Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus
The Gentex Park2Park Half Marathon is Holland, Michigan's largest fundraiser for Neighbors Plus.
Race Date
Sep 26, 2026
Location
Holland, MI
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Location
- Holland, Michigan
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4,474
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Gentex Park2Park Half Marathon, held annually in Holland, Michigan, serves as a significant fundraiser for Neighbors Plus, a local Christian Community Development Organization. The event, which has been running for 10 editions, typically sees around 393 finishers, drawing participants from approximately 8 states.
The race begins and ends at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, offering a course that is primarily road-based and designed to be flat, making it a potentially fast option for runners. The typical race-day weather in early fall provides comfortable temperatures, ranging from the mid-50s to upper-60s Fahrenheit.
With a repeat-runner loyalty rate of about 24%, the Park2Park race has cultivated a dedicated following. Participants receive a T-shirt as part of their registration, and the event also includes a 5K run/walk, catering to a broader range of participants.
Race-provided description
The Gentex Corporation Park2Park Race is the largest annual fundraiser for Neighbors Plus (www.neighborsplus.org), a Christian Community Development Organization in Holland, Michigan. The Gentex Corporation Park2Park Race includes a Half-Marathon run beginning at 8:00 a.m. and a 5K run/walk starting at 8:30 a.m. Both events start and finish at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds (1286 Ottawa Beach Road, Holland, Michigan, 49424). Both races are timed by Classic Race Management.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Ottawa County Fairgrounds, Holland, MI, 49424
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7610 years running
~393 finishers a year
shrinking
24% returning runners
3 timing sources · 7 photos
runners from 8 states
winner 1:16:12
typical high 69°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
69°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
77%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,474 finishers actually crossed the line across 10 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
4,474
Median time
2:09:44
Latest turnout
393
States
37
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus?
The Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus is held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus take place?
It takes place in Holland, Michigan.
What distances does the Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, Virtual Half Marathon, Virtual 5K.
Is the Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus course flat and good for a PR?
The Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,474 runners who have completed the Gentex Park2Park 1/2 Marathon & 5K for Neighbors Plus.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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