Mackinac Island Eight Mile Run & Walk

Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT

Location: Mackinac Island, MI; One Lakeshore Drive, 49757
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

Run or walk the perimeter of car-free Mackinac Island, enjoying spectacular views and a step back in time.

Scenic
Quirky

Experience the 54th running of the Mackinac Island Eight Mile Run & Walk, a truly unique event set on a historic island where no motorized vehicles are allowed. This early fall race invites you to run or walk the island's perimeter, offering sparkling water views, spectacular scenery, and charming historic sites. Join over 1800 participants for an unforgettable journey back in time, exploring a destination accessible only by ferry.

What to expect

Enjoy a scenic 8-mile journey around Mackinac Island's perimeter.
Take in sparkling water views, historic sites, and spectacular scenery.
Walkers are warmly welcomed to experience this unique car-free island.

Standout details

Car-free island experience
Accessible only by ferry
Historic island setting
54th annual running

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Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

8 Miles
Sat, Sep 12, 9:30 AM EDT · From $54.65
Opens Dec 13, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
8 Miles
Sat, Sep 12, 9:30 AM EDT · From $54.65
Opens Dec 13, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
8 Miles
Sat, Sep 12, 9:30 AM EDT · From $54.65
Opens Dec 13, 2025, 7:01 PM EST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

+ 1 more option

800 Yards
Sat, Sep 12, 11:45 AM EDT · From $17.55
Opens Dec 14, 2025, 4:00 PM EST · Closes Sep 6, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

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The course

From the organizer

Join us September 12, 2026, at 9:30 am for the 54th running of one of the oldest and most scenic races in Michigan. Early Fall is the best time of year to run or walk the perimeter of Mackinac Island, where you will enjoy sparkling water, spectacular views and historic sites!

The Island is a unique destination that can only be reached by ferry - and no motorized vehicles allowed. Step back in time to a bygone era where travel is done by foot, bicycle, carriage or horse. We're expecting over 1800 runners and walkers this year - the Mackinac Island Eight Mile is definitely a race you will never forget!

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