Race Start Time is 9:30 am!
End your Summer with the Mackinac 8 Mile Road Race
Join us for the 53rd anniversary of this exciting, summer-ending event. You will experience Mackinac Island in one of the oldest and most scenic races in Michigan. The Island is a unique destination that can only be reached by ferry. Step back in time to a bygone era where travel is done by foot, bicycle, carriage or horse. With up to 1,600 runners and walkers, this is definitely a race you and your family will never forget!
Race Photos on Your Results Page!
We are offering FREE race photos to all of our participants. After the race, view your results and photos taken at the race – all on one page! You will be able to share as many photos as you want for free!
2024 Mackinac Island Trio Series!
Register for three RunMackinac races (either the Fort2Fort 5 Mile or the Lilac Festival 10K, plus both the Mackinac Eight Mile and the Great Turtle Trail Race) and you will receive a special Mackinac Island Trio Series medal. This will be a separate medal from the other finisher’s medals you will receive at the completion of all three races, and will be awarded following the Great Turtle Half Marathon. You can register individually for all three events and be eligible for the Trio and the medal.
Great Race Shirts and Medals!
All participants receive a great long sleeve shirt and a commemorative Mackinac Island Eight Mile medal!
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This year marks the 29th running of one of the most scenic trail events in the state. Join over 2200 participants running and walking the inside trails of Mackinac Island during the last open weekend of the season.
Great Swag! Great Turtle is known for it’s swag! This year we’re bringing back a favorite in a new color. Our 2025 garment is a dark green quarter zip tech shirt, with lime green overstitch
All who register will receive:
- Our Great Turtle commemorative garment
- Our signature finish medal
- Free digital photos
- Post Race Refreshments
- A great challenging course
- The friendliest volunteers ever!
- Fun, festivities, and sales at Mission Point and Downtown
Come enjoy the beauty of late fall on Mackinac Island, great end-of-season sales and fun Halloween events for adults and kids.
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2025 Mackinac Island Trio Series!
Register for three RunMackinac races (either the Fort2Fort 5 Mile or the Lilac Festival 10K, plus both the Mackinac Eight Mile and the Great Turtle Trail Race) and you will receive a special Mackinac Island Trio Series medal. This will be a separate medal from the other finisher’s medals you will receive at the completion of all three races, and will be awarded following the Great Turtle Half Marathon. To register for the Trio, go to either the Fort2Fort or Lilac 10k races and you will see the registration box. You can also register individually for all three events and be eligible for the Trio and the medal.
Special Rates at Mission Point Resort for the Race and the Trio Series!
Mission Point is holding rooms for all RunMackinac events at special rates – if you call to reserve rooms for your three Trio races and tell them you are doing the Trio, you will receive a 10% discount. Call 800-833-7711 to get the 10% Trio discount.
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Mackinac Island Road Races On Facebook
Below are the latest postings from the Mackinac Island Road Races Page On Facebook.
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A lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island’s natural winter wonderland.
The trail begins at Greany Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate.
The trail is groomed, track set, lit by lanterns and approximately two miles long.
This is a free event sponsored by Mackinac State Historic Parks, Mackinac Island Community Foundation and the Mackinac Island Ski Club.
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Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 3, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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In celebration of World Snow Day, Crystal Mountain is offering a variety of activities geared to introduce “first timers” to the great world of snow.
Learn
12pm – 4pm: View a Snow Gun and Groomer up close! Located on the slopes behind the Crystal Center.
1pm: Cross Country Presentation – Meet at the Cross Country Learning Center. Free to join!
2pm: Snowshoeing Presentation – Meet at Park at Water’s Edge. Free to join!
3pm: Adults & Kids Ski and Snowboard Presentation – Meet at the Learning Area outside the Mountain Adventure Zone. Free to join!
Enjoy
12 – 4pm: Scavenger Hunt – Pick up clues at the Park at Water’s Edge. Free to participate!
Experience
Call or visit the Park at Water’s Edge for rentals, to reserve your space or to learn additional information. Call 231-378-2238 . Rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ice Skating – $12 per person for 1-hour rental.
Fat Tire Snow Bikes – $20 per person for 1-hour rental.
Snowshoeing – $15 per person for 1-hour rental.
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Crystal Mountain On Facebook
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