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Mackinac Island Eight Mile Run and Walk

Sat, Sep 12, 2026 • 9:30 AM—12:00 PM
Mackinac Island, MI

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Race the Island perimeter with 1800 participants in this scenic summer-ending event. Don’t miss the 55th running of one of the oldest races and most picturesque races in Michigan! #thisismackinac #runmackinac

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