Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids
The Heatwave Half Marathon offers a summer road race with a focus on family fun and cool-down treats.
Race Date
Jul 26, 2026
Location
Caledonia, MI
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, July 26, 2026
- Location
- Caledonia, Michigan
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Heatwave Half Marathon in Caledonia, Michigan, promises a sun-soaked summer challenge, perfect for runners and their families. This race is designed for a fun summer outing, complete with a designer tank top and a custom medal for finishers.
Runners can expect a road course with minimal elevation changes, making it a potentially fast day. The event also includes a 10K, 5K, and a 1-mile fun run, ensuring participation for all ages and abilities. A virtual race option is available for those who can't attend in person.
The post-race celebration includes free ice cream to help beat the summer heat, alongside chip-timing with live results and awards. Registration by a specific deadline guarantees your race shirt, adding to the value of this community-focused summer event.
Race-provided description
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K! A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family. The fun includes – Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medalChip-timing with live results and awardsFree photosFREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool offPlenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t want to miss this one! Can’t make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! Youth-based pricing is available: ages 12 & under are only $17! Half Marathon/10K/5K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!) Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
Tank Top
Start Location
Caledonia High School, Caledonia, MI, 49316
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Rural
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
3 timing sources · 7 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 84°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
65°
Afternoon (High)
84°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids is held on Sunday, July 26, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids take place?
It takes place in Caledonia, Michigan.
What distances does the Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50m, 1 Miles, 5K, 10K, 13.1 Miles, Volunteer Then Run, Virtual Race.
Is the Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids course flat and good for a PR?
The Heatwave Half Marathon - Grand Rapids is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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