Grand Rapids, MI
Saturday, February 6, 2027
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Race Dates
2027: Saturday, February 6, 2027Course Information
Profile: Rolling HillsRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 25°F (-3°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 99.24Race Size
2026: 101 FinishersBQ Percentages
2026: 2%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 30°F (-1°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
21°F (-6°C) |
PR Score |
99.24 |
Course Score |
99.24 |
The Groundhog Day Marathon was the 341st largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 302nd largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2026, 2% of Groundhog Day Marathon finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 1.7% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Groundhog Day Marathon ranked 421st among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 193rd so far in 2026. In Michigan, it ranked 16th in 2025 and 6th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Groundhog Day Marathon with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.
The Groundhog Day Marathon has a Course Score of 99.24, ranking it as the 176th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 7th fastest marathon course in Michigan.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Groundhog Day Marathon a PR Score of 99.24. The PR Score ranks the Groundhog Day Marathon as the 125th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 5th best marathon for a PR in Michigan.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Groundhog Day Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Michigan for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 639 feet (194m)
Min Elevation: 589 feet (179m)
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