Last Chance BQ.2 Marathon - Grand Rapids
The Last Chance BQ.2 Marathon in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a premier Boston Marathon qualifying event held at Secchia Meadows in Millennium Park. Scheduled for September 7, 2025, this marathon offers a mostly flat, USATF-certified course featuring a scenic, paved loop of 4.05 miles that winds along the Grand River, crosses a footbridge, and passes through shaded meadows. The race is limited to 330 runners and boasts one of the highest Boston qualifier percentages in the country, around 60%.
Aid stations provide water and Gatorade, and the event includes a 4.5-hour time limit. Packet pickup occurs the day before and race morning. A training run, the Millennium Meadows Marathon, is available in August. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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