Capital City River Run
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Lansing, Michigan
- Price $11.60 - $82.62
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 32nd annual Capital City River Run, taking place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the beautiful city of Lansing, Ingham! This family-friendly event features a variety of races, including a Half Marathon, a 5K Walk/Run, and the fun Sohns Kids Race, all set against the stunning backdrop of Michigan’s capital and its scenic rivers.
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up at the Impression 5 Science Center, where participants can collect their race materials from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on race day. The Half Marathon and 5K races start at 8:00 AM along Michigan Ave, leading runners through picturesque routes and concluding at Rotary Park in downtown Lansing. Plus, all race participants will receive a stylish crew neck sweatshirt, a finisher's medal, and a stainless steel water bottle! The kids' race, set to begin at 11 AM, promises a day full of excitement, culminating in a pizza party at the Science Museum. Join the community in celebrating healthy lifestyles while supporting local organizations that promote education and wellness. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event!
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up at the Impression 5 Science Center, where participants can collect their race materials from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on race day. The Half Marathon and 5K races start at 8:00 AM along Michigan Ave, leading runners through picturesque routes and concluding at Rotary Park in downtown Lansing. Plus, all race participants will receive a stylish crew neck sweatshirt, a finisher's medal, and a stainless steel water bottle! The kids' race, set to begin at 11 AM, promises a day full of excitement, culminating in a pizza party at the Science Museum. Join the community in celebrating healthy lifestyles while supporting local organizations that promote education and wellness. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event!
Organiser's Description
2025 MARKS THE 32ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE CAPITAL CITY RIVER RUNA COMPILATION OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY RACES THAT CELEBRATE, BUILD AWARENESS OF, AND FINANCIALLY SUPPORT GREATER LANSING ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROMOTE EDUCATION, THE DESIRE TO LEARN, AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES. THIS EVENT SERIES PROVIDES A PREMIER RACING EXPERIENCE, HIGHLIGHTING THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF MICHIGANS CAPITAL CITY AND ADJOINING RIVERS.
The Capital City River Run makes a real impact within the community, benefiting Impression 5 Science Center and its mission to provide children and families access to science exploration through hands-on exhibits and participatory programming.
Annual races include a Half Marathon, 5K Walk/Run, and the Sohns Kids Race. All half marathon and 5K race participants receive a crew neck sweatshirt (your choice of two colors) and finishers medal. The race will be chip timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/] and you can check your results during the race and on the web at PLAYMAKERS.COM [https://www.playmakers.com/Events/Results.aspx].
The kids races will take place on Saturday, September 20 at 11AM at Impression 5 Science Center. The one mile race will take place on the Lansing River Trail. All participants will be invited to spend the day at the Science Museum and enjoy a pizza party after the event. Participants of the event will get a Stainless Steel Water Bottle and a finishers medal.
The half marathon, and 5K races will start on Michigan Ave in front of the Lansing Center, utilizing Michigan Ave and the Lansing River Trail and will end in front of Rotary Park in downtown Lansing. Both races will start at 8AM on Sunday, September 21.
PACKET PICK UP
PACKET PICK UP WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. AT IMPRESSION 5 SCIENCE CENTER IN LANSING.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP WILL TAKE PLACE AT IMPRESSION 5 SCIENCE CENTER IN LANSING FROM 6:30 A.M. TO 8:00 A.M.
The Capital City River Run makes a real impact within the community, benefiting Impression 5 Science Center and its mission to provide children and families access to science exploration through hands-on exhibits and participatory programming.
Annual races include a Half Marathon, 5K Walk/Run, and the Sohns Kids Race. All half marathon and 5K race participants receive a crew neck sweatshirt (your choice of two colors) and finishers medal. The race will be chip timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/] and you can check your results during the race and on the web at PLAYMAKERS.COM [https://www.playmakers.com/Events/Results.aspx].
The kids races will take place on Saturday, September 20 at 11AM at Impression 5 Science Center. The one mile race will take place on the Lansing River Trail. All participants will be invited to spend the day at the Science Museum and enjoy a pizza party after the event. Participants of the event will get a Stainless Steel Water Bottle and a finishers medal.
The half marathon, and 5K races will start on Michigan Ave in front of the Lansing Center, utilizing Michigan Ave and the Lansing River Trail and will end in front of Rotary Park in downtown Lansing. Both races will start at 8AM on Sunday, September 21.
PACKET PICK UP
PACKET PICK UP WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 FROM 10:00 A.M. TO 4:00 P.M. AT IMPRESSION 5 SCIENCE CENTER IN LANSING.
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP WILL TAKE PLACE AT IMPRESSION 5 SCIENCE CENTER IN LANSING FROM 6:30 A.M. TO 8:00 A.M.
Races
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Capital City River Run Half Marathon
Incl. $5.62 Fee & Crew Neck Sweatshirt
Sun 21st September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$82.62
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Capital City River Run 5K Race
Incl. $3.64 Fee & Crew Neck Sweatshirt
Sun 21st September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$47.64
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Sohn Kids Races - Mile and Sprint
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Sat 20th September 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
$11.60
Fun one mile challenge for your kids and a great way to support Impression 5 Science Center. Each registrant will receive a finishers medal and goodie bag. Ages 12 and under
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