Farmland 5K & Free for All Bike
- Date Sun 12th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Traverse City, Michigan
- Price $6.30 - $54.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
But that's not all! This year, we’re thrilled to introduce a 1-Mile Kid's Event, where children can enjoy a fun run and receive a free small pumpkin to decorate afterward. For cycling enthusiasts, the "Free for All" bike event offers a unique twist, with participants racing for 6 laps (approximately 12 miles total) on any bike of their choice—be it a fat bike, gravel bike, mountain bike, or even a unicycle! Those looking for an extra challenge can opt for the combined run/bike event, testing both their running and biking skills. With awards for overall and age group performances, this is a day not to be missed. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience in
Organiser's Description
The Farmland 5K Run and Free for All Bike is Traverse City Track Club's running and biking event held on a dedicated cross country course on private farmland; this year on October 12th. A classic, European style turf grass course awaits you as you enjoy the natural challenge of running or biking! Traverse over grass, wooded dirt trails, and farmland running terrain.
NEW FOR 2025: A 1-Mile Kid's Event! Kids receive a free small pumpkin to decorate after.
A UNIQUE BIKE RACE CALLED THE "FREE FOR ALL"
The Farmland "Free For All" bike event has cyclists taking to the running course for 6 laps of fun competition (approximately 12 miles total), on any bike you choose. Fat bike, gravel bike, mountain bike, maybe even a unicycle; youll see it all. Awards for overall and age groups.
For the ambitious, well have a combined run/bike as well. Test your running legs in the 5k and your bike (or vice versa) and give the "Free For All" everything youve got left. Farmland Combos will be measured by their 5k time added to their bike time.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt or Trucker Hat
Sun 12th October 2025 (12:00PM EDT)
$38.10
All 5K is categorized as a "run"; but if you need or want to walk, you can! -
Free for All Bike
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt or Trucker Hat
Sun 12th October 2025 (1:00PM EDT)
$38.10
This bike event is pretty low-key (not subject to rules of common cycling organization); that's why we named it a "free for all" because the only rule is you must wear a helmet! 6 Laps Total. -
Farmland Run & Bike Combo
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Long-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt or Trucker Hat
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$54.00
The combo event is NOT a transition based event like a triathlon. Times for the separate run and cycling events are simply added. -
1 Mile Kid's Race
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sun 12th October 2025 (11:30AM EDT)
$6.30
1 Mile Kid's Event. Every child 12 & under receives a small pumpkin after the event. -
Bike Add-On Day Of
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$16.90
OPENS 12 OCT -
Run Add-On Day Of
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sun 12th October 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$16.90
OPENS 12 OCT
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