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5K Races in Michigan

Michigan has 411 upcoming 5K races scheduled for 2026. That is the 4th-highest event count for 5K races of any state. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 307 of 411 races (75%) take place between May and September, with July (101 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Lansing leads with 21 races, followed by Grand Rapids (17), Detroit (12), and Grand Ledge (10). The remaining 85% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.

5K races by month in Michigan

Jul (101) · Aug (76) · Sep (75) · Oct (64) · Jun (49) · Nov (21) · Dec (9) · May (6) · Mar (4) · Apr (4) · Jan (1) · Feb (1)

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Run Lake Ann 5K, Erik Florip Memorial Run
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Run Lake Ann 5K, Erik Florip Memorial Run

June 18, 2026
Lake Ann, MI
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Clare Dairy Phil Ice Cream 5K
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Clare Dairy Phil Ice Cream 5K

June 19, 2026
Clare, MI
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Juneteenth Detroit 5k Run/Walk
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Juneteenth Detroit 5k Run/Walk

June 19, 2026
Highland Park, MI
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Lansing Juneteenth 5k Run/Walk/Roll
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Lansing Juneteenth 5k Run/Walk/Roll

June 19, 2026
Lansing, MI
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Hope United Superhero 5K/1M Fun Run
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Hope United Superhero 5K/1M Fun Run

June 20, 2026
Three Rivers, MI
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2026 LCWC Vitality 5K
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2026 LCWC Vitality 5K

June 20, 2026
Lakeview, MI
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Wings of Mercy Runway 5k
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Wings of Mercy Runway 5k

June 20, 2026
Linden, MI
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Boston Square Wellness Collective's 3rd Annual SPRING INTO ACTION 5K

Grand Rapids, MI

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Boston Square Wellness Collective's 3rd Annual SPRING INTO ACTION 5K

June 20, 2026
Grand Rapids, MI
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Meijer LPGA 5K presented by RXBAR
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Meijer LPGA 5K presented by RXBAR

June 20, 2026
Rockford, MI
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DST Inkster 5K Fun Run Walk
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DST Inkster 5K Fun Run Walk

June 20, 2026
Inkster, MI
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Matt and Michelle's 5K fun run!
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Matt and Michelle's 5K fun run!

June 20, 2026
Benzonia, MI
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Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
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Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon

June 20, 2026
Saugatuck, MI
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Dad Strong 5K Run/Walk
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Dad Strong 5K Run/Walk

June 20, 2026
Benton Harbor, MI
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Corunna, MI (25)

Corunna, MI

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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Corunna, MI (25)

June 20, 2026
Corunna, MI
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Corunna, MI (25)
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Corunna, MI (25)

June 20, 2026
Corunna, MI
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Pirate Booty Dash 5K Run/Walk/FunRun
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Pirate Booty Dash 5K Run/Walk/FunRun

June 20, 2026
Napoleon, MI
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Positively Chiropractic Be Fit 5k Fun Run
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Positively Chiropractic Be Fit 5k Fun Run

June 20, 2026
Stockbridge, MI
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Longest Day 5k

White Lake, MI

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Longest Day 5k

June 21, 2026
White Lake, MI
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Run A Muck Cross Country 5K and 10K
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Run A Muck Cross Country 5K and 10K

June 21, 2026
Montague, MI
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Run for the Ribbon 5K Run/Walk
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Run for the Ribbon 5K Run/Walk

June 21, 2026
Royal Oak, MI
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Wings of Mercy Runway 5k

Linden, MI

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Wings of Mercy Runway 5k

June 21, 2026
Linden, MI
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Run the River Maritime Days 5k
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Run the River Maritime Days 5k

June 21, 2026
Marine City, MI
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myTEAM TRIUMPH West MI - Zeeland Zoom 5k -- Captain & Angel Registration
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myTEAM TRIUMPH West MI - Zeeland Zoom 5k -- Captain & Angel Registration

June 23, 2026
Zeeland, MI
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Zeeland Zoom 5k
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Zeeland Zoom 5k

June 23, 2026
Zeeland, MI
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Top Cities for 5K Races in Michigan

Lansing (21)

5K Races in Nearby States

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Frequently asked questions

How long is a 5K race?▾
A 5K is 3.1 miles (5 kilometers). It is the most popular race distance in the US and a great starting point for new runners. RACE lists thousands of 5K events across all 50 states.
What is a good 5K time for beginners?▾
A good beginner 5K time is 30-35 minutes. Many first-time runners aim to complete the distance without stopping. The average US 5K finish time is around 28 minutes.
How do I find a 5K near me?▾
Use the RACE search bar to enter your zip code or state and filter by distance. You can also browse by month to find races that fit your schedule. Turkey Trots in November and charity 5Ks are especially popular.
How long does it take to train for a 5K?▾
Most couch-to-5K programs are 6-8 weeks long with 3 runs per week. If you can already jog for 10-15 minutes, you could be ready in 4-6 weeks with consistent training.
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