Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon
Commerce Charter Township, United States • 28 Nov 2025
The Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile race is a popular Thanksgiving weekend trail running event held at Proud Lake State Recreation Area in Commerce Township, Michigan. This late-morning race offers runners the choice between a half marathon and a 7.5-mile distance on well-groomed, easy-to-navigate trails surrounded by Michigan’s scenic late fall landscape of crisp air and evergreens. Starting at 11:00 AM, it allows participants to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner and still get a good rest. The event features custom long-sleeve tech shirts, finisher medals, post-race food, and awards. It is part of the Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series, making it a cherished tradition for local runners to kick off the holiday season on the trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.