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EPIC Marathon and Running Festival

EPIC Marathon and Running Festival

EPIC Marathon in Green Bay: a fast, flat loop through Wisconsin's heartland.

Race Date

May 16, 2027

Location

Green Bay, WI

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Quick facts

Date
Sunday, May 16, 2027
Location
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 0.1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
64,833

Highlights

Good For

PR FriendlyBeginner Friendly

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The EPIC Marathon & Running Festival returns each year to Green Bay, Wisconsin, drawing around 1,700 finishers from roughly 20 states. A loyal 31% of runners come back, testament to the race's welcoming atmosphere and well-organized event. Now in its 23rd edition, this half marathon offers a flat, loop course on paved roads — ideal for personal bests or Boston qualifiers.

Race day typically brings mild temperatures in the 50–70°F range with low precipitation, contributing to favorable conditions. The course winds through the city's streets, and the event's festival setting includes distances from the full marathon down to a kids' run. Finishers receive a tech T-shirt, and the flat profile makes it a favorite for first-timers and seasoned racers alike.

Race-provided description

The EPIC Marathon & Running Festival Is Back!

Logistics

Race Day

Sunday, May 16, 2027

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

Tech T-Shirt

Start Location

2351 Holmgren Way Suite 101, Green Bay, WI, 54304

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2 Miles13.1 Miles3.1 Miles0.1 Miles

Quality Score

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Methodology
Heritage20/20

23 years running

Size15/15

~1,686 finishers a year

Momentum3/5

shrinking

Loyalty20/20

31% returning runners

Course & details8/15

6 timing sources · 8 photos

National draw8/10

runners from 20 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:05:59

Weather5/10

typical high 70°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

50°

Afternoon (High)

70°

Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

63%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 64,833 finishers actually crossed the line across 23 years.

Most recent

2026

Total finishers

64,833

Median time

2:06:45

Latest turnout

709

States

50

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:00p50 median ≈ 2:106:10

Turnout by year

20172026

'17'18'19'22'23'24'25'26
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Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the EPIC Marathon and Running Festival?

The EPIC Marathon and Running Festival is held on Sunday, May 16, 2027, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the EPIC Marathon and Running Festival take place?

It takes place in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

What distances does the EPIC Marathon and Running Festival offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 0.1 Miles.

Is the EPIC Marathon and Running Festival course flat and good for a PR?

The EPIC Marathon and Running Festival is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the EPIC Marathon and Running Festival?

HalfRuns has finish records for 64,833 runners who have completed the EPIC Marathon and Running Festival.

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