Race Day Info
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There’s a time limit for the course. Everyone MUST be off the course by 1 PM. The City of Charlevoix does not permit us to keep the streets closed longer than 1 PM. Anyone who can not make it off the course by this time must finish on the sidewalk, turn their time into support@RFeventservices.com and to be aware that our aid stations will be shutting down, marshall’s are gone as well as local authorities. Our staff will be on the course making sure you have a safe finish.
Remember – the bridge goes up every half hour. Please plan accordingly.
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Race times for placement and awards
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Tracking athletes on the course.
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2026 Frequently Asked Questions
START TIMES -
Please note new start times.
Marathon: 6:00 am
Half Marathon: 6:30 am
10K Run/Walk: 7:00 am
5K Run/Walk: 7:15 am
Aid Stations- Furnished with Powerade, water, GU, coke syrup, and a first aid kit. GU in 5 flavors. There will be a rolling close of all aid stations. Starting with # 9. Aid Station #1 will be on the course until approximately 12:45 PM.
The Charlevoix Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifying race. Both the Marathon and the Half Marathon courses are certified and insured by USATF.
*There will NOT be an early start for any registered athlete.
RACE PHOTOS
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Photographers will be at the start line, on the course and at the finish line. The official photo site link will be sent to you after race day.
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Link for free 2025 photos - coming after the race is over
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Lind to purchase 2025 photos - coming after the race is over
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POST RACE FOOD
The post race food is served at the registration tents. Please note that the post race food is for registered athletes - not your family. Support the local restaurants. All food will follow the current State of Michigan Covid-19 rules.
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TRACKING INFO
At this year’s Charlevoix Marathon we will be providing on course tracking of runners at the 13.1 Mile for Marathon runners, the Half Marathon Turn and Finish line for all runners. You will be able to track your family and friends progress in the Marathon on your smartphone. Type in www.rfeventservices.com/cvx on your smartphone browser and enter their name or Race Number. Select their Results under their Name to view their results or Track to watch their progress in the Race. You can follow multiple runners by searching for their Name/Race Number and selecting Track. For complete results, and more Live Tracking, go to RFTiming.com and select Charlevoix Marathon under the 2026 tab.
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RFTiming will be assigning bib numbers and will send a confirmation to everyone. If you do not receive it by Friday, June 18, please contact support@rftiming.com. You don’t need a confirmation to pick up your bib. We have you covered.
Any changes of categories must be done on site if there’s room in the category after June 10th. No exceptions! The race will be full before then. There may not be enough spots in another distance. You may transfer to a new distance on site, June 19 If there’s room. Pick up your original bib and shirt. Bring them to the registration tent for us to make the adjustment.
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Please let the office know if you are not coming for any reason. Remember there's a no deferral, no refund policy. We do allow transfers. The race insurance is a great deal for a few dollars.
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Note from RF Event Services - Please follow these steps. This can effect your time registering.
Race number should be pinned, horizontally on the OUTSIDE of any jacket or clothing on the FRONT, below your chest and as close to the waist as possible. Water carriers or gel packs near the number can also affect the read. Wearing the number visibly on the front will insure a finish time even if the equipment fails due to video back up.
PARKING INFORMATION There’s plenty of FREE parking around town. The morning of the event, DON'T PARK WHERE THERE'S A METER if you can't be back to your vehicle by 12:00 sharp. Charlevoix PD will ticket.
WHERE TO PARK TO WATCH THE EVENT ON THE COURSE
ARE THERE ANY RESTAURANTS OPEN ON RACE DAY MORNING? Yes!!!
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Harwood Gold will open at 5:00 am. Bridge St Featuring amazing food and a special blended coffee by Desire Linden.....
​J Bird - Bridge Park Dr Opens at 10:00 AM
Cafe Meria - Mason St Opens at 8:00 AM
The Vue - Bridge St opens at 1:00 PM
​Smoke on the Water - Park Ave 7:00 am
The French Place - Bridge St
The Hotel Earl - Corner of Michigan Ave and E. Dixon at the start line. 10 am
Harbor View Cafe - Bridge St Opens at 7:00 am
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The Cantina -
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BAG DROP
We do not have a bag drop.
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FINISH LINE POLICY: The City of Charlevoix Police Department has established a finish line policy. No one other that the athletes, officials, and staff will be permitted in the finish line area starting at W. Dixon to PIne River Dr. They are also requesting that the public use the crosswalks at the bridge only not at Dixon Aves.
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WEATHER POLICY
The Charlevoix Marathon will be delayed or canceled if any of the following weather conditions exist:
If for any reason the race is cancelled during the race, notification will be given to the Sheriff and Police, and aid station personnel. They will inform runners of conditions as best they can of the situation. Once the event is officially cancelled, it will not be restarted. Runners may choose to continue to complete the course at their discretion and at their own risk, but results and times will not be recorded or posted.
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Cancellation:Tornado Warning or Watch, Thunderstorm Warning, Severe Rain and or Extreme Wind.
The events will be canceled if any of the above mentioned weather conditions still exist at the end of the 1 hour delay period. Although unlikely, other conditions such as extreme heat could also cause the race to be canceled.
Specifically, when pandemics, weather, or other physical conditions present a danger to participants as a whole, we maintain the right to cancel the race(s). Less threatening conditions could result in an alteration of the course or race length to promote a safer result for the participants. These conditions will be recognized as “Force Majeure” “an act of God” and will not result in the refunding of race entry fees or deferral to another year. The production of a race of this size results in substantial expense and planning prior to the actual race itself. Thus, in the event of a forced cancellation of the event, it is very likely that the financial impact on the race would not be any different than if the race was held without compromise.
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In the event a cancellation or alteration takes place, Charlevoix Marathon will advise participants through various traditional and non-traditional media channels on a timely basis if at all possible. We will text and email each athlete. The local authorities and the staff will drive the course to inform everyone about the situation. It is the responsibility of each participant to have some means of communication device on their person in case the officials need to reach out with new information.
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Authority to Cancel the Race -The National Weather Service, local law enforcement and the Race Director have the exclusive authority to cancel any of the events. If threatening weather conditions force cancellation of the event, no refunds can be provided, since funds are already spent in preparation for Race Day.
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Delay: The start of the any of the events can be delayed up to one hour if any of the above mentioned conditions exist.
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REFUND POLICY
Unfortunately Good Boy Events cannot refund or defer your registration fees for any reason, other than for those who are active military and have to report to duty. We do offer the option of a transfer to another category or to another person. We offer insurance that will cover most of the reasons you can't make it to the race. Check it out before you finalize your registration. You can't add it later. Remember, no one plans for the unexpected. If you have any questions, please contact us at sharon@charlevoixmarathon.com