The Milwaukee Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K returns on Saturday, April 13. The marathon and half marathon courses start on Harbor Drive and finish at Humboldt Park. Both races begin at 7 a.m. The 5K begins at 7:30 a.m.
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Still, it was announced late last year that the marathon, half marathon and 5K races would return (for the first time in-person since 2019) with a new course on Saturday, April 13. That's just two days away, and, this time, it looks like the race is on. However, numerous roads throughout Milwaukee will be closed this weekend to accommodate the runners.
Here's what to know about the race and related road closures.
When is the 2024 Milwaukee Marathon?
The 2024 Milwaukee Marathon takes place on Saturday, April 13. The marathon and half marathon start at 7 a.m. The 5K starts at 7:30 a.m. What roads will be closed for the Milwaukee Marathon?
Numerous roads along the lakefront and the Oak Leaf Trail will be closed for the races. All road closures are Saturday only unless otherwise noted.
Where does the new Milwaukee Marathon course go?
The new Milwaukee Marathon and half marathon courses start on Harbor Drive at the Henry Maier Festival Park.
The full marathon course moves up the east side to Lake Park and follows the Oak Leaf Trail. It winds back down through Lakeshore State Park, the Third Ward and Walker's Point, ending at Humboldt Park in Bay View. The course also passes the art museum and touches Lincoln, Estabrook and South Shore parks.