Services Marathon?
The Armed Services Marathon, held on May 18, 2025, takes runners on a 26.2-mile route in Grand Haven, Michigan, with a 184-meter elevation gain through scenic paths and lightly trafficked roads. Hosted by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, this Boston and New York City Marathon qualifying event combines race-day challenge with a celebration of military and first-responder service.
How long is the Armed Services Marathon?
The Armed Services Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Armed Services Marathon take place?
The Armed Services Marathon takes place in Grand Haven, Michigan, United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Armed Services Marathon?
The Armed Services Marathon elevation gain is 184 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Armed Services Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Armed Services Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Armed Services Half Marathon?
How long is the Armed Services Half Marathon?
Where does the Armed Services Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Armed Services Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Armed Services Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Armed Services Half Marathon?
The Armed Services Half Marathon on May 18, 2025, offers a scenic 21.1-km route with a 92-meter elevation gain, welcoming runners of all levels in Grand Haven, Michigan. This USA Track & Field-certified race is a New York City Marathon qualifier, organized by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, and features tributes to service members along the course.
The Armed Services Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Armed Services Half Marathon takes place in Grand Haven, Michigan, United States.
The Armed Services Half Marathon elevation gain is 92 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Armed Services Half Marathon?
The Armed Services Half Marathon on May 18, 2025, offers a scenic 21.1-km route with a 92-meter elevation gain, welcoming runners of all levels in Grand Haven, Michigan. This USA Track & Field-certified race is a New York City Marathon qualifier, organized by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, and features tributes to service members along the course.
How long is the Armed Services Half Marathon?
The Armed Services Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Armed Services Half Marathon take place?
The Armed Services Half Marathon takes place in Grand Haven, Michigan, United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Armed Services Half Marathon?
The Armed Services Half Marathon elevation gain is 92 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Armed Services Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Armed Services Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Armed Services 5km?
How long is the Armed Services 5km?
Where does the Armed Services 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Armed Services 5km?
How can I prepare for the Armed Services 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Armed Services 5km?
The Armed Services 5K, part of the Grand Haven event on May 18, 2025, offers a friendly, scenic route with a 23-meter elevation gain, perfect for runners and walkers alike. Organized by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, the 5K race includes a patriotic opening ceremony and celebrates military and first-responder contributions.
The Armed Services 5km is 5km long.
The Armed Services 5km takes place in Grand Haven, Michigan, United States.
The Armed Services 5km elevation gain is 23 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Armed Services 5km?
The Armed Services 5K, part of the Grand Haven event on May 18, 2025, offers a friendly, scenic route with a 23-meter elevation gain, perfect for runners and walkers alike. Organized by Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, the 5K race includes a patriotic opening ceremony and celebrates military and first-responder contributions.
How long is the Armed Services 5km?
The Armed Services 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Armed Services 5km take place?
The Armed Services 5km takes place in Grand Haven, Michigan, United States.
What is the elevation gain of the Armed Services 5km?
The Armed Services 5km elevation gain is 23 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Armed Services 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Armed Services 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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