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Hotels

Room block discounts are available at the following hotels:

Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown

120 W. Huron Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Just steps from the start line!

Stay Dates: October 3–5, 2026
Guest Room Rate: $199/night

Guests requesting a late checkout should email ehill@firsthospitality.com or inquire at the front desk.

Book Your Stay: Residence Inn Downtown
Reservation Deadline: Sunday, September 6, 2026


AC Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown

120 W. Huron Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Located 0.3 miles from the start line

Stay Dates: October 3–5, 2026
Guest Room Rate: $199/night

Guests may request an extended checkout of up to 3:00 p.m.

Book Your Stay: AC Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown
Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

 

Road Closures

Thank you for your patience and understanding as this annual event raises money for local charities while helping more than 2,500 people from around the world achieve personal health and fitness goals. Roads will likely begin to open earlier than posted times as long as it is deemed safe for both the drivers and runners!

The roads below have the potential to be closed from 3 a.m. - 1 p.m. but will reopen as the last runner passes through. 

S. Ashley from W. Washington to W. Liberty

Liberty from S. Ashley to State

State from E. Liberty to S. University

South University from State to East University

Observatory from Geddes to Washington Heights

East U across Pedestrian Mall to North U.- cross North U.

Palmer Field path to Observatory

Observatory to Geddes

Geddes to E. Huron River Dr.

E. Huron River Dr. to N. Dixboro

N. Dixboro to Geddes Rd.

Geddes Rd. to Fuller Rd. where runners will move to sidewalk (traffic will be stopped intermittently to let runners cross the road)

Fuller Rd. Sidewalk to Fuller Ct. Sidewalk toward westbound Fuller Rd. sidewalk (traffic will be stopped intermittently to let runners cross the road)

Fuller Rd. sidewalk to E. Medical Center Dr. sidewalk to Arb entrance

Arb trails to Washington Heights

Closed 7 a.m. – noon
Observatory from CCRB Bridge exit to Geddes
Geddes from Observatory to Huron Parkway (only eastbound lane open)
Huron Parkway to East Huron River Drive (the eastern/northbound lane only)
East Huron River Drive from Huron Parkway to Dixboro (eastbound lane open)
Dixboro Road to Old Dixboro Road
Washington Heights to Observatory

Parking

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Gear Check

On race morning, you may check a supplied clear plastic gear bag at the designated Gear Check area located in the 1st & Huron Parking Lot (enter from Ashley & Washington). This area is one block north of the start/finish line.

Drop-Off Hours

7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Pick-Up Hours

9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Gear Check Bag Details

  • Pick up your bag and label at the expo or at the Gear Check area on race day.
  • Bag size: 16” × 20” with a gusseted bottom.
  • Affix your label before handing the bag to race personnel.
  • Items that do not fit inside the official bag will NOT be accepted.

Important Reminders

  • Cinch and tie the drawstrings so your belongings don’t fall out.
  • Do not check valuables.
  • We will do our best to safeguard bags, but we are not responsible for lost items and/or gear check bags.

Fluids, Foods & On-Course Amenities

Your safety and performance are our top priority. Please take fluids, fuel, and amenities only from official aid stations along the course.

  • Water: Absopure Spring Water available every 1.5 miles
  • Sports Drink: Gatorade® Endurance Formula™ (exclusive race sports drink), Lemon-Lime flavor at every official station
  • Energy Gels: GU Gels at mile 6.5 and mile 19.5
  • Portable Toilets: Located at every aid station

Eco-Friendly Service

  • Fluids will be served in compostable cups.
  • Tables will be set up on both sides of the course.
  • To avoid congestion at the first table, head to a later one—then keep moving once you’ve grabbed your drink!

Mile Markers, Clocks & Timing

  • Mile Markers: Clearly posted at every mile
  • Course Clocks: Synchronized to the start of Wave 1
  • Timing Mats: Strategically placed for accurate splits and results

Participant Tracking

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WHY RACE ALONE WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE TO?
SHARE RACE DAY WITH YOUR SUPPORTING FAMILY AND FRIENDS!

