Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run
From Dandelion Dash
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Petoskey, Michigan
- Price $16.90 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Dandelion Dash Trail on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful Petoskey, Emmet! Organized by Dandelion Dash, this exciting event features a 5K trail run or walk starting at 9:00 AM, perfect for both seasoned runners and casual participants. The course showcases a stunning meadow trail that is mostly flat with gentle rolling hills, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Participants in the 5K will receive a swag bag that includes a race T-shirt, a vinyl sticker, and a native seed packet, along with custom wooden medals for top finishers and age group winners.
For those looking for a shorter challenge, the 1 Mile Trail Run or Walk kicks off at 10:00 AM, followed by a Family Fun Run at 10:20 AM, designed especially for families with young children. The Family Fun Run is less than 1/4 mile and guarantees each child a finisher ribbon, plus a swag bag with stickers, temporary tattoos, and a native seed packet. Don't miss out on this community celebration of health and nature—register now for an unforgettable day!
For those looking for a shorter challenge, the 1 Mile Trail Run or Walk kicks off at 10:00 AM, followed by a Family Fun Run at 10:20 AM, designed especially for families with young children. The Family Fun Run is less than 1/4 mile and guarantees each child a finisher ribbon, plus a swag bag with stickers, temporary tattoos, and a native seed packet. Don't miss out on this community celebration of health and nature—register now for an unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2026
5K TRAIL RUN OR WALK
* Start Time: 9:00 am
* PROFESSIONALLY TIMED
* Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hills
* Swag bag: race T-SHIRT_*__,_ VINYL STICKER, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET
* Custom WOODEN MEDALS FOR TOP FINISHERS and age group winners
1 MILE TRAIL RUN OR WALK
* Start Time: 10:00 am
* Running clock (not professionally timed)
* Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hills
* Swag bag: race T-SHIRT*, VINYL STICKER, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET
FAMILY FUN RUN
* Start Time: 10:20 am
* Less than 1/4 MILE
* Geared towards FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
* FINISHER RIBBON for the kids
* Swag bag: STICKER, TEMPORARY TATTOO, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET
* All participants (including parents) must register. Participants 2 and under are free through May 13.
* Complimentary Fun Run registration for those participating in the 5K or 1 Mile
5K VIRTUAL RUN
* Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!
* Swag bag with race T-SHIRT*, VINYL STICKER, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET. Shipping charges apply.
_*MUST BE REGISTERED BY MAY 6 FOR RACE T-SHIRTS_
CHECK-IN: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 15 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. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. WHILE WE LOVE PETS, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. _
5K TRAIL RUN OR WALK
* Start Time: 9:00 am
* PROFESSIONALLY TIMED
* Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hills
* Swag bag: race T-SHIRT_*__,_ VINYL STICKER, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET
* Custom WOODEN MEDALS FOR TOP FINISHERS and age group winners
1 MILE TRAIL RUN OR WALK
* Start Time: 10:00 am
* Running clock (not professionally timed)
* Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hills
* Swag bag: race T-SHIRT*, VINYL STICKER, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET
FAMILY FUN RUN
* Start Time: 10:20 am
* Less than 1/4 MILE
* Geared towards FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
* FINISHER RIBBON for the kids
* Swag bag: STICKER, TEMPORARY TATTOO, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET
* All participants (including parents) must register. Participants 2 and under are free through May 13.
* Complimentary Fun Run registration for those participating in the 5K or 1 Mile
5K VIRTUAL RUN
* Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!
* Swag bag with race T-SHIRT*, VINYL STICKER, AND NATIVE SEED PACKET. Shipping charges apply.
_*MUST BE REGISTERED BY MAY 6 FOR RACE T-SHIRTS_
CHECK-IN: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 15 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. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. WHILE WE LOVE PETS, PLEASE LEAVE YOUR DOG AT HOME. _
Races
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5K Trail Run / Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$48.70
Swag bag includes: * Race T-shirt (register by May 6) * Vinyl sticker * Native seed packet * Complimentary Family Fun Run registration for participant -
1 Mile Trail Run / Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Swag bag includes: * Race T-shirt (register by May 6) * Vinyl sticker * Native seed packet * Complimentary Family Fun Run registration for participant -
Short Family Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 16th May 2026 (10:20AM EDT)
$16.90
Swag bag includes: * Sticker * Temporary tattoo * Native seed packet -
Virtual 5K: Participate From Anywhere
Incl. $3.40 Fee
$43.40
Run 3.1 miles, wherever you are located, to support PCN Preschool! Swag bag includes: * Race T-shirt (register by May 6) * Vinyl sticker * Native seed packet
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801 Northmen Dr., Petoskey, 49770-8973, MI, United States
Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run
