2026 Annual Burns Park Run
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the 2026 Annual Burns Park Run on Sunday, May 3, 2026, in the picturesque Ann Arbor neighborhood of Washtenaw, just a stone's throw from the University of Michigan campus. This beloved community event features a scenic tree-lined loop course, perfect for runners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes. Participants can choose from two race distances: a 5K and a 10K, with an impressive turnout of 1,000 to 1,500 runners expected, including over 200 spirited elementary school kids competing in the 5K. For the youngest participants, there’s a delightful 1/2 mile Fun Run around the park, ensuring that everyone can join in on the festivities.
Celebrating its 48th anniversary, the Burns Park Run not only promotes health and fitness but also supports the Burns Park Elementary PTO programs through its long-standing fundraising efforts. All finishers of the timed events will receive a special finisher medal, with additional awards honoring top male, female, and non-binary runners in various categories. Experience the vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere of this cherished event, made possible by dedicated volunteers. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run, support a great
Celebrating its 48th anniversary, the Burns Park Run not only promotes health and fitness but also supports the Burns Park Elementary PTO programs through its long-standing fundraising efforts. All finishers of the timed events will receive a special finisher medal, with additional awards honoring top male, female, and non-binary runners in various categories. Experience the vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere of this cherished event, made possible by dedicated volunteers. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run, support a great
Organiser's Description
Winding through a beautiful Ann Arbor neighborhood near the University of Michigan campus, the tree-lined Burns Park Run loop course has been a favorite of beginner and world-class runners alike.
The Burns Park Run will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026. It is a long-standing and successful fundraiser, organized and run by volunteers, that supports Burns Park Elementary PTO [http://www.burnsparkpto.org] programs. We are excited to celebrate our 48th anniversary this year.
Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, the Burns Park Run 5K and 10K races annually draw 1,000 to 1,500 runners aged 5 to 90 years, with over 200 elementary school kids running the 5K. For the youngest of participants, there is a separate 1/2 mile Fun Run around the park.
AWARDS & MEDALS
ALL FINISHERS of the timed events: 5K (Run and Walk) and 10K will receive a finisher medal at the Burns Park Run. Additional awards will be recognized at the awards ceremony which will take place after the Fun Run at approximately 10am. Awards will be recognized for the following categories:
* Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Overall, Masters and Grand Masters winner of the 5K and 10K Run
* Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Winner for each Adult Age Group Division of the 5K and 10K Run
* 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Male, Female and Non-Binary for each Youth Age Division (5 and under through 17 years old) of the 5K and 10K Run
RACE T-SHIRTS
Shirts are OPTIONAL and can be purchased when registering or through the event store on the Run Sign Up website.
PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE: TBD
MORE ABOUT THE BURNS PARK RUN
The Burns Park Run was started by the PTO as a fundraiser for 6th grade campers in 1979. This Burns Park Elementary fundraiser has grown and symbiotically supported the activities offered by our PTO to its students and their families. Todays race is headed by volunteer race directors and ~100 volunteers working throughout the year on planning, funding, marketing and staffing the Burns Park Run.
Read more about the storied and unique history of the Burns Park Run in the 2004 press article [http://www.runmichigan.com/columns/dougkurtis/dougcolumn_139.shtml] by marathon legend Doug Kurtis.
The Burns Park Run will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026. It is a long-standing and successful fundraiser, organized and run by volunteers, that supports Burns Park Elementary PTO [http://www.burnsparkpto.org] programs. We are excited to celebrate our 48th anniversary this year.
Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, the Burns Park Run 5K and 10K races annually draw 1,000 to 1,500 runners aged 5 to 90 years, with over 200 elementary school kids running the 5K. For the youngest of participants, there is a separate 1/2 mile Fun Run around the park.