Follow the instructions below or view the tutorial video at the bottom of the page. If you still have questions,  check out the RaceJoy website for additional support!

To get started, please download the RaceJoy app from the App Store or GooglePlay.

When you have downloaded the app, open it and look for the Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon.  We have set up the tracking for all distances.

IMPORTANT: In order for tracking to work, the runner must carry their phone with them on race day with the RaceJoy app running and the tracking enabled!

 

FOR RUNNERS
To setup your phone as a race participant to be tracked by someone, select the “I Want To Be Tracked” option.

PROFILE SETUP

  • Create a RaceJoy profile using the same information that you submitted when you registered for the race
    Select which course you are doing and enter your BIB number when prompted (if you do not have your BIB number yet, you can choose the BIB pending option)
  • Select your name in the list to link your RaceJoy profile to your race registration
  • Confirm your profile

TRACKING SETUP

  • Confirm that the device you are using is the device you will be carrying with you along the course on race day
  • Setup the options you want for tracking (GPS Progress & Audio Alerts are on by default), if you choose the Facebook and Twitter options, you will need to grant access to RaceJoy to post on your behalf
  • Test your tracking to see if your device is connecting with RaceJoy

You can share on social media and send personal invitations to family & friends to track you on race day!

SPECIAL NOTES FOR RELAY TEAMS
Team Set Up:

-All need to carry their own phone and click “I Want to Be Tracked” upon initial set up. Follow the prompts.

-Select “Relay Course” option in course selection section.

-Sign up with team or add team to list, if not shown.Relay Team START: ALL push START MY RACE as the first team member crosses the start line.

-Each team member clicks their own ”Start My Race” button in RaceJoy. In order to receive more accurate progress updates, ALL click this when the first member crosses the start line. Team members not present at the start line can click “Start My Race” when they get the alert that the first member has started the race.

Verify Proper Team Set Up:

-Click the More button on race page in RaceJoy.

-Click Profile: If you do not see your team name at the top of the screen, redo your setup by clicking your name and following the Team Set Up
TIPS

  • Make sure that your Location Services are ALWAYS ON for RaceJoy
  • Make sure that Background App Refresh is ON for RaceJoy
  • Make sure that WiFi is turned off on your phone on race day so that tracking is not interrupted with your device seeking out wireless networks
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FOR SPECTATORS
To setup your phone as a spectator who is tracking a runner, select the “I Want To Track Someone” option.

ADDING RUNNERS TO TRACK

  • Confirm that the person you want to track or Send-a-Cheer to has RaceJoy setup by searching their name or BIB number
  • Select the user from the list by clicking the plus icon

PROFILE SETUP

  • Create a spectator login by entering YOUR name and email address – DO NOT ENTER THE RUNNER’S INFORMATION!
  • Confirm your profile information

TRACKING SETUP

  • Select the alerts you want to receive on your device from the runner you are tracking

You are now ready to track your runner on race day!

CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS PLUS A VIDEO

Zero Waste Event

♻️ A Leave No Trace Event

At Epic Races, sustainability is a core part of how we operate. Instead of traditional trash cans, you’ll find a centralized Zero Waste Station known as  “Ground Zero.” Powered by our friends at Happy Planet Running and our rockstar volunteers, this is where every wrapper, cup, plate, and crumb goes to live its best recycled, composted, or reused life!

Please bring all of your trash to Ground Zero. Our Green Team will sort, weigh, and record everything to produce our post-event Sustainability Report. Your participation helps us reduce our environmental footprint and keep our venue beautiful.

See our sustainability reports here:
2025 Probillity Ann Arbor Marathon Sustainability Report

2024 Probility Ann Arbor Marathon Sustainability Report

Past Probility Ann Arbor Marathon Sustainability Reports

Interested in getting involved?
Join our Epic Green Team by signing up here: Become a Green Team Volunteer .

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