The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon today announced that it will be opening registration online at zeiglerkalamazoomarathon.com for its 2023 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon at 6:00 p.m. on August 1, 2022. The organization invites the community to join its live-streamed registration kick off celebration hosted by Zeigler's Driving Vision Podcast, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Gazelle Sports. The upcoming Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon is scheduled for April 22-23, 2023.
KALAMAZOO, Mich., July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Registration for the 2023 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will officially open online at zeiglerkalamazoomarathon.com on August 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. The event will be live-streamed by Zeigler's Driving Vision Podcast at Gazelle Sports, located on the Kalamazoo Mall. The registration kickoff will include photo-ops, giveaways, race information, and swag for the first 50 guests; with an after-event wrap up at Old Burdick's Bar & Grill.
The 2023 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon will be held on April 22 and the 23rd next year and will include a full marathon race for the first time in three years; along with the Kids' 1K, 5K Run/Walk, 10K, and half marathon.
"We are excited to kick off the promotion for the 2023 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon. We had such a successful event last year, and we know it'll only be even better this year with us bringing the full marathon back," said Aaron Zeigler, president and CEO of Zeigler Auto Group, the race's main sponsor.
The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon made history earlier this year by announcing its 2023 date on the hood of the Zeigler.com No. 77 NASCAR race car piloted by Spire Motorsports' Josh Bilicki. This was the first time in history a date for a marathon was revealed to the national and worldwide media this way.
"We are thrilled to kick registration off on August 1 for the 2023 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon in anticipation of the return of the full marathon! The entire weekend is dedicated to celebrating health," said Carrie Drake, race director.
"We want to ensure everyone who wants to be a part of driving a healthy community together has ample time to plan – be it for any of the runs and 5k walk or by volunteering, planning a spirit station, or joining the Saturday and Sunday fun as spectators! Everyone is welcome and everyone can drive a healthy community."
- Saturday, April 22, 2023
Event Kickoff: 9:00a.m.
- Sunday, April 22,2023
The Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon is currently offering 10% off all registrations with code ZKZMOpen2023. The discount will be effective up to 24 hours after registration opening starting 6:00p.m. August 1, 2022.
About Zeigler Auto Group
Zeigler Automotive Group is one of the largest privately-owned dealer groups in the U.S. with 78 franchises across 35 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Vehicle brands represented include all of the domestic and the majority of the imported manufacturers.
Besides its extensive automotive portfolio, the organization owns and operates Zeigler Motorsports, an 85,000-square-foot motorsports dealership and action park, offering 19 different powersports brands, plus its own onsite restaurant: Trak Houz Bar & Grill. Additionally, Zeigler Motorsports houses the Elevate Leadership & Team Building Academy, an executive training company.
The Kalamazoo-based dealer group also owns and operates Zeigler Pre-Owned of Chicago, a Carquest Auto Parts store, three Byrider franchises, three finance companies, several insurance firms, and a leasing firm.
Additionall, the dealer group's new Driving Vision Podcast, hosted by COO Sam D'Arc and Director of Talent Development Mike Van Ryn, invites celebrities, business leaders, and athletes to share their unique perspective on what drives innovation in their careers.
Founded in 1975, the organization employs over 2,300 people, ranking among the top 1% of automotive dealers in the nation with estimated annual sales of $2.2 billion for 2022. The family-owned and operated company is well known for its commitment to both customer service and employee satisfaction. Zeigler is regularly recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation, also earning similar accolades in Wisconsin, Chicago, and Michigan.
Media Contact
Francis Mariela, Zeigler Auto Group, 239-273-6976, [email protected]
Carrie Drake, Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon, 2392736976, [email protected]
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