Candles and Calaca's 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
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Candles and Calacas 5K Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, November 2, 2025! Taking place at the beautiful Michigan State University Hubbard/Akers Courtyard, this vibrant event celebrates the spirit of Día de los Muertos, honoring our loved ones with a festive atmosphere. This friendly race invites participants of all ages to join in the fun, whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a leisurely stroll.
Not only will you enjoy a lively day filled with community spirit, but you'll also be supporting meaningful service-learning projects undertaken by Michigan State University students through the International Engagement Volunteers. Be among the first 100 finishers to receive a special race medal, and don’t forget to register by October 18, 2025, to secure your commemorative t-shirt! Can't join us in person? No worries! You can still be part of the action by signing up for our virtual race, and we’ll send you a t-shirt and medal right to your door. Grab your friends, family, and student ID, and let’s make this an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and remembrance!
Not only will you enjoy a lively day filled with community spirit, but you'll also be supporting meaningful service-learning projects undertaken by Michigan State University students through the International Engagement Volunteers. Be among the first 100 finishers to receive a special race medal, and don’t forget to register by October 18, 2025, to secure your commemorative t-shirt! Can't join us in person? No worries! You can still be part of the action by signing up for our virtual race, and we’ll send you a t-shirt and medal right to your door. Grab your friends, family, and student ID, and let’s make this an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and remembrance!
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. IT IS SCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2025, 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 (IEM) 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, 2025, to guarantee a t-shirt on race day. First 100 finishers will receive a race medal.
If you can't attend in person, you can still participate in our virtual race. We'll mail you the t-shirt and medaljust 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 (IEM) 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, 2025, to guarantee a t-shirt on race day. First 100 finishers will receive a race medal.
If you can't attend in person, you can still participate in our virtual race. We'll mail you the t-shirt and medaljust let us know in the notes!
STUDENTS, PLEASE BRING YOUR STUDENT ID TO CHECK IN.
Races
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Candles and Calaca's 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 Calaca's 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the first 100 participants who complete the race. Registering on-site will warrant a t-shirt, but it will be received through the mail days after. Prices will remain the same for on-site registration! Runners will also receive two food tickets. PRICING MSU Students: $20.00 General Public: $40.00 -
Candles and Calaca's 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 Calaca's 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized t-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the first 100 participants who complete the race. Registering on-site will warrant a t-shirt, but it will be received through the mail days after. Prices will remain the same for on-site registration! Runners will also receive two food tickets. PRICING MSU Students: $20.00 General Public: $40.00 -
Candles and Calaca's 5K Run/Walk Virtual Race
Incl. $3.40 Fee
$43.40
This is your opportunity to participate in our Candles and Calaca's 5K Run/Walk from the comfort of your own home. All registered participants will receive a t-shirt and medal by mail. PRICING General Public: $40.00
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Location
964 Hubbard Rd, https://maps.app.goo.gl/WMuDT1cZ3e4jt2No9, East Lansing, 48825, MI, United States
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