Mackinac Island Races 2011
Register for Six Terrific Races
Mackinac Island Races 2011 that are held on the Island include three (3) terrific running events. One event is a 10k run or walk, one is an eight mile run or walk and the other has both a half marathon or a 5.7 mile run and walk associated with it.
All three events on the Island are for the avid athlete or for the person wanting to try one for the first time. Each has a different route so a participant can enjoy different spectacular scenery of this small Island where time has stood still. If you aren’t a runner register as a walker and invite a friend to join you. On the average there are between 1500 to 2000 runners or walkers participating in each road race. Each run is growing in popularity due to the wonderful Mackinac Island location and weather so be sure to plan in advance.
Mackinac Island Races 2011 events are listed below:
- Mackinac Island Lilac Festival 10k on Saturday, June 11. Start time is 9:30 a.m. Click here to read more info about this 10K Race.
41st Annual Mackinac Island Eight Mile Run and Walk on Saturday, September 10. Start time is 9:30 a.m. Click here to get details and registration info.
Mackinac Island Great Turtle Half Marathon and 5.7 Mile Run or Walk on Saturday, October 22. Start time is 11:30 a.m.
Many people enjoy making these events a fun Mackinac Island family vacation too. All three races have Kids Runs associated with them with children receiving awards for participating.
Mackinac Bridge Race and Walk Events
Are Listed Below
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to run across the Mackinac Bridge? Here are the three fantastic events to make your dream a reality!
The Mackinac Bridge Memorial Day Run is on May 28, 2011 at 6 a.m.
The Labor Day Mackinac Bridge Walk and Run is Set for September 5, 2011
The Annual Fall Colors Bridge Race is on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 7 a.m.
Most
Mackinac Island Hotels
and the many quaint
Bed & Breakfasts
have specials for these running events if you reserve a room early. Staying in
Mackinaw City
or St. Ignace is a more economical way to participate since each town has national chain hotels with on-going specials; and, there are Mom and Pop motels which are budget minded due to their size and amenities. If you opt to stay off the Island you can take one of the three Mackinac Island ferries early in the morning. Just plan ahead so you don’t miss the start!
INSIDER TIP: If you plan to come over by a ferry on the morning for a race it is recommended you take an 8 a.m. boat for the events beginning at 9:30 and a 10 a.m. boat for the 11:30 event. All three events start quite a ways from the boat docks so plan on at least a one mile walk which is a great way to warm up.
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