Holland Haven Marathon

Holland, Michigan, United States

Sep 09, 2018

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Past event · 2018 edition

Holland Haven Marathon

Holland Michigan

Sep 09, 2018

Marathon Half-Marathon 8K Running

$49.00 – $115.00

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About this race

Sunday September 13, 2026 Holland Haven Marathon XIII: Running - Community - Celebration The Holland Haven Marathon offers runners a scenic experience along Lake Michigan, starting in Grand Haven and finishing in downtown Holland. This USATF certified marathon takes place in early September, providing mild weather and a final chance to qualify for the Boston Marathon. The Holland Haven Half Marathon starts at Camp Geneva and follows a picturesque route along Lakeshore Drive into Holland, featuring a mostly flat course on paved paths. The 8K Race serves as a perfect introduction to longer distances, with a flat, out-and-back course suitable for both novice and experienced runners. Holland Haven runners can also join virtually, earning a commemorative race medal regardless of their race-day attendance. Our 2026 event celebrates America's 250th birthday, honoring running, community, and national pride along one of West Michigan's most scenic routes. Creating beautiful memories for runners to celebrate with our entire Holland community.

Join fellow runners on September 9, 2018 for the Holland Haven Marathon. It's a fantastic Marathon, Half-Marathon, 8K featuring a flat and fast course in Holland.

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Full Marathon

Holland Haven Marathon runners experience the beautiful coast of Lake Michigan as they travel from Grand Haven to Holland. This point-to-point marathon follows Lakeshore Drive past summer cottages and over majestic hills right into downtown Holland. The early September weekend allows for mild weather and a last chance to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Boston qualifying hopefuls love this opportunity to make the cut only one day before registration opens. The 26.2 mile course is USATF certified as a Boston qualifier.

Sep 09, 2018 Marathon 7:30 AM

$115.00

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Half Marathon

The 13.1 mile Holland Haven Half Marathon begins at Camp Geneva Christian Youth Camp along the Lake Michigan coastline. Runners follow the scenic Lakeshore Drive past the beaches and into the City of Holland. The flat and fast course is comprised of paved bike paths along Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa. This one-way race is one-of-a-kind in West Michigan, uniting communities in a unique event.

Sep 09, 2018 Half-Marathon 8:00 AM

$90.00

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8K

The 8K race is a great segue into longer distance races. The 2nd annual Holland Haven 8 kilometer race is a flat route, out-and-back course. As a mid-distance road race, it is accessible enough for the novice runner yet incredibly challenging to experienced racers. Participants can do the Holland Haven 8K as a fun run with kids and as an 8K walk. All runners celebrate their accomplishments at our post race party with live music, local beer, local cider, local food and vendor race expo. Every race finisher retrieves a commemorative race medal. Those completing all 3 distances in separate years earn the coveted Trifecta Medal.

Sep 09, 2018 8K 8:30 AM

$49.00

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About Holland

Holland Haven Marathon takes place in Holland, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/Detroit.

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