Gandy Dancer Marathon

Set along the Gandy Dancer State Trail in Luck, Wisconsin, the Gandy Dancer Marathon is an autumn running weekend offering a Marathon (Boston Qualifier), Half Marathon, 5k, Marathon Relay, and Kids Fun Run. The flat limestone trail starts and finishes near the Luck Fire Department, with a route visiting Milltown and Frederic before returning to Luck. The course is USATF-certified (WI14032DM for 2023, WI23001MAB for 2024) and not fully closed to traffic, with crossing safety support and aid stations.

Finishers earn medals; top male, top female, and relay prizes. Registrants by June receive a beanie; by Sept 14 get a guaranteed shirt. Finish line celebration with music. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.