Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run
From Dandelion Dash
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Petoskey, Michigan
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Last chance to enter
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Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the inaugural Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run, organized by Dandelion Dash! This exciting event will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the beautiful Petoskey High School Cross Country grounds in Emmet, Michigan. The Dandelion Dash features a professionally timed 5K trail run starting at 9:00 AM, perfect for both seasoned athletes and beginners alike. Participants will receive a race t-shirt if registered by May 8, along with a native prairie seed packet in their swag bag.
For families looking to join in the fun, the Family Fun Run kicks off at 10:00 AM and offers a scenic route of approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile over uneven fields, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all ages. Each participant will receive a finisher ribbon and a native prairie seed packet as well. Don't miss the chance to support the Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool while enjoying a day outdoors with family and friends! Remember, all participants must register by May 14, and there are age discounts available for children ages 3-17. So lace up those running shoes, mark your calendars
For families looking to join in the fun, the Family Fun Run kicks off at 10:00 AM and offers a scenic route of approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile over uneven fields, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all ages. Each participant will receive a finisher ribbon and a native prairie seed packet as well. Don't miss the chance to support the Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool while enjoying a day outdoors with family and friends! Remember, all participants must register by May 14, and there are age discounts available for children ages 3-17. So lace up those running shoes, mark your calendars
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: 9:00 AM
* PROFESSIONALLY TIMED
* RACE T-SHIRT if registered by May 8
* Native prairie seed packet in swag bag
* RUNNERS (BEGINNERS TO SEASONED ATHLETES) AND WALKERS ARE WELCOME!
* NO last minute registration - sign up by MAY 14!
FAMILY FUN RUN
* START TIME: 10:00 AM
* Approximately 1/4 TO 1/2 MILE, over fields (surface may be uneven and is not paved)
* FINISHER RIBBON
* Native prairie seed packet in swag bag
* 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 through May 14.
5K VIRTUAL RUN
* Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!
* RACE T-SHIRT if registered by May 8. Shipping charges apply.
* Native prairie seed packet in swag bag
CHECK-IN: 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 8:00am.
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; no age discounts for last minute registration). WHILE WE LOVE PETS, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. _
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025
5K TRAIL RUN
* START TIME: 9:00 AM
* PROFESSIONALLY TIMED
* RACE T-SHIRT if registered by May 8
* Native prairie seed packet in swag bag
* RUNNERS (BEGINNERS TO SEASONED ATHLETES) AND WALKERS ARE WELCOME!
* NO last minute registration - sign up by MAY 14!
FAMILY FUN RUN
* START TIME: 10:00 AM
* Approximately 1/4 TO 1/2 MILE, over fields (surface may be uneven and is not paved)
* FINISHER RIBBON
* Native prairie seed packet in swag bag
* 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 through May 14.
5K VIRTUAL RUN
* Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!
* RACE T-SHIRT if registered by May 8. Shipping charges apply.
* Native prairie seed packet in swag bag
CHECK-IN: 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 8:00am.
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; no age discounts for last minute registration). WHILE WE LOVE PETS, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. _
Races
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5K Trail Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
Run, jog, or walk -
Short Family Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$16.90
Each participant (adults and children) must register. -
Virtual 5K: Participate From Anywhere
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
Run any distance, wherever you are located, to support our preschool! -
Family Fun Run - Last Minute Registration!
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 17th May 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 15 MAYEach participant (adults and children) must register. Age-based discounts do not apply to last minute participants. Swag bags not guaranteed.
Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run
