Michigan · 5K

5K Races in Michigan

Every upcoming 5K in Michigan, all 479 of them, sorted by date. Dates, entry fees, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.

479 upcoming 5K races · 288 with finish-time stats

10K 113Half Marathon 77Marathon 15Ultra 4
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By the numbers

The Biggest and Longest-Running

The Michigan races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.

Largest field9,631 finishersS3 Turkey Trot Detroitin the 5KLongest-running48th year48th Annual Roseville Big Bird Runannual tradition

5K Races by City

Lansing 29Grand Rapids 29Detroit 21Ann Arbor 16Milford 10Traverse City 9Holland 9Kalamazoo 9Shelby Township 9Marquette 8Northville 7Adrian 7Fenton 6Rochester 6Holly 6Jackson 5East Lansing 5Dexter 5Caledonia 5Charlotte 4Port Huron 4Brighton 4South Lyon 4Mount Pleasant 4

Soonest 5K Races in Michigan

479 total
Tue, Sep 8, 2026MAC RED Jamboree & Championship Columbus, MI5K2 MilesFreeRegister Wed, Sep 9, 2026Run for Recovery 2025 Marquette, MI5KFrom $35Details Thu, Sep 10, 20262026 Run for Recovery Marquette, MI5KFrom $35Register Fri, Sep 11, 20269-11 Holt Hero Run Holt, MI5KFrom $40Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026Lake Superior Shore Run Marquette, MIHalf Marathon5K5 Miles1 MileFrom $37Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026Northern Lights 5K Fun Run Traverse City, MI5KFrom $20Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026Prefix Charity 5K Fun Run & Car Show Rochester Hills, MI5K1 MileFrom $15Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026Algonac Muskrat Classic Algonac, MI1.7 Miles5KFreeDetails Sat, Sep 12, 2026RUN FOR THE HILLS! Tipton, MI5K1 MileFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Alive and Running VA 5K Fun Run/Walk Battle Creek, MI5KFrom $20Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Live Life Nspired 5K Run / Family Walk Charlotte, MI5K1.15 MilesFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 12, 202637th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk Paw Paw, MI5KFrom $40Details

How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Sep 10, 2026.

Common Questions About Running a 5K in Michigan

Which Michigan cities have the most 5K races?

Lansing (29), Grand Rapids (29), Detroit (21), Ann Arbor (16) lead the state for 5K races. Those give you the most dates to choose from if your schedule is tight.

When are most 5K races held in Michigan?

October is the busiest month for 5K races in Michigan, with 147 of the 479, followed by September with 134. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.

How much do Michigan 5K races cost?

Entry fees for 5K races here run from free to about $140, depending on the event and how early you register.

How early should I register for a 5K in Michigan?

213 of the 479 5K races in Michigan already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.

Are Michigan 5K races beginner-friendly?

Yes, for the most part. Across the 286 5K races in Michigan with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:05, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.

Are there trail 5K races in Michigan?

Yes, 63 races around Michigan get you off the pavement: 41 are trail races, and 22 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.