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Last Chance BQ.2 - Grand Rapids

📅 September 12, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Grand Rapids · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 13, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

26.2 mi

About

The Last Chance BQ.2 - Grand Rapids is a marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km) held at Secchia Meadows in Millennium Park, Grand Rapids, Michigan, on September 12, 2027, with a 7:00 a.m. start. It is designed specifically to help runners earn a Boston Marathon qualifying time and is known for its high percentage of qualifiers.

The shaded, pleasant course is capped at 330 runners and is organized by the team behind the University of Michigan Health-West Marathon in Grand Rapids. A 4:30 time limit applies, with accommodations possible for older runners who need more time. Entry is subject to qualifying standards, reflecting the specific preparation needed to target a Boston time, and the organizers optimize race conditions to maximize runners’ chances of success.

Highlights

  • Off-road
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