Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon
Commerce Charter Township, United States • 27 Nov 2026
Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Mile
The Black Toenail Friday event takes place on Friday, November 27, 2026, at Proud Lake State Recreation Area in Commerce Township, Michigan. It is a trail running event held on well-groomed wooded trails at the Modern Campground (2928 Glengary Rd). Parking is located close to the start and finish area.
The event offers multiple entry options. Distances and formats include:
- Half Marathon
- 7.5 Mile
- Half Marathon Economy Package
- 7.5 Mile Economy Package
- Virtual Half Marathon
- Virtual 7.5 Mile
- Half Marathon Ruck
- 7.5 Mile Ruck
Registered participants receive a long sleeve technical shirt and a finisher's medal. Aid stations on course are stocked with Tailwind, Hüma gels, and water. Timing and live results are provided by Trivium Racing. The event awards overall and age group places and awards points toward the Trivium Southeast Michigan Running Series and Club Competition. There is an option to skip race swag through the Economy Package, and a race hoodie is available as an add-on.
Black Toenail Friday serves as the final race in the Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series where six individual race medals combine into a larger Mega Medal. The race has been organized as a post-Thanksgiving trail event and has been held since 2016. Post-race offerings mentioned include campfires, ramen, and hot beverages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.