What you
need to know
race day detail
DAY:
October 5, 2025
TIME:
7am Start Full and Half start together
WHERE:
400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
South side of the Baird Center on Wisconsin Ave.
Online Registration
Online registration will remain open until capacity is reached or until October 3, 2025.
There will be NO RACE DAY registration. Last chance is at MLM Expo!
Registration Entry fees
January 1 - $70
Price Increase on January 8
Price Increase on January 15
Price Increase on January 22
Price Increase on February 1
Price increase on April 1
Price increase on June 1
Price increase on August 1
Price increase on September 16
Limited AMOUNT OF RUNNERS
The event is limited to 2500 marathon runners and 3500 half-marathon runners.
Fees are non-refundable.
Bib transfers and distance changes are available through August 31, 2025, unless the race distance has reached capacity.
Expo & packet pick-up
All participants will be given an official Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon gear bag at packet pick-up. Use the bag to transport your personal items to the start line where you may retrieve it after your run. Runners are encouraged not to put valuables in the bag (cellphones, keys, wallets, etc.).
Our course
The 43rd edition of the Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon offers participants a unique and scenic route along the shores of Lake Michigan and through downtown Milwaukee. Notably, this marathon is the only race that crosses over the iconic Hoan Bridge, providing runners with breathtaking views of the city and the lake.
As one of the largest marathons in the state, it attracts runners from all over the country and internationally, eager to experience the beauty of the course and the vibrant atmosphere of Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon is produced by the Badgerland Striders Running Club and we are proud to say this event is "For Runners, By Runners!"
MaiNtaining Pace on the Hoan Bridge
The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon has applied for permits that require re-opening of streets in a structured timeframe. For your safety and information, we wish to inform you of the following time-frame checkpoints that will be enforced:
Full Marathon participants should be:
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On the Hoan Bridge (approx. mile 7.5) by 9:15 am (18:00 min/mile pace).
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At the south end of the Hoan Bridge (approx. mile 23.5) by1:00 pm and at the 26.2mile finish line by 1:30 pm (14:42 min/mile pace).
NOTE: The Hoan Bridge is not a pedestrian bridge and therefore we cannot allow for “rules of the road” finishes. In the event that you are unable to maintain the above paces, we will ask you to board our SAG wagon or to notify an Aid Station volunteer who will call for a ride taking you to the Finish line which will result in a DNF.
The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon provides a pace team for the full and half marathon. Click below for more information.
Water and Bathroom Stops
Each aid station will have water, Gatorade and portable toilets. GU brand gels will be available on the course at three locations. Water stops are located approximately every two miles.
Parking and Shuttle
The Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon provides FREE parking to participants and supporters. Shuttle service will be provided for the half and full marathon. Click below for more information.
PRizes
The awards presentation will be held on the After-Party celebration stage at 11am.
