What race distances can I run in Traverse City?
Traverse City has 5K (7), 10K (3). 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 Traverse City, Michigan
Upcoming running races in and near Traverse City, Michigan - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
9 upcoming races · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Traverse City races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Fri, Sep 4, 2026Loop The Lake Traverse City, MIFrom $40Details Fri, Sep 11, 2026Northern Lights 5K Fun Run Traverse City, MIFrom $25Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Peace Ranch Wilderness 5K/10K Run Traverse City, MIFrom $45Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026More Than Four 5.04k Traverse City, MIFrom $40Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Blue Ribbon Run/Walk for ZERO Prostate Cancer Traverse City, MIFrom $30Register Sat, Oct 10, 2026Farmland 5K, 10K, & Kid's Race Traverse City, MIFrom $5Details Sat, Oct 31, 2026Zombie Run Traverse City, MIFrom $30Details Sun, Dec 20, 2026TCTC Jingle Bell Run Traverse City, MIFrom $20Details Fri, May 7, 2027Traverse City Trail Running Festival Traverse City, MIFrom $100Details
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 Traverse City
When is race season in Traverse City?
September is the busiest month for races in Traverse City, with 5 of the 9, followed by October 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 Traverse City?
5 of the 9 races in Traverse City 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 Traverse City races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 races in Traverse City with published results, the typical median finish is around 42:52, 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 race in Traverse City?
Browse Traverse City run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.
Are there trail races near Traverse City?
Yes, 3 races around Traverse City get you off the pavement: 2 are trail races, and 1 mixes road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.