What race distances can I run in Lansing?
Lansing has 5K (26), 10K (11), Half Marathon (10). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Lansing, Michigan
Upcoming running races in and near Lansing, Michigan - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
26 upcoming races · 16 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Lansing races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 8, 2026BWL Hometown Power 5k Lansing, MIFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 22, 2026Ninja 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Lansing, MI (34) Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sat, Aug 29, 2026Proud to Be LSD Back to School 5k Lansing, MIFrom $30Details Sun, Aug 30, 2026Summer Sizzler- Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 12, 2026Lansing Oktoberfest 5K Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sat, Sep 19, 2026Capital City River Run Lansing, MIFrom $10Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026The Run Before The Roast Lansing, MIFrom $15Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Lansing, MI (39) Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sun, Sep 27, 2026Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Oct 4, 2026Big Brothers Big Sisters Miles for Mentorship 2026 Lansing, MIFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Hot Cider Hustle - Lansing Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Lansing, MIFrom $13Details Tue, Oct 13, 2026MiCHN 5K & 1-mile run/walk Lansing, MIFrom $35Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll Lansing, MIFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Haunted 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M at Lansing, MI (43) Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sun, Oct 25, 2026Spooky Sprint- Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Race to Restore Lansing, MIFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 1, 2026Woldumar Trail Run Lansing, MIFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Silver Bells 5K Lansing, MIFrom $35Details Thu, Nov 26, 2026Lansing Turkey Trot Lansing, MIFrom $30Details Sat, Nov 28, 2026Gobbler 5K, 10K, 13.1M at Lansing, MI (48) Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sun, Nov 29, 2026Turkey Trails- Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Dec 13, 2026Candy Cane Course - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $27Details Thu, Dec 24, 2026Playmakers Holiday Classic Lansing, MIFrom $25Details Sat, Dec 26, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, 13.1M Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sat, Mar 13, 2027Pi Day 5k: a 3.14 Miler Lansing, MIFrom $15Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K Lansing, MIFrom $36Details
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 Lansing
When is race season in Lansing?
October is the busiest month for races in Lansing, with 7 of the 26, followed by September with 5. 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 Lansing?
10 of the 26 races in Lansing 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 Lansing races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 16 races in Lansing with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:34, 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 Lansing?
Browse Lansing run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Lansing?
Yes, 2 races around Lansing get you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.