Portage Winter Blast

Portage Winter Blast 2026, held in Portage, Michigan, offers a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K Run/Walk. Hosted by Kalamazoo Area Runners and the City of Portage, it’s a community celebration of health and wellness—a race for runners run by runners and a solid training event for the Kalamazoo Marathon. Packet pickup and expo are at Loy Norrix High School, with extended Saturday hours and on-site morning pickup.

Course maps are available: Half Marathon map published, with 10K and 5K maps coming soon. Sponsors include Mitten Running Co., Kellogg, and local wellness partners. The event fosters a supportive, community-driven atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.