2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K

  • Date Sat 16th May 2026
  • Time 9:30AM EDT
  • Location Big Rapids, Michigan
  • Price $28.06 - $38.69
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K, happening on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the beautiful Big Rapids, Mecosta! This exciting event invites participants to join the fight against cancer while enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you choose to partake in person or opt for the virtual run/walk option, your participation will make a difference for local patients battling cancer.

All registrants will receive a stylish race shirt, with pre-registration by April 15 guaranteeing your size. Plus, you'll have the chance to earn awards and medals for top finishers, with results available live on the event website. Families are welcome, and strollers are permitted, making this a fantastic outing for everyone. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event that combines wellness, community spirit, and a commitment to a vital cause. Sign up today and be part of a memorable day!

Organiser's Description

Join the fight against cancer and participate in the Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan: Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026

We have both in-person and virtual options available.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

- 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt

* Participants who pre-register by April 15 are guaranteed to receive a shirt.
Registrations after can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last.

- Virtual Run/Walk option

- Pride knowing that you are supporting local patients fighting cancer

- Results are live and will be available on this website after the event. Look for the QR code near the finish line!

- Awards: Top award winners can pick up medals immediately after the race

- Children are allowed to participate with registered adults (strollers allowed).



The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.

Races

  • 2026 Wheatlake Wellness 5k Run

    Incl. $3.69 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $38.69

    Timed 5K Race
  • 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk

    Incl. $3.38 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 16th May 2026 (9:35AM EDT)

    $33.38

    Stroller and wheelchair accessible route
  • 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Virtual 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.06 Fee

    $28.06

    Participants may run or walk in the location of their choosing that meets a 3.1-mile distance.

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Location

Big Rapids Bandshell (behind Big Rapids Middle School), 500 N Warren Ave., Big Rapids, 49307, MI, United States

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