Comet 5k run/walk
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Grand Ledge, Michigan
- Price $38.69 - $44.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the annual Comet 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the beautiful Grand Ledge, Eaton! This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, making it the perfect opportunity to support the Grand Ledge Marching Band while enjoying a scenic route filled with live music from band members.
Participants can choose to walk or run the 5K distance, with water stations and post-race snacks available to keep everyone energized. Registration is easy, with early bird pricing of $35 available until July 12th, and special rates for students aged 18 and under. Additionally, families can save by registering three or more participants at the same time! Don’t miss out on the chance to earn awards for overall and age group categories, and all registrants will receive a stylish t-shirt if they sign up by July 12th. Join us at Grand Ledge High School for a day of community spirit, fitness, and fun – we can't wait to see you there!
Participants can choose to walk or run the 5K distance, with water stations and post-race snacks available to keep everyone energized. Registration is easy, with early bird pricing of $35 available until July 12th, and special rates for students aged 18 and under. Additionally, families can save by registering three or more participants at the same time! Don’t miss out on the chance to earn awards for overall and age group categories, and all registrants will receive a stylish t-shirt if they sign up by July 12th. Join us at Grand Ledge High School for a day of community spirit, fitness, and fun – we can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
Come support your GRAND LEDGE COMET MARCHING BAND on Saturday, July 25th for the annual COMET 5K RUN/WALK. Band members will play for you along the route! Water stations and post-race snacks will be provided. This is a family friendly event all ages and abilities are welcome!
PARKING: At Beagle Middle school, 600 W. South Street. Turn at Jenne street to South Street and pull into the Beagle parking lot. (The street (Lohne Drive) at the roundabout will not be open.)
REGISTRATION FEES: $35 through July 12th. $40 from July 13th to July 24th. $45 Race day. Run for FREE - details HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Comet5krunwalk/Page-4].
REGISTRATION FEE STUDENTS: Ages 18 and under only $25.
SPECIAL FAMILY PRICING: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $3 per person. _Savings automatically applied during registration_.
AWARDS:
Overall Male and Overall Female Awards - Gift Certificates
Age Group Awards for Male and Female - Medals
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60+
RACE SWAG: All participants who register by July 12th will receive a t-shirt. T-shirts available after that date as supplies last.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: TBD - Grand ledge Track Complex: 1121 Lohne Dr, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Morning of the race starting at 7:30 am
COURSE: The 5k run/walk starts and finishes at Grand Ledge High School track
RESULTS: Available live and on this page after the race
PROCEEDS: All proceeds from the event will support the Grand Ledge Marching Band.
VIRTUAL EVENT: If you are unable to participate in person sign up for the virtual event, t-shirts are included with registration by July 12th. Price is $40 and includes shipping. There are no awards for the virtual event, however you can enter your results after you complete your run/walk. Results can be entered on the results page.
The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION
PARKING: At Beagle Middle school, 600 W. South Street. Turn at Jenne street to South Street and pull into the Beagle parking lot. (The street (Lohne Drive) at the roundabout will not be open.)
REGISTRATION FEES: $35 through July 12th. $40 from July 13th to July 24th. $45 Race day. Run for FREE - details HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Comet5krunwalk/Page-4].
REGISTRATION FEE STUDENTS: Ages 18 and under only $25.
SPECIAL FAMILY PRICING: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $3 per person. _Savings automatically applied during registration_.
AWARDS:
Overall Male and Overall Female Awards - Gift Certificates
Age Group Awards for Male and Female - Medals
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60+
RACE SWAG: All participants who register by July 12th will receive a t-shirt. T-shirts available after that date as supplies last.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: TBD - Grand ledge Track Complex: 1121 Lohne Dr, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Morning of the race starting at 7:30 am
COURSE: The 5k run/walk starts and finishes at Grand Ledge High School track
RESULTS: Available live and on this page after the race
PROCEEDS: All proceeds from the event will support the Grand Ledge Marching Band.
VIRTUAL EVENT: If you are unable to participate in person sign up for the virtual event, t-shirts are included with registration by July 12th. Price is $40 and includes shipping. There are no awards for the virtual event, however you can enter your results after you complete your run/walk. Results can be entered on the results page.
The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.69 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.69
OPENS 15 APR -
Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$44.00
OPENS 15 APRThis is the virtual event. You can run/walk at your own location on your own date. Results can be submitted on 7/26 by 11:59 pm.
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