APRIL FOOLS' Marathon & 5.5K
- Date Sat 4th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Spring Arbor, Michigan
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for a day filled with excitement and community spirit at the April Fools Marathon and 5.5K, taking place on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in the beautiful Spring Arbor area of Jackson, Michigan. This year marks the celebration of the event's third anniversary, promising an unforgettable experience for runners and walkers of all ages. Participants will enjoy a scenic and fast course, including a picturesque stretch along the Falling Waters Trail that culminates in a stunning lake view finish at Lime Lake County Park & Boat Launch.
With race distances including a full marathon and a 5.5K run/walk, there's something for everyone! The event not only promotes health and fitness but also aims to raise awareness for distracted driver safety in Jackson County. Proceeds will benefit the Kory C. Wittman II Memorial, making every step taken a stride towards a safer community. Early registration is encouraged to secure a limited-edition tech t-shirt, and with awards for top finishers across various age groups, this is a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while supporting a worthy cause. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship—don’t miss out on the excitement!
With race distances including a full marathon and a 5.5K run/walk, there's something for everyone! The event not only promotes health and fitness but also aims to raise awareness for distracted driver safety in Jackson County. Proceeds will benefit the Kory C. Wittman II Memorial, making every step taken a stride towards a safer community. Early registration is encouraged to secure a limited-edition tech t-shirt, and with awards for top finishers across various age groups, this is a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself while supporting a worthy cause. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fellowship—don’t miss out on the excitement!
Organiser's Description
"APRIL FOOLS MARATHON" - CELEBRATING 3 YEARS!
APRIL 4, 2026
HOSTING VENUE:
LIME LAKE COUNTY PARK & BOAT LAUNCH, SPRING ARBOR, MI 49283
MALE SIGN RACE THROUGH THE PICTURESQUE SPRING ARBOR AREA ON A FLAT AND FAST COURSE. ENJOY A SCENIC STRETCH ON THE FALLING WATERS TRAIL, AND RACE TOWARDS A STUNNING LAKE VIEW FINISH THAT WILL LEAVE YOU INSPIRED.
DESCRIPTION:
RACE FOR A CAUSE! male sign
MISSION IS TO BRING "DISTRACTED DRIVER AWARENESS" TO JACKSON COUNTY & BEYOND.
TO ADVOCATE FOR SAFE PATHWAYS FOR ALL PEDESTRIANS, BOTH RUNNERS & WALKERS, INCLUDING OUR BIKERS AND WHEELCHAIRS.
THE PREVENTION OF ANOTHER INJURY OR TRAGIC LOSS OF SOMEONE'S FAMILY MEMBER.
Proceeds Benefit the _KORY C WITTMAN II MEMORIAL_
RACE FEES:
_NEW YEARS SPECIAL PRICING $20_ from January 1 January 15, 2026
25 until January 31st (Guaranteed T-shirt)
30 February 1 to February 23rd (Limited shirts availability)
35 February 24 to April 3rd (Limited shirts availability)
40 April 4th / Race Day (No Shirt Guarantee)
* ORS QUALIFYING POINTS EVENTS 5K Run & 5K Walk Only
More details @ ORSRaceSeries.com [https://www.orsmi.com/connect/ors-race-series/]
SHIRTS:
KIDS FUN RUN EVENT IS FREE. Youth Shirts available @ $10 each. (YS, YM & YL sizes)
REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE A SHIRT!
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/2026.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
PACKET PICK-UP:
_EARLY_ Friday, April 3, 2026, 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM
@ BIGGBY COFFEE In the Village Crossing, 7851 Spring Arbor Road, Spring Arbor, MI 49283
_RACE DAY_ Saturday, April 4, 2026, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
@ LIME LAKE County Park and Boat Launch, Teft Road, Spring Arbor, MI 49283
AWARDS & RESULTS:
_OVERALL AWARDS: _ Will be presented to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Master (40+), Senior Master (60+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
_AGE GROUPS AWARDS: _ Presented to the top 3 places in each age group:
_5K RUN AGE GROUPS:_ 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
_5K WALK AGE GROUPS: _ 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
stopwatch Our race will be Professionally Timed by the _MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION_. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
PLEASE NOTE:
_THERE ARE NO DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT. _Service dogs excluded.
Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
Click Here to Read Details
VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
THE VIRUAL RUNS & WALK EVENT FOR THOSE WHO ARE EITHER ON VACATION & STILL WANT TO JOIN. OR FOR THOSE WHO ENJOY RUNNING AND WOULD LIKE TO CHOSE THEIR OWN VENUE. EITHER WAY, HAVE A BLAST & THANK YOUR FOR JOINING US!!!
RACECOURSE:
5K Run/Walk via Map My Run Click Here!
Kids Run course Click Here!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PLEASE & THANK YOU!!
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS ARE AVAILABLE!
