Grand Rapids, MI
Sunday, August 30, 2026
5 Stars from 1 Reviews
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Race Dates
2026: Sunday, August 30, 2026Course Information
Profile: Mostly FlatRace Day Weather
Mean Temp.: 70°F (21°C)PR Score & Course Score
PR Score: 95.10Race Size
2025: 160 FinishersBQ Percentages
2025: 16.3%Miscellaneous Information
Pace Groups?: No
Race Day Temperatures |
High: 79°F (26°C) |
Race Start Conditions |
60°F (16°C) |
PR Score |
95.28 |
Course Score |
98.57 |
The Millennium Meadows Marathon was the 296th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 277th largest marathon in the U.S..
In 2025, 16.3% of Millennium Meadows Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 12.1% of finishers qualified for Boston.
Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Millennium Meadows Marathon ranked 54th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 129th in 2024. In Michigan, it ranked 5th in 2025 and 7th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.
The Millennium Meadows Marathon has a Course Score of 99.03, ranking it as the 212th fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 10th fastest marathon course in Michigan.
Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are above the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Millennium Meadows Marathon a PR Score of 95.10. The PR Score ranks the Millennium Meadows Marathon as the 419th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 15th best marathon for a PR in Michigan.
Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Millennium Meadows Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Michigan for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.
Max Elevation: 647 feet (197m)
Min Elevation: 591 feet (180m)
Elevation Gain: 447 feet (136m)
Elevation Loss: 447 feet (136m)
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Course updated 12/23/2025
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Very nice course even if you go around in circles.
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