Band on the Run 5K
- Date Thu 4th June 2026 - Fri 5th June 2026
- Time 5:30PM EDT
- Location Linden, Michigan
- Price Free - $28.29
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Band on the Run 5K, taking place on June 4, 2026, in Linden, Genesee! This exciting event is not just a race; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for the Linden High School Marching Band. Participants will run, walk, or roll through the scenic Linden Community Schools campus, with the exhilarating finish line located right on the 50-yard line of Claude Cranston Stadium.
The event kicks off with a half-mile kids run for children aged 12 and under, starting 30 minutes before the main 5K. Runners can look forward to motivating sounds from the marching band along the course, which is sure to inspire everyone to give their best. With awards for the top three finishers in each age group and a chance to win a $100 gift card to Running Lab Brighton for the overall male and female winners, the competition is fierce! Plus, don’t miss the chance to showcase your inner rockstar by dressing up for the fun Rock Star Challenge. Grab your friends, form a band, and compete for prizes in a unique timed band competition. Mark your calendars for an evening filled with excitement, community, and a memorable run!
The event kicks off with a half-mile kids run for children aged 12 and under, starting 30 minutes before the main 5K. Runners can look forward to motivating sounds from the marching band along the course, which is sure to inspire everyone to give their best. With awards for the top three finishers in each age group and a chance to win a $100 gift card to Running Lab Brighton for the overall male and female winners, the competition is fierce! Plus, don’t miss the chance to showcase your inner rockstar by dressing up for the fun Rock Star Challenge. Grab your friends, form a band, and compete for prizes in a unique timed band competition. Mark your calendars for an evening filled with excitement, community, and a memorable run!
Organiser's Description
Are you ready to run, walk & roll!
Help Support Linden High School Marching Band with this fantastic new event. This 5k will take you through the campus of Linden Community Schools. Start and finish on the 50 yard line of Claude Cranston Stadium. The marching band will be out on course to motivate and inspire you along your run.
There will be a 1/2 mile kids run that will start 30 minutes before the 5k start. 12 and under. Sorry, no Tshirt option.
Shirts will be subject to availability for anyone who registers after May 29th.
No separate walk category available, but we encourage walkers to participate.
Finisher Medaland Awards for the top 3 in each age group!
PRIZE ALERT! FEMALE SIGNMALE SIGN We have a _$100 gift card to Running Lab Brighton_ for the overall female and overall male runner!
_SPECIAL CAVEAT: DUE TO MHSAA RULES, SOME HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACCEPT THIS AWARD. IF THEY CANT ACCEPT IT, IT WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY GIFTED TO A GUARDIAN WHO IS A PARTICIPANT IN THE RACE. IF THEY CANT ACCEPT IT, IT WILL GO TO THE NEXT PLACED RUNNER AND SO ON._
ROCK STAR CHALLENGE!
ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A ROCKSTAR? Dress and run like one! Maybe win a special prize as a Solo Artist
HAVE A BAND? COMPETE IN OUR TIMED BAND COMPETITION!
No musical talent required. Sign up your band and receive discounted registration (Min of 4, Max of 6). Band with the fastest 4 members to cross the line will win a special prize for the band. Maybe even win a Grammy!
NOTE FOR THE CREATE YOUR OWN BAND SIGNUP: A "band leader' will sign up, create the band name, set a band password and need to register. Each additional member will then sign up and join the band. First member pays $30. Second member pays $28. Third member pays $26. Fourth member pays $24. Fifth member pays $22 and Sixth member pays $20.
PACKET PICK-UP
Check in starts at 4:30 and goes until 6:10. The race starts at 6:30. The course will start on the track at the 50 yard line. It will wrap around the track and head out south down the pathway. You will finish in epic style on the 50 yard line in front of friends, family and your adoring fans!
Help Support Linden High School Marching Band with this fantastic new event. This 5k will take you through the campus of Linden Community Schools. Start and finish on the 50 yard line of Claude Cranston Stadium. The marching band will be out on course to motivate and inspire you along your run.
There will be a 1/2 mile kids run that will start 30 minutes before the 5k start. 12 and under. Sorry, no Tshirt option.
Shirts will be subject to availability for anyone who registers after May 29th.
No separate walk category available, but we encourage walkers to participate.
Finisher Medaland Awards for the top 3 in each age group!
PRIZE ALERT! FEMALE SIGNMALE SIGN We have a _$100 gift card to Running Lab Brighton_ for the overall female and overall male runner!
_SPECIAL CAVEAT: DUE TO MHSAA RULES, SOME HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACCEPT THIS AWARD. IF THEY CANT ACCEPT IT, IT WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY GIFTED TO A GUARDIAN WHO IS A PARTICIPANT IN THE RACE. IF THEY CANT ACCEPT IT, IT WILL GO TO THE NEXT PLACED RUNNER AND SO ON._
ROCK STAR CHALLENGE!
ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A ROCKSTAR? Dress and run like one! Maybe win a special prize as a Solo Artist
HAVE A BAND? COMPETE IN OUR TIMED BAND COMPETITION!
No musical talent required. Sign up your band and receive discounted registration (Min of 4, Max of 6). Band with the fastest 4 members to cross the line will win a special prize for the band. Maybe even win a Grammy!
NOTE FOR THE CREATE YOUR OWN BAND SIGNUP: A "band leader' will sign up, create the band name, set a band password and need to register. Each additional member will then sign up and join the band. First member pays $30. Second member pays $28. Third member pays $26. Fourth member pays $24. Fifth member pays $22 and Sixth member pays $20.
PACKET PICK-UP
Check in starts at 4:30 and goes until 6:10. The race starts at 6:30. The course will start on the track at the 50 yard line. It will wrap around the track and head out south down the pathway. You will finish in epic style on the 50 yard line in front of friends, family and your adoring fans!
Races
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Kids Run (1/2 Mile)
Incl. $1.94 Fee
Thu 4th June 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$6.94
CLOSED12 and under, please. Parents may run with kids. No tshirt available for this event. -
5k Run
Incl. $3.29 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 4th June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$28.29
CLOSED -
Volunteer
Incl. T-Shirt
Thu 4th June 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDVolunteer. I put a max of 12 volunteers because of shirt cost. If you would still like to help, please show up at 4:30 on June 4th. -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $3.29 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.29
CLOSEDVirtual 5k run. You run, have fun and we will mail you the shirt and medal.
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