What race distances can I run in Ypsilanti?
Ypsilanti has 5K (5), 10K (4), Half Marathon (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
2026-2027 Running Races in Ypsilanti, Michigan
Upcoming running races in and near Ypsilanti, Michigan - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
5 upcoming races · 4 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Ypsilanti races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Oct 17, 20265K at The Factory Ypsilanti, MIFrom $40Details Sat, Oct 24, 2026Spooky Sprint - Ann Arbor Ypsilanti, MIFrom $22Details Sat, Dec 12, 2026Candy Cane Course- Ann Arbor Ypsilanti, MIFrom $27Details Sat, Jan 9, 2027Time Travel Half-Marathon/5K/10K - Ann Arbor Ypsilanti, MIFrom $22Details Sat, Sep 4, 2027Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Ann Arbor Ypsilanti, MIFrom $22Details
Within 100 miles
Races in Nearby Cities
More race calendars close to Ypsilanti. 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 17, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Ypsilanti
When is race season in Ypsilanti?
October is the busiest month for races in Ypsilanti, with 2 of the 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Ypsilanti races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 4 races in Ypsilanti with published results, the typical median finish is around 41:28, 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 Ypsilanti?
Browse Ypsilanti run clubs on RunSesh to find a training group at your pace.