When are most 5K races held in Shelby Township?
October is the busiest month for 5K races in Shelby Township, with 2 of the 6, followed by December with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Michigan · 5K
2026-2027 5K Races in Shelby Township, Michigan
Every upcoming 5K around Shelby Township, with start times, entry fees, finish-time stats from past editions, start-line maps, and the local run clubs to train with.
6 upcoming 5K races found · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Shelby Township races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sun, Oct 11, 2026Caty Gittner Memorial Scholarship 5K Run and Walk Shelby Township, MIFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 17, 2026Macomb County High School Cross Country Championship Shelby Township, MIRegistration closedFreeDetails Sun, Dec 6, 2026The Ugly Sweater 5k Shelby Township, MIFrom $35Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Shelby Township Jingle Bell Run Shelby Township, MIFrom $35Details Sat, Mar 27, 2027HOOTIE HOO 8K TRAIL Shelby Township, MIRegistration opens Nov 23From $40Details Sat, Jun 12, 2027RESCUE CHALLENGE 911 5K Color Run & Walk Shelby Township, MIFrom $35Details
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 Oct 8, 2026.
Common Questions About Running a 5K in Shelby Township
Are Shelby Township 5K races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 5K races in Shelby Township with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:52, 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.
Where can I train for a 5K in Shelby Township?
Browse Shelby Township run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail 5K races near Shelby Township?
Yes, one race around Shelby Township gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race.