Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run

Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 5K Trail Run or Walk Start Time: 9:00 amProfessionally timedMeadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hillsSwag bag: race T-shirt*, vinyl sticker, and native seed packetCustom wooden medals for top finishers and age group winners 1 Mile Trail Run or Walk Start Time: 10:00 amRunning clock (not professionally timed)Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hillsSwag bag: race T-shirt*, vinyl sticker, and native seed packet Family Fun Run Start Time: 10:20 am Less than 1/4 mileGeared towards families with young children Finisher ribbon for the kidsSwag bag: sticker, temporary tattoo, and native seed packetAll participants (including parents) must register. Participants 2 and under are free through May 13.Complimentary Fun Run registration for those participating in the 5K or 1 Mile 5K Virtual Run Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!Swag bag with race T-shirt*, vinyl sticker, and native seed packet. Shipping charges apply. *Must be registered by May 6 for Race T-shirts Check-in: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 15 from 3:30-5:00pm at Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool (1804 E Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770), or at the event beginning at 8:00am. Parking: Petoskey Middle School parking lot The Fine Print: Children under age 12 must be supervised. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. While we love pets, please leave your dog at home.