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Martian Invasion of Races
Martian Invasion of Races is a marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids Run event held in Dearborn, Michigan. It is usually held in April; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 2,500 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- April
- Location
- Dearborn, MI
- Field size
- ~2,500 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- April (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Dearborn, Michigan
- Distances
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Run
- Field size
- About 2,500 runners
- Course
- Flat
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- runmartian.com
About the Martian Invasion of Races
A quirky, alien-themed spring race in Dearborn offering everything from a 5K to a full marathon, drawing several thousand participants with its welcoming, costume-friendly atmosphere.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- USATF-certified; Boston qualifier; popular early-spring marathon in metro Detroit
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Martian Invasion of Races: common questions
- When is the Martian Invasion of Races?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in April. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Martian Invasion of Races held?
- In Dearborn, Michigan.
- What distances does the Martian Invasion of Races offer?
- Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kids Run.
- How many people run the Martian Invasion of Races?
- About 2,500 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Martian Invasion of Races?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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