What race distances can I run in Ann Arbor?
Ann Arbor has 5K (8). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Michigan · Race calendar
Running Races in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Upcoming running races in and near Ann Arbor, Michigan - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
10 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Ann Arbor races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 8, 2026A Stroll for Sara Ann Arbor, MIFrom $75Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Ann Arbor Scavenger Hunt Run/Walk Ann Arbor, MIFreeDetails Sat, Sep 19, 2026Soar with the Eagles 5k & 1 Mile Eagle Dash Ann Arbor, MIFrom $20Details Sun, Sep 20, 20269/11 Heroes Run - Ann Arbor, Michigan Ann Arbor, MIFrom $41Details Sun, Sep 20, 2026Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk Ann Arbor, MIFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon: 5K • 10K • Half-Marathon • Full Marathon • Marathon Relay • Half-Marathon Walk Ann Arbor, MIFrom $50Details Sat, Oct 3, 2026Turner's Trot Annual 5K Walk/Run Ann Arbor, MIFrom $25Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Skyline Donut Dash Ann Arbor, MIFrom $10Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026Xavier's Race Ann Arbor, MIFrom $25Details Sun, Jul 4, 2027Ann Arbor Firecracker 5K: Run, Walk, or Ruck Ann Arbor, MIFrom $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 Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Ann Arbor
When is race season in Ann Arbor?
September is the busiest month for races in Ann Arbor, with 3 of the 10, followed by August with 2. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Ann Arbor?
6 of the 10 races in Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Ann Arbor with published results, the typical median finish is around 32:50, 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 race in Ann Arbor?
Browse Ann Arbor run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.