Fantasy 5K
- Date Fri 28th November 2025
- Time 6:00PM EST
- Location Howell, Michigan
- Price $28.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a magical evening at the Fantasy 5K in Howell, Livingston on Friday, November 28, 2025! This exciting event features a 5K race starting at 6:00 PM, followed by a 1 Mile Run/Walk at 6:05 PM, both taking place along the picturesque Grand River Avenue. Participants can join in on the fun by picking up their race packets and registering on-site between 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Howell. Each registered runner will receive a commemorative Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirt, a race bib, and a delightful finisher medal, along with a slice of Hungry Howie's pizza to celebrate their achievement at the finish line!
The Fantasy 5K is not just about the race; it's a festive celebration that coincides with the enchanting Fantasy of Lights Parade. Runners are encouraged to get into the holiday spirit with a costume contest, kicking off at 5:15 PM, where prizes will be awarded for the best festive outfits. Join us for this unforgettable event and experience the joy of running under the twinkling lights of downtown Howell!
The Fantasy 5K is not just about the race; it's a festive celebration that coincides with the enchanting Fantasy of Lights Parade. Runners are encouraged to get into the holiday spirit with a costume contest, kicking off at 5:15 PM, where prizes will be awarded for the best festive outfits. Join us for this unforgettable event and experience the joy of running under the twinkling lights of downtown Howell!
Organiser's Description
RACE DAY
Friday, November 29
5K start: 6:00 PM
1 Mile Run/Walk: 6:05 PM
PACKET PICK-UP AND RACE LOCATION
Friday, November 29
Packet pick-up: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Race Day registration: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM (as spots allow)
Starting at 11:00 AM, 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-511659;perpage:100
COSTUME CONTEST
Don your most festive, holiday costume and be entered into our new Fantasy 5K Costume Contest! We will start the judging at 5:15 PM and announce the winners at 5:45 PM. Costume awards will be given to the first, second and third place adult (18 and up), and first, second and third place youth (17 and under).
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 29
5K start: 6:00 PM
1 Mile Run/Walk: 6:05 PM
PACKET PICK-UP AND RACE LOCATION
Friday, November 29
Packet pick-up: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Race Day registration: 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM (as spots allow)
Starting at 11:00 AM, 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-511659;perpage:100
COSTUME CONTEST
Don your most festive, holiday costume and be entered into our new Fantasy 5K Costume Contest! We will start the judging at 5:15 PM and announce the winners at 5:45 PM. Costume awards will be given to the first, second and third place adult (18 and up), and first, second and third place youth (17 and under).
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.
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