Dandelion Dash Trail 5K and Short Family Fun Run
From Dandelion Dash
- Date Sat 17th May 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Petoskey, Michigan
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the inaugural Dandelion Dash Trail event, hosted by Dandelion Dash on Saturday, May 17, 2025, in beautiful Petoskey, Emmet. This exciting event features a professionally timed 5K trail run at the scenic Petoskey High School cross country grounds, starting at 9:00 AM, followed by a delightful Family Fun Run at 9:45 AM, perfect for participants of all ages. The 5K trail run welcomes both seasoned athletes and beginners, while the Family Fun Run, approximately 1/4 to 1/2 mile in distance, encourages families to get moving together and enjoy the great outdoors.
This event is not only a fantastic way to engage in fitness but also supports a great cause, as proceeds will benefit the Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool. Participants can take advantage of early bird discounts until March 17, 2025, and receive a race T-shirt if registered by April 17, 2025. With fun activities, participant stickers, and finisher ribbons for the Family Fun Run, it's a wonderful opportunity for families to bond, exercise, and contribute to their community. Join us for a memorable day filled with
This event is not only a fantastic way to engage in fitness but also supports a great cause, as proceeds will benefit the Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool. Participants can take advantage of early bird discounts until March 17, 2025, and receive a race T-shirt if registered by April 17, 2025. With fun activities, participant stickers, and finisher ribbons for the Family Fun Run, it's a wonderful opportunity for families to bond, exercise, and contribute to their community. Join us for a memorable day filled with
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 DISCOUNT THROUGH MARCH 17, 2025!
* RACE T-SHIRT included if registered by April 17, 2025
* RUNNERS (BEGINNERS TO SEASONED ATHLETES) AND WALKERS ARE WELCOME!
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 DISCOUNT THROUGH MARCH 17, 2025!
* RACE T-SHIRT included if registered by April 17, 2025
* RUNNERS (BEGINNERS TO SEASONED ATHLETES) AND WALKERS ARE WELCOME!
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