What race distances can I run in Lansing?
Lansing has 5K (24), 10K (14), Half Marathon (12). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
Michigan · Race calendar
2026-2027 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.
24 upcoming races · 19 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, Oct 10, 2026Hot Cider Hustle - Lansing Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Lansing, MIFrom $13Details 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 $40Details Sat, Nov 21, 2026Silver Bells 5K Lansing, MIFrom $39Details 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 $30Details Sat, Dec 26, 2026Holiday 5K, 10K, 13.1M Lansing, MIFrom $30Register Sun, Jan 10, 2027Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Mar 7, 2027Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sat, Mar 13, 2027Pi Day 5k: a 3.14 Miler Lansing, MIFrom $15Details Sat, Apr 10, 2027Color Pop 5k Fun Run Lansing, MIRegistration opens Nov 1From $30Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027DoNot Stop Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sat, Apr 17, 2027Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K Lansing, MIFrom $36Details Sat, May 22, 2027Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Jun 13, 2027Treat Trot Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Jul 25, 2027Heatwave Half Marathon/5K/10K - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Aug 22, 2027Summer Sizzler - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details Sun, Sep 5, 2027Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5K/10K - Lansing Lansing, MIFrom $22Details
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Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Lansing. Miles are measured center to center, so treat them as a rough guide.
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 Racing in Lansing
When is race season in Lansing?
October is the busiest month for races in Lansing, with 5 of the 24, followed by November with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Lansing races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 19 races in Lansing with published results, the typical median finish is around 36:58, 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, one race around Lansing gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race.