Fantasy 5K
- Date Fri 27th November 2026
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Howell, Michigan
- Price $33.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a festive evening of fun and fitness at the Fantasy 5K in Howell, Livingston on Friday, November 27th, 2026! This exciting race event kicks off at 6:00 PM with a scenic 5K run along historic Grand River Avenue, perfectly timed to precede the enchanting Fantasy of Lights Parade. Runners can also participate in the 1 Mile Run/Walk that starts just five minutes later at 6:05 PM, making it a great opportunity for everyone to join in the fun, regardless of their fitness level.
Participants can pick up their race packets from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell, where they will receive a commemorative long sleeve cotton t-shirt and race bib. After crossing the finish line, all runners will be awarded a finisher medal and a delicious slice of Hungry Howie's pizza, adding to the celebratory atmosphere. With awards for the top three overall finishers in each gender category, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Join us for a memorable night filled with community spirit and holiday cheer!
Participants can pick up their race packets from 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell, where they will receive a commemorative long sleeve cotton t-shirt and race bib. After crossing the finish line, all runners will be awarded a finisher medal and a delicious slice of Hungry Howie's pizza, adding to the celebratory atmosphere. With awards for the top three overall finishers in each gender category, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Join us for a memorable night filled with community spirit and holiday cheer!
Organiser's Description
RACE DAY
Friday, November 27th
5K start: 6:00 PM
1 Mile Run/Walk: 6:05 PM
PACKET PICK-UP AND RACE LOCATION
Friday, November 27th
Packet pick-up: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Race Day registration: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM (as spots allow)
Starting at 12:00 PM, packet pick-up and on-site registration will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell, located at 323 W. Grand River in downtown Howell. Registered runners receive a commemorative Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt and race bib. Your race bib is needed to participate in the event.
The race start/finish is also at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell, located at 323 W. Grand River in downtown Howell.
Registered runners will receive their commemorative finisher medal and a slice of Hungry Howie's pizza at the finish line!
COURSE
5K (3.1 miles) course is on Grand River Avenue in historic downtown Howell preceding the Fantasy of Lights parade. The 1 Mile Run/Walk follows the same route as the 5K, albeit shortened to accommodate the 1 Mile distance.
Race Map Click here [https://s3.amazonaws.com/media.racebx.com/transfer/doc/5/b/6/5b631c32-3750-4f47-81ef-5b745206f5f9/2018-Howell-Fantasy-5K-Course.pdf]
RESULTS & TIMING
Results can be found here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/169696#resultSetId-599311;perpage:100
AWARDS
Awards will be given for the top 3 Overall, top 3 Master's, and top 3 Grandmaster's runner for each gender in the 5K. Thank you to Running Lab for providing gift certificates for our overall winners!
There will be no Age Group awards this year as we are proud to present all runners with a commemorative finisher medal.
Award pick-up will be behind the Church as soon as results are available.
This spectacular nighttime event on Grand River in downtown Howell kicks off the Fantasy of Lights Parade festivities! The 5K starts at 6:00 PM with the 1 Mile starting at 6:05 PM on Grand River at the First Presbyterian Church.
Friday, November 27th
5K start: 6:00 PM
1 Mile Run/Walk: 6:05 PM
PACKET PICK-UP AND RACE LOCATION
Friday, November 27th
Packet pick-up: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Race Day registration: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM (as spots allow)
Starting at 12:00 PM, packet pick-up and on-site registration will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell, located at 323 W. Grand River in downtown Howell. Registered runners receive a commemorative Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt and race bib. Your race bib is needed to participate in the event.
The race start/finish is also at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell, located at 323 W. Grand River in downtown Howell.
Registered runners will receive their commemorative finisher medal and a slice of Hungry Howie's pizza at the finish line!
COURSE
5K (3.1 miles) course is on Grand River Avenue in historic downtown Howell preceding the Fantasy of Lights parade. The 1 Mile Run/Walk follows the same route as the 5K, albeit shortened to accommodate the 1 Mile distance.
Race Map Click here [https://s3.amazonaws.com/media.racebx.com/transfer/doc/5/b/6/5b631c32-3750-4f47-81ef-5b745206f5f9/2018-Howell-Fantasy-5K-Course.pdf]
RESULTS & TIMING
Results can be found here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/169696#resultSetId-599311;perpage:100
AWARDS
Awards will be given for the top 3 Overall, top 3 Master's, and top 3 Grandmaster's runner for each gender in the 5K. Thank you to Running Lab for providing gift certificates for our overall winners!
There will be no Age Group awards this year as we are proud to present all runners with a commemorative finisher medal.
Award pick-up will be behind the Church as soon as results are available.
This spectacular nighttime event on Grand River in downtown Howell kicks off the Fantasy of Lights Parade festivities! The 5K starts at 6:00 PM with the 1 Mile starting at 6:05 PM on Grand River at the First Presbyterian Church.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 27th November 2026 (6:00PM EST)
$33.50
OPENS 29 JUN -
1 Mile
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 27th November 2026 (6:05PM EST)
$33.50
OPENS 29 JUN
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