Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Petoskey, Michigan
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Dandelion Dash Trail on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in beautiful Petoskey, Emmet! This exciting event features a professionally timed 5K trail run starting at 9:00 AM on the scenic Petoskey High School cross country grounds, perfect for both seasoned runners and those looking to enjoy the great outdoors. Participants can look forward to a fun challenge as results will be posted to athletic.net, and early bird pricing is available until March 17, 2025.
In addition to the 5K, families are invited to participate in the short Family Fun Run at 9:45 AM, which covers approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile over grassy fields—ideal for all ages and fitness levels. Every child will receive a participant sticker and a finisher ribbon, making it a memorable experience for the whole family. This event is a wonderful opportunity to promote health and community spirit while raising funds for the Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool. Don't miss out on this fantastic day of fun, fitness, and family bonding!
In addition to the 5K, families are invited to participate in the short Family Fun Run at 9:45 AM, which covers approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile over grassy fields—ideal for all ages and fitness levels. Every child will receive a participant sticker and a finisher ribbon, making it a memorable experience for the whole family. This event is a wonderful opportunity to promote health and community spirit while raising funds for the Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool. Don't miss out on this fantastic day of fun, fitness, and family bonding!
Organiser's Description
We are excited to bring a new event to the Petoskey community: the first annual Dandelion Dash! The Dash will include a PROFESSIONALLY TIMED 5K TRAIL RUN and a short FAMILY FUN RUN at the Petoskey High School cross country grounds. This event is a fundraiser for Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool.
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
5K TRAIL RUN
* START TIME: 9:00AM
* PETOSKEY HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY TRAIL
* PROFESSIONALLY TIMED WITH RESULTS POSTED TO ATHLETIC.NET
* EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH MARCH 17, 2025!
* RACE T-SHIRT INCLUDED IF REGISTERED BY APRIL 17, 2025
FAMILY FUN RUN
* START TIME: 9:45AM
* APPROXIMATELY 1/4 TO 1/2 MILE, OVER FIELDS (SURFACE MAY BE UNEVEN AND IS NOT PAVED)
* PARTICIPANT STICKER (TO BE WORN DURING THE RACE) AND FINISHER RIBBON
* THE FAMILY FUN RUN IS INTENDED TO BE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY TO MOVE TOGETHER AND RAISE MONEY FOR THE PRESCHOOL
* ALL PARTICIPANTS (INCLUDING CHILDREN IN TRAIL-APPROPRIATE STROLLERS) MUST REGISTER. AGE DISCOUNTS APPLY.
REGISTRATION: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 16 from 3:30-5:00pm at Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool (1804 E Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770), or at the event beginning at 7:30am.
PARKING: Petoskey Middle School parking lot
_THE FINE PRINT: __Children under age 12 must be supervised. Adults accompanying children on the run must register as participants. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. Family Fun Run registration for children ages 3-17 will be discounted to $10, and children ages 0-2 are free (prices shown at check-out). While we love pets, please leave your dog at home. _
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
5K TRAIL RUN
* START TIME: 9:00AM
* PETOSKEY HIGH SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY TRAIL
* PROFESSIONALLY TIMED WITH RESULTS POSTED TO ATHLETIC.NET
* EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH MARCH 17, 2025!
* RACE T-SHIRT INCLUDED IF REGISTERED BY APRIL 17, 2025
FAMILY FUN RUN
* START TIME: 9:45AM
* APPROXIMATELY 1/4 TO 1/2 MILE, OVER FIELDS (SURFACE MAY BE UNEVEN AND IS NOT PAVED)
* PARTICIPANT STICKER (TO BE WORN DURING THE RACE) AND FINISHER RIBBON
* THE FAMILY FUN RUN IS INTENDED TO BE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY TO MOVE TOGETHER AND RAISE MONEY FOR THE PRESCHOOL
* ALL PARTICIPANTS (INCLUDING CHILDREN IN TRAIL-APPROPRIATE STROLLERS) MUST REGISTER. AGE DISCOUNTS APPLY.
REGISTRATION: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 16 from 3:30-5:00pm at Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool (1804 E Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770), or at the event beginning at 7:30am.
PARKING: Petoskey Middle School parking lot
_THE FINE PRINT: __Children under age 12 must be supervised. Adults accompanying children on the run must register as participants. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. Family Fun Run registration for children ages 3-17 will be discounted to $10, and children ages 0-2 are free (prices shown at check-out). While we love pets, please leave your dog at home. _
Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run