Built for Detroit.

Built for Detroit.

Created by the team behind the Detroit Free Press Marathon, the Motor City Half brings decades of race experience to a new spring tradition in Detroit. It’s a race shaped by the character of the city, the energy of its people and the pride that comes with running here.

More ways to run with us

More ways to run with us

The Motor City Half is produced by the team behind the Detroit Free Press Marathon, Detroit’s longest-running major race tradition. Along with the marathon, our team produces other events that bring runners together throughout the year.

Explore our races.

Detroit Free Press Marathon
Corktown Race

Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Every race has a team behind it. Ours is made up of people who love Detroit, love running and love bringing people together through great race experiences.

Aaron Velthoven

VP, Race Director

Marcy Viselli

Marketing & Expo Director

Katie Swor

Operations Director

Lauri Schippert

Information Director

Kristin Orr

Volunteer Director

Aimie Rosner

Partnership Director

Kevin Valencourt

Graphic Designer

Lilly Schroeder

Volunteer Operations Support

Join us for the inaugural Motor City Half

Join us for the inaugural Motor City Half

April 25, 2027

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