AWARDS & MEDALS
ALL FINISHERS of the timed events: 5K (Run and Walk) and 10K will receive a finisher medal at the Burns Park Run. Additional awards will be recognized at the awards ceremony which will take place after the Fun Run at approximately 10am. Awards will be recognized for the following categories:
* Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Overall, Masters and Grand Masters winner of the 5K and 10K Run
* Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Winner for each Adult Age Group Division of the 5K and 10K Run
* 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Male, Female and Non-Binary for each Youth Age Division (5 and under through 17 years old) of the 5K and 10K Run
RACE T-SHIRTS
Shirts are OPTIONAL and can be purchased when registering or through the event store on the Run Sign Up website.
PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE: TBD
MORE ABOUT THE BURNS PARK RUN
The Burns Park Run was started by the PTO as a fundraiser for 6th grade campers in 1979. This Burns Park Elementary fundraiser has grown and symbiotically supported the activities offered by our PTO to its students and their families. Todays race is headed by volunteer race directors and ~100 volunteers working throughout the year on planning, funding, marketing and staffing the Burns Park Run.
Read more about the storied and unique history of the Burns Park Run in the 2004 press article [http://www.runmichigan.com/columns/dougkurtis/dougcolumn_139.shtml] by marathon legend Doug Kurtis.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
The 5K starts and finishes near the corner of Wells St and Baldwin Ave. Participants travel counter-clockwise around the course. Most of the course is flat, with the largest net elevation change on Shadford Rd, from Ferdon Rd to Harding Rd, followed by a lesser, but steeper incline immediately after turning onto Woodside Rd. The finish is a long gradual downhill, with a fast downhill from Ferdon Rd to the finish line. Race T-Shirts - Shirts are OPTIONAL and can be purchased when registering or through the event store on the Run Sign Up website. AWARDS: ALL FINISHERS of the timed events: 5K (Run and Walk) and 10K will receive a finisher medal at the Burns Park Run. Additional awards will be recognized at the awards ceremony which will take place after the Fun Run at approximately 10am. Awards will be recognized for the following categories: - Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Overall, Masters and Grand Masters winner of the 5K Run - Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Winner for each Adult Age Group Division of the 5K Run - 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Male, Female and Non-Binary for each Youth Age Division (5 and under through 17 years old) of the 5K Run -
5K Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
This is the same course as the 5K Run. It starts and finishes near the corner of Wells St and Baldwin Ave. Participants travel counter-clockwise around the course. Most of the course is flat, with the largest net elevation change on Shadford Rd, from Ferdon Rd to Harding Rd, followed by a lesser, but steeper incline immediately after turning onto Woodside Rd. The finish is a long gradual downhill, with a downhill from Ferdon Rd to the finish line. Race T-Shirts - Shirts are OPTIONAL and can be purchased when registering or through the event store on the Run Sign Up website. -
10K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (8:40AM EDT)
$32.80
The 10K starts and finishes near the corner of Wells St and Baldwin Ave. The 10K is two loops of the 5K route. Participants travel counter-clockwise around the course. Most of the course is flat, with the largest net elevation change on Shadford Rd, from Ferdon Rd to Harding Rd, followed by a lesser, but steeper incline immediately after turning onto Woodside Rd. The finish is a long gradual downhill, with a fast downhill from Ferdon Rd to the finish line. Race T-Shirts - Shirts are OPTIONAL and can be purchased when registering or through the event store on the Run Sign Up website. AWARDS: ALL FINISHERS of the timed events: 5K (Run and Walk) and 10K will receive a finisher medal at the Burns Park Run. Additional awards will be recognized at the awards ceremony which will take place after the Fun Run at approximately 10am. Awards will be recognized for the following categories: - Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Overall, Masters and Grand Masters winner of the 10K Run - Top Male, Female and Non-Binary for Top Winner for each Adult Age Group Division of the 10K Run - 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Male, Female and Non-Binary for each Youth Age Division (5 and under through 17 years old) of the 10K Run -
1/2 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
$6.30
The 1/2 Mile Run Run is one loop around the old Burns Park County Fairground loop. Race T-Shirts - Shirts are OPTIONAL and can be purchased when registering or through the event store on the Run Sign Up website. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
This is a virtual option for those not able to join us in person.
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