NEWS RELEASE
SAULT STE. MARIE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
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After six long years, the Sault International Festival of Races will be returning to Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan! For the first time since 2019, the race, which takes runners along the International Bridge, is ready and set to go. The Sault International Festival of Races will take place Sept. 27 and 28, 2025.
This race has long been a favorite amongst runners in the Upper Peninsula. Thanks to Yooper Running Company, it’s able to return following a long hiatus for its 11th running. Early bird registration is now open throughout the end of 2024.
The revamped Sault International Festival of Races will be headlined by the Five Mile Bridge Run taking place on Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. This is the race that’ll give runners the opportunity to run across the International Bridge that connects the Twin Saults. It’s your chance to get stunning views of the Soo Locks, the St. Marys Rapids, passing freighters, and more!
This race will begin and end at the campus of Lake Superior State University. Runners will not need a passport to participate, as the race will turn around before reaching the Canadian customs. Please be advised, for those traveling from Canada, the International Bridge will have a closure that’ll be announced later. Please give yourselves plenty of time in case of traffic backups.
In addition to the event’s signature bridge run, two other races will be taking place on Sept. 29 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Beginning at 8 a.m. will be a half-marathon and a 5 km walk/run that’ll give participants a chance to see Sault Ste. Marie in all its fall glory.
To register please visit the website.
For more information as the race approaches, be sure to follow yooperrunning.com.
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