Candles and Calacas 5K Fun Run/Walk
- Date Sun 2nd November 2025
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location East Lansing, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for a spirited celebration at the Candles and Calacas 5K Fun Run/Walk taking place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, in East Lansing, Ingham! This vibrant event embraces the theme of Día de los Muertos, honoring the memories of our loved ones who have passed. Join us at the Michigan State University Hubbard/Akers Courtyard for a fun-filled day of community, remembrance, and fitness. Whether you choose to run or walk, this friendly race is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.
Proceeds from the event will benefit service-learning projects led by dedicated Michigan State University students through the International Engagement Volunteers (IEV). Don’t forget to register by October 18, 2025, to secure your race day t-shirt! For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option is available, allowing you to participate from anywhere while still receiving your t-shirt and medal. Grab your friends and family, bring your Student ID for check-in, and join us for a memorable experience filled with joy, community spirit, and a celebration of life!
Proceeds from the event will benefit service-learning projects led by dedicated Michigan State University students through the International Engagement Volunteers (IEV). Don’t forget to register by October 18, 2025, to secure your race day t-shirt! For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option is available, allowing you to participate from anywhere while still receiving your t-shirt and medal. Grab your friends and family, bring your Student ID for check-in, and join us for a memorable experience filled with joy, community spirit, and a celebration of life!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR IEV'S ANNUAL FUN RACE. THIS YEAR THE THEME IS D'IA DE LOS MUERTOS AND REMEMBERING OUR LOVED ONES WHO HAVE PASSED. IT IS SCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2024, AT MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HUBBARD/ AKERS COURTYARD.
This friendly fun run/walk is a collaboration between the International Engagement Volunteers (IEV) and the International Engagement in Mexico (EM) education abroad program. Proceeds from the race will support service-learning projects carried out by Michigan State University students through IEV. Register by October 18, 2024, to guarantee a t-shirt on race day.
If you can't attend in person, you can still participate in our virtual race. We'll mail you the t-shirt and medal-just let us know in the notes!
Students, please bring your Student ID to check in.
This friendly fun run/walk is a collaboration between the International Engagement Volunteers (IEV) and the International Engagement in Mexico (EM) education abroad program. Proceeds from the race will support service-learning projects carried out by Michigan State University students through IEV. Register by October 18, 2024, to guarantee a t-shirt on race day.
If you can't attend in person, you can still participate in our virtual race. We'll mail you the t-shirt and medal-just let us know in the notes!
Students, please bring your Student ID to check in.
Races
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5K Fun Run/Walk (Students) - Bring Student ID to Check-In
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sun 2nd November 2025 (12:00PM EST)
$22.20
REGISTRATION PACKAGE All participants of the Candles and Calacas 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to all who complete the race. Registering on-site will warrant a t-shirt but will be received through the mail days after. PRICING: MSU Students: $15.00 General Public: $40.00 Racers will be given 2 tickets for food Prices will remain the same for on-site registration! Start Time: 12:00pm EST End Time: 3:00pm EST -
5K Fun Run/Walk (General Public)
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sun 2nd November 2025 (12:00PM EST)
$43.40
REGISTRATION PACKAGE All participants of the Candles and Calacas 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to all who complete the race. Registering on-site will warrant a t-shirt but will be received through the mail days after. PRICING: MSU Students: $15.00 General Public: $40.00 Racers will be given 2 tickets for food Prices will remain the same for on-site registration! Start Time: 12:00pm EST End Time: 3:00pm EST -
5K Run/Walk Virtual Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee
$43.40
REGISTRATION PACKAGE All participants of the Candles and Calacas 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to all who complete the race. Registering on-site will warrant a t-shirt but will be received through the mail days after. PRICING: MSU Students: $15.00 General Public: $40.00 Racers will be given 2 tickets for food Prices will remain the same for on-site registration! Start Time: 12:00pm EST End Time: 3:00pm EST
Candles and Calacas 5K Fun Run/Walk