We're getting a jump start on asking for Volunteers for our 2026 April Fool's Marathon
If you can help, Awesome! ...
If you know someone who would like to help too, Double Awesome!!
* * Contact us to VOLUNTEER
DONATIONS:
- Not able to participate this year? Please consider Donating by using the Donate tab above.
THANK YOU DOUBLE EXCLAMATION MARK RED HEART
APRIL 4, 2026
HOSTING VENUE:
LIME LAKE COUNTY PARK & BOAT LAUNCH, SPRING ARBOR, MI 49283
MALE SIGN RACE THROUGH THE PICTURESQUE SPRING ARBOR AREA ON A FLAT AND FAST COURSE. ENJOY A SCENIC STRETCH ON THE FALLING WATERS TRAIL, AND RACE TOWARDS A STUNNING LAKE VIEW FINISH THAT WILL LEAVE YOU INSPIRED.
DESCRIPTION:
RACE FOR A CAUSE! male sign
MISSION IS TO BRING "DISTRACTED DRIVER AWARENESS" TO JACKSON COUNTY & BEYOND.
TO ADVOCATE FOR SAFE PATHWAYS FOR ALL PEDESTRIANS, BOTH RUNNERS & WALKERS, INCLUDING OUR BIKERS AND WHEELCHAIRS.
THE PREVENTION OF ANOTHER INJURY OR TRAGIC LOSS OF SOMEONE'S FAMILY MEMBER.
Proceeds Benefit the _KORY C WITTMAN II MEMORIAL_
RACE FEES:
_NEW YEARS SPECIAL PRICING $20_ from January 1 January 15, 2026
25 until January 31st (Guaranteed T-shirt)
30 February 1 to February 23rd (Limited shirts availability)
35 February 24 to April 3rd (Limited shirts availability)
40 April 4th / Race Day (No Shirt Guarantee)
* ORS QUALIFYING POINTS EVENTS 5K Run & 5K Walk Only
More details @ ORSRaceSeries.com [https://www.orsmi.com/connect/ors-race-series/]
SHIRTS:
KIDS FUN RUN EVENT IS FREE. Youth Shirts available @ $10 each. (YS, YM & YL sizes)
REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE A SHIRT!
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/2026.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
PACKET PICK-UP:
_EARLY_ Friday, April 3, 2026, 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM
@ BIGGBY COFFEE In the Village Crossing, 7851 Spring Arbor Road, Spring Arbor, MI 49283
_RACE DAY_ Saturday, April 4, 2026, 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
@ LIME LAKE County Park and Boat Launch, Teft Road, Spring Arbor, MI 49283
AWARDS & RESULTS:
_OVERALL AWARDS: _ Will be presented to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Master (40+), Senior Master (60+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
_AGE GROUPS AWARDS: _ Presented to the top 3 places in each age group:
_5K RUN AGE GROUPS:_ 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
_5K WALK AGE GROUPS: _ 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
stopwatch Our race will be Professionally Timed by the _MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION_. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
PLEASE NOTE:
_THERE ARE NO DOGS PERMITTED AT THIS EVENT. _Service dogs excluded.
Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
Click Here to Read Details
VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
THE VIRUAL RUNS & WALK EVENT FOR THOSE WHO ARE EITHER ON VACATION & STILL WANT TO JOIN. OR FOR THOSE WHO ENJOY RUNNING AND WOULD LIKE TO CHOSE THEIR OWN VENUE. EITHER WAY, HAVE A BLAST & THANK YOUR FOR JOINING US!!!
RACECOURSE:
5K Run/Walk via Map My Run Click Here!
Kids Run course Click Here!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PLEASE & THANK YOU!!
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS ARE AVAILABLE!
We're getting a jump start on asking for Volunteers for our 2026 April Fool's Marathon
If you can help, Awesome! ...
If you know someone who would like to help too, Double Awesome!!
* * Contact us to VOLUNTEER
DONATIONS:
- Not able to participate this year? Please consider Donating by using the Donate tab above.
THANK YOU DOUBLE EXCLAMATION MARK RED HEART
Races
-
5.5K Run (ORS Points)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/2026 Shirts available as supplies last after that date. -
5.5K Walk (ORS Points)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
* Please sign up for this event if you intend to walk the ENTIRE 3.1 miles. * If at any point you plan on running you MUST register for the 5k run. Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 02/28/2026 Shirts available as supplies last after that date. -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
Half Mile Run Kids Fun Run Event is FREE. Youth Shirts available @ $10 each. (YS, YM & YL sizes) Shirts available as supplies last. -
Virtual 5K Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$16.90
This is a virtual run. * You can run any time any where * Use Run/Walk app of your choice. Selfie & Time will need to be submitted via email to [email protected] Shirts available @ $10 each. (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, and YS, YM & YL sizes) Shirts available as supplies last.
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