Groundhog Day Marathon
Updated
Friday, February 5, 2027, first start 6:30 PM, in Walker (1400 Maynard Ave SW). Distances: 4.37 miles, Half marathon (Sat), 17.47 miles, Marathon (Sat), 30.57 miles. Entry from $69 to $134; the 4.37 miles goes from $69 to $74 after November 29.
Course and race notes
We’ve all heard of Punxsutawney Phil, the little furry guy in Pennsylvania who comes out, sees his shadow, and declares six more weeks of winter.
Then there’s Augustus T. Groundhog, better known as Grand Rapids Gus. He’s Phil’s much more interesting cousin.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Friday, February 5
To Saturday, February 6, 2027 · in 90 days
Start time
6:30 PM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
4.37 miles · Fri Feb 5Half marathon · Sat Feb 617.47 miles · Fri Feb 5Marathon · Sat Feb 630.57 miles · Fri Feb 5
Price
$69 to $134
Plus the platform's processing fee
4.37 miles goes up after Sun Nov 29 (in 22 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Feb 6 (in 91 days)
Opened Apr 8, 2026
Race day in Walker
Weather
32° / 17°F
Typical high and low for February 5, with a 52% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, E Grand Rapids, MI (6.6 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:54 AM – 5:58 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Friday. The 6:30 PM start is after sunset, so bring a light and something reflective.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Lot A · free0.2 mi
- Lot B · free0.3 mi
7 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.2 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Thu Feb 4
Where to stay
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.