Candles & Calacas Día de los Muertos 5K Fun Run/Walk
- Date Sun 1st November 2026
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location East Lansing, Michigan
- Price $27.50 - $57.18
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a vibrant celebration at the Candles & Calacas Día de los Muertos 5K Fun Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the Michigan State University Hubbard/Akers Courtyard. This annual event invites participants to honor and remember loved ones in a joyful atmosphere filled with community spirit. Whether you're running or walking, this friendly 5K is a fantastic way to engage with others while supporting service-learning projects led by MSU students through the International Engagement Volunteers.
Dress up in your most festive attire—think marigolds, flower crowns, and colorful clothing! The first 100 finishers will receive a special race medal, and everyone who registers by October 16, 2026, is guaranteed an event T-shirt. Can't join us in person? No problem! You can still participate in our virtual race and receive your T-shirt and medal. Gather your friends and family, embrace the celebration, and make this Día de los Muertos a memorable occasion of connection and remembrance!
Dress up in your most festive attire—think marigolds, flower crowns, and colorful clothing! The first 100 finishers will receive a special race medal, and everyone who registers by October 16, 2026, is guaranteed an event T-shirt. Can't join us in person? No problem! You can still participate in our virtual race and receive your T-shirt and medal. Gather your friends and family, embrace the celebration, and make this Día de los Muertos a memorable occasion of connection and remembrance!
Organiser's Description
Join us for IEV's annual Fun Race. This year, the theme is _D'ia de Los Muertos - a joyful tradition of remembering and honoring the people we love_.
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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 event will support service-learning projects carried out by Michigan State University students through IEV.
REGISTRATION: Register by October 16, 2026, to guarantee your event T-shirt on race day.
The first 100 finishers will receive a race medal.
Can't join us in person? You can still participate in our virtual race! We'll provide your T-shirt and medal. Just make sure to register under the virtual 5K race.
MAKE IT FESTIVE!
This isn't just about crossing the finish line. It's about community, connection, celebration, and remembrance.
We invite you to come dressed for the occasion! Think:
* Marigolds and flower crowns
* Calavera-inspired face paint
* Bright, colorful clothing
* Festive accessories
* Something that reminds you of someone special
Bring your friends, bring your spirit, and join us as we move together, celebrate together, and remember together.
MSU STUDENTS, PLEASE BRING YOUR STUDENT ID TO CHECK IN. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 15: PLEASE REGISTER UNDER ALL STUDENTS ($25).
Sunday, November 1, 2026
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 event will support service-learning projects carried out by Michigan State University students through IEV.
REGISTRATION: Register by October 16, 2026, to guarantee your event T-shirt on race day.
The first 100 finishers will receive a race medal.
Can't join us in person? You can still participate in our virtual race! We'll provide your T-shirt and medal. Just make sure to register under the virtual 5K race.
MAKE IT FESTIVE!
This isn't just about crossing the finish line. It's about community, connection, celebration, and remembrance.
We invite you to come dressed for the occasion! Think:
* Marigolds and flower crowns
* Calavera-inspired face paint
* Bright, colorful clothing
* Festive accessories
* Something that reminds you of someone special
Bring your friends, bring your spirit, and join us as we move together, celebrate together, and remember together.
MSU STUDENTS, PLEASE BRING YOUR STUDENT ID TO CHECK IN. CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 15: PLEASE REGISTER UNDER ALL STUDENTS ($25).
Races
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Día De Los Muertos 5K Fun Run/Walk - All Students
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 1st November 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$27.50
REGISTRATION PACKAGE All participants of the D'ia de los Muertos 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized T-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the first 100 participants to complete the race. Register online by October 16 to guarantee your T-shirt. You can pick up T-shirts on race day starting at 10:30 am. On-site registration will remain available at the same registration prices. T-shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Runners will also receive two food tickets. PRICING Students: $25.00 General Public: $45.00 -
Día De Los Muertos 5K Fun Run/Walk (General Public)
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 1st November 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$48.70
REGISTRATION PACKAGE All participants of the D'ia de los Muertos 5K Run/Walk will receive a customized T-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the first 100 participants to complete the race. Register online by October 16 to guarantee your T-shirt. You can pick up T-shirts on race day starting at 10:30 am. On-site registration will remain available at the same registration prices. T-shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Runners will also receive two food tickets. PRICING Students: $25.00 General Public: $45.00 -
Día De Los Muertos 5K Run/Walk Virtual Race
Incl. $4.18 Fee & T-Shirt
$57.18
VIRTUAL RACE REGISTRATION PACKAGE Participants in the D'ia de los Muertos 5K Virtual Run/Walk will receive a customized T-shirt and a finisher medal. We will ship your race package directly to the address provided. The registration fee includes $8.00 for shipping and handling. PRICING Virtual 5K: $53.00 Registration includes the customized T-shirt, finisher medal, and shipping and handling.
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