2025 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Freeland, Michigan
- Price $12.28 - $38.96
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the uplifting 2025 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at MBS International Airport in Freeland, Saginaw! This inspiring event is hosted by the Children's Grief Center of the Great Lakes Bay Region and features a unique opportunity to run or walk on the airport runway. The 5K race kicks off at 10:00 a.m., taking participants along MBS taxiways and a portion of the main runway, making for an unforgettable experience.
In addition to the 5K, families can enjoy a colorful Kids Color Run starting at 11:30 a.m. This fun event is perfect for all ages and encourages participants to wear white shirts to fully embrace the vibrant color splashes! Early bird registration is only $35 until April 21st, ensuring you receive a stylish race T-shirt. All proceeds from the event go directly to supporting children and families in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Don't miss out on this meaningful day filled with community spirit and remembrance! Sign up today, and let’s make a difference together!
In addition to the 5K, families can enjoy a colorful Kids Color Run starting at 11:30 a.m. This fun event is perfect for all ages and encourages participants to wear white shirts to fully embrace the vibrant color splashes! Early bird registration is only $35 until April 21st, ensuring you receive a stylish race T-shirt. All proceeds from the event go directly to supporting children and families in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Don't miss out on this meaningful day filled with community spirit and remembrance! Sign up today, and let’s make a difference together!
Organiser's Description
_THE CHILDREN'S GRIEF CENTER OF THE GREAT LAKES BAY REGION'S_
GRIT YOUR GRIEF 5K RUN/WALK AT MBS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ON THE RUNWAY INCLUDING A KIDS COLOR RUN ON MBS PROPERTY!
MAY 6TH-20TH: VIRTUAL RACE WEEKS FEMALE SIGN
MAY 17TH: LIVE RACE EVENT AT MBS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ON THE RUNWAY INCLUDING A
FAMILY FUN COLOR RUN ON MBS PROPERTY
5K RACE DETAILS: During the VIRTUAL Race Weeks (May 6-20), participants choose their own routes. For the LIVE Race Event on May 17th, the 5K starts at 10:00 a.m. and the path will include MBS taxiways and a portion of a main runway.
5K REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ($35) check mark All participants will be timed. MUST BE REGISTERED BY APRIL 21ST TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT.
REGISTRATION ($45) check mark May 15th - May 17th: receive a race T-shirt and medal ONLY IF AVAILABLE.
COLOR RUN DETAILS: A Color Run for all ages will be held starting at 11:30 a.m. Registration will be $20. Must be registered by April 21st to guarantee a T-Shirt. All participants must be registered to get a T-shirt. Kids may register after, or onsite, but please wear a white shirt should they not be available. Please note: due to FAA regulations, the color run will be on MBS property, but not on a runway. IF YOU HAVE MORE THEN 3 FAMILY MEMBERS DOING THE COLOR RUN PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE FOR A DISCOUNT CODE 989-495-9335
RACE PACKET PICK-UPS:
LIVE Race Packets: Packet pick-up will be available the day of the race, with optional pick-up times TBA.
VIRTUAL Race Packets: Available on race day or any time the following week at the Children's Grief Center, 4708 James Savage Rd, Midland, 48642, will ship for an extra shipping cost.
MEMORIAL SIGNS:
Memorial signs to celebrate and honor loved ones who have died can be purchased through this website. Signs will be Displayed on MBS property at the event.
_THIS IS A GREAT LAKES BAY REGIONAL EVENT. ALL PROCEEDS WILL DIRECTLY BENEFIT ALL OF THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WE SERVE IN THE GREAT LAKES BAY REGION. WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR OUR AMAZING GREAT LAKES BAY REGION COMMUNITIES AND LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU PARTICIPATE IN THIS WONDERFUL EVENT. IN THE WORDS OF DR. SEUSS, "TO THE WORLD YOU MAY BE ONE PERSON AND TO ONE PERSON YOU MAY BE THE WORLD". THANK YOU FOR BEING THE WORLD TO US!_
GRIT YOUR GRIEF 5K RUN/WALK AT MBS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ON THE RUNWAY INCLUDING A KIDS COLOR RUN ON MBS PROPERTY!
MAY 6TH-20TH: VIRTUAL RACE WEEKS FEMALE SIGN
MAY 17TH: LIVE RACE EVENT AT MBS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ON THE RUNWAY INCLUDING A
FAMILY FUN COLOR RUN ON MBS PROPERTY
5K RACE DETAILS: During the VIRTUAL Race Weeks (May 6-20), participants choose their own routes. For the LIVE Race Event on May 17th, the 5K starts at 10:00 a.m. and the path will include MBS taxiways and a portion of a main runway.
5K REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ($35) check mark All participants will be timed. MUST BE REGISTERED BY APRIL 21ST TO GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT.
REGISTRATION ($45) check mark May 15th - May 17th: receive a race T-shirt and medal ONLY IF AVAILABLE.
COLOR RUN DETAILS: A Color Run for all ages will be held starting at 11:30 a.m. Registration will be $20. Must be registered by April 21st to guarantee a T-Shirt. All participants must be registered to get a T-shirt. Kids may register after, or onsite, but please wear a white shirt should they not be available. Please note: due to FAA regulations, the color run will be on MBS property, but not on a runway. IF YOU HAVE MORE THEN 3 FAMILY MEMBERS DOING THE COLOR RUN PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE FOR A DISCOUNT CODE 989-495-9335
RACE PACKET PICK-UPS:
LIVE Race Packets: Packet pick-up will be available the day of the race, with optional pick-up times TBA.
VIRTUAL Race Packets: Available on race day or any time the following week at the Children's Grief Center, 4708 James Savage Rd, Midland, 48642, will ship for an extra shipping cost.
MEMORIAL SIGNS:
Memorial signs to celebrate and honor loved ones who have died can be purchased through this website. Signs will be Displayed on MBS property at the event.
_THIS IS A GREAT LAKES BAY REGIONAL EVENT. ALL PROCEEDS WILL DIRECTLY BENEFIT ALL OF THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WE SERVE IN THE GREAT LAKES BAY REGION. WE ARE GRATEFUL FOR OUR AMAZING GREAT LAKES BAY REGION COMMUNITIES AND LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING YOU PARTICIPATE IN THIS WONDERFUL EVENT. IN THE WORDS OF DR. SEUSS, "TO THE WORLD YOU MAY BE ONE PERSON AND TO ONE PERSON YOU MAY BE THE WORLD". THANK YOU FOR BEING THE WORLD TO US!_
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.96
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VIRTUAL 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.96
The Virtual race can be done at you leisure it can be done in one day or over as many as it take for you to walk your 5K -
Color Fun Run
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (11:30AM EDT)
$22.95
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Spectator Pass
Incl. $2.28 Fee
Sat 17th May 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$12.28
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