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Running Events in Ann Arbor

Signing up for a race is one of the best ways to stay motivated. Here are upcoming events in and around Ann Arbor.

May

Sun3MAY

Burns Park Run

$5–$40
5K10KFun Run (0.5 mi)

A family-friendly favorite drawing 1,000–1,500 runners aged 5 to 90. Over 200 elementary school kids run the 5K, with a separate half-mile Fun Run for the youngest participants.

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Sun31MAY

Run the River (DXA2)

$100 (half marathon)
5K10KHalf Marathon

Hosted by the Ann Arbor Track Club and open to the public. Other distances available including 10K and 5K.

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June

Sun7JUN

In Step With Sam 2026!

$15–$25
5K1 MileKids 0.5 Mile

A run dedicated to remembering Samantha Woll, who was tragically murdered on October 21, 2023 in Detroit.

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July

Sat4JUL

Ann Arbor Firecracker 5K

$40
5K

Run, walk, or carry a weighted rucksack for the 5K. Includes a flag carrying division: run or walk proudly bearing a mounted 3×5 American flag from start to finish.

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Wed15JUL

Dart for Art – Ann Arbor Mile

TBD
1 Mile

The Dart for Art – Ann Arbor Mile supports the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair. A unique community event celebrating both running and local art.

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October

Sat3OCT

Turner's Trot Annual 5K

$25
5K

Benefits the Ryan Turner Memorial Scholarship Fund, held in memory of Ryan Turner who passed away as a fourth-year dental student in Ann Arbor in 2007.

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Sun4OCT

Trinity Health Probility Ann Arbor Marathon

$45–$240
5K10KHalf MarathonFull Marathon4-person relay

E-Race the Stigma! Supporting local mental health charities, participants run through vibrant downtown Ann Arbor and the panoramic U of M campus.

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Sat24OCT

Spooky Sprint

$17–$58
Kids Dash1 Mile5K10KHalf Marathon

Halloween-themed runs to keep communities healthy and active! Great for all ages and costumes welcome.

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Recurring

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Lillie parkrun

Free

Every Saturday — 8am (May–Sept) & 9am (Oct–April)

5K around Lillie Park. Free, community run every Saturday. Grab a coffee at Biggby post run!

Past Events

4APR

Run for Avalon 5k

5K
11APR

Wolverines Walk for Reproductive Justice 5K

5K
12APR

Big House 5K

5K

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