Crystal Run the Lake 2025 with virtual options
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025 - Sat 9th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Crystal, Michigan
- Price $28.06 - $44.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting celebration at the 29th annual Crystal Run the Lake event, taking place from August 2 to August 9, 2025, in the picturesque Crystal, Montcalm. This family-friendly festival features both a 5-mile run and a 3-mile run/walk around the stunning Crystal Lake, perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. The in-person 5-mile race kicks off at 8:00 AM, followed by the 3-mile event starting at 9:15 AM, with packet pickup available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on race day.
For those who prefer to join virtually, you can run or walk your chosen distance anytime and anywhere until August 10, 2025! Participants who register by July 6, 2025, will receive a limited edition t-shirt in their size, with registration prices starting at just $25. Enjoy snacks and beverages post-race, and compete for placement awards across various age groups. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a vibrant community event, whether you choose to run in person or participate from the comfort of your own home!
For those who prefer to join virtually, you can run or walk your chosen distance anytime and anywhere until August 10, 2025! Participants who register by July 6, 2025, will receive a limited edition t-shirt in their size, with registration prices starting at just $25. Enjoy snacks and beverages post-race, and compete for placement awards across various age groups. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a vibrant community event, whether you choose to run in person or participate from the comfort of your own home!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US IN THE 29TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY 5 mile run and/or 3 mile run/walk around beautiful Crystal Lake in person on August 2, 2025 or to participate virtually, run any place you want to participate, including your own treadmill (through August 10th, 2025)!
*START TIMES OF EVENTS ALLOW YOU TO RUN BOTH THE 5 MILE AND 3 MILE IF REGISTERED FOR BOTH.
LIMITED EDITION T-SHIRT IN YOUR SIZE GUARANTEED TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BY JULY 6, 2025. T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE AS SUPPLIES LAST AFTER THAT DATE.
PRICING 5 MILE AND 3 MILE: Now until July 6th - $25 includes t-shirt. July 7th to August 2nd $30, t-shirts available as supplies last. Race day August 3rd - $35 shirts not available.
PRICING FOR THE COMBINED 5 MILE AND 3 MILE: Now until July 6th - $40 includes t-shirt. July 7th to August 1st $45, t-shirts available as supplies last. Race day August 2nd - $50 shirts not available.
PRICING FOR THE VIRTUAL EVENTS: Now until July 6th - $25 includes t-shirt. July 7th to August 2nd $35, t-shirts available as supplies last.
PACKET PICKUP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR THE 5 MILE EVENT: Morning of the race starting at 7:00 am - 7:45 am. 5 mile race starts: 8:00 am
PACKET PICKUP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR THE 3 MILE EVENT: Morning of the race starting at 8:15 am 9:00 am. 3 mile race starts: 9:15 am
PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION LOCATION: Crystal Community Center ~ 217 Park St. Crystal MI 48818
SNACKS AND BEVERAGES AVAILABLE TO ALL PARTICIPANTS.
PLACEMENT AWARDS for 1st - 3rd place and door prizes will be awarded after 2nd race to all who participate in person. Age groups: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-14 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, and 90 and over.
RESULTS will be live during the race and available on this website.
VIRTUAL RUN TIMES MAY BE TURNED IN THROUGH AUGUST 10, 2025. _Virtual participants are not eligible for awards.
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The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
*START TIMES OF EVENTS ALLOW YOU TO RUN BOTH THE 5 MILE AND 3 MILE IF REGISTERED FOR BOTH.
LIMITED EDITION T-SHIRT IN YOUR SIZE GUARANTEED TO THOSE WHO REGISTER BY JULY 6, 2025. T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE AS SUPPLIES LAST AFTER THAT DATE.
PRICING 5 MILE AND 3 MILE: Now until July 6th - $25 includes t-shirt. July 7th to August 2nd $30, t-shirts available as supplies last. Race day August 3rd - $35 shirts not available.
PRICING FOR THE COMBINED 5 MILE AND 3 MILE: Now until July 6th - $40 includes t-shirt. July 7th to August 1st $45, t-shirts available as supplies last. Race day August 2nd - $50 shirts not available.
PRICING FOR THE VIRTUAL EVENTS: Now until July 6th - $25 includes t-shirt. July 7th to August 2nd $35, t-shirts available as supplies last.
PACKET PICKUP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR THE 5 MILE EVENT: Morning of the race starting at 7:00 am - 7:45 am. 5 mile race starts: 8:00 am
PACKET PICKUP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION FOR THE 3 MILE EVENT: Morning of the race starting at 8:15 am 9:00 am. 3 mile race starts: 9:15 am
PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION LOCATION: Crystal Community Center ~ 217 Park St. Crystal MI 48818
SNACKS AND BEVERAGES AVAILABLE TO ALL PARTICIPANTS.
PLACEMENT AWARDS for 1st - 3rd place and door prizes will be awarded after 2nd race to all who participate in person. Age groups: 8 and under, 9-11, 12-14 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, and 90 and over.
RESULTS will be live during the race and available on this website.
VIRTUAL RUN TIMES MAY BE TURNED IN THROUGH AUGUST 10, 2025. _Virtual participants are not eligible for awards.
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The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
Races
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5 Mile Run
Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.06
Please note this registration is for an in person event. -
3 Mile Run or Walk
Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$28.06
Please note, this selection is for an in person event. -
Two Races - 5 Mile and 3 Mile
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$44.00
This selection is for both the in-person 5 mile and 3 mile run/walk. Participants will run BOTH the 5 mile and 3 mile events. -
5 Mile Run or Walk - VIRTUAL
Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.06
Please note, this selection is for a virtual event. -
3 Mile Run or Walk - VIRTUAL
Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.06
Please note this selection is for a virtual race.
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