Fighting the Fight Within 5K (FFW)
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Cadillac, Michigan
- Price $24.32 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Fighting the Fight Within 5K (FFW) on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the beautiful Cadillac, Wexford, Michigan! This exciting event features a professionally timed 5K run, part of the 2026 Traverse City Track Club Grand Prix Circuit, and an untimed 1-mile tribute walk, both taking place at the Veterans Serving Veterans Community Park.
Participants are encouraged to don patriotic colors or represent military branches as they run or walk in honor of those who have served. The 5K race will kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 1-mile walk at 9:10 AM. Awards will celebrate the top overall male and female runners, along with the top three in various age groups. This inspiring day not only promotes health and fitness but also supports vital outreach programs for local veterans. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to honor heroes while enjoying a fun-filled day with the community!
Participants are encouraged to don patriotic colors or represent military branches as they run or walk in honor of those who have served. The 5K race will kick off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 1-mile walk at 9:10 AM. Awards will celebrate the top overall male and female runners, along with the top three in various age groups. This inspiring day not only promotes health and fitness but also supports vital outreach programs for local veterans. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to honor heroes while enjoying a fun-filled day with the community!
Organiser's Description
FFW is August 8, 2026 and is made up of a 5K timed run and a 1-mile tribute walk. The event will be held at the Veterans Serving Veterans (VSV) Community Park located at 3740 S. 41 Rd. in Cadillac, MI.
VSV is a Cadillac, Michigan nonprofit that honors and serves those who have served and protected at home and abroad. For more information about this organization and their mission visit the VSV website [https://www.vetsservingvets.org/].
The day will include:
5K - professionally timed run
The 5K is part of the 2026 Traverse City Track Club Grand Prix Circuit Races!
Consider dressing in patriotic colors or wear a shirt to represent a military branch or in memory of someone youve lost. Consider selecting one or more names when you check in to carry with you on your run.
We will be awarding the overall top male and female (not eligible then to place in respective age group) as well as the top 3 males and females in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
1 Mile - untimed tribute walk
Consider dressing in patriotic colors or wear a shirt to represent a military branch or in memory of someone youve lost. Consider selecting one or more names when you check in to carry with you on your walk.
Funds raised will help support our outreach center - Belay My Last Barracks, transitional housing project, the Staff Sergeant Drew Kostic Veterans Scholarship at Northwestern Michigan College, and allow us to continue to offer free programs, resources, and support to our local area veterans.
PRICING
* 5K cost is $35 per person
* Middle School & High School ages 8 to 18 $20!
* Part of the 2026 TCTC Grand Prix Circuit: Traverse City Track Club members receive an automatic discount of $5 when registering
* 1 Mile walk cost is $22 per person; kids 5 and under free w/ no swag
*there is an additional online processing fee upon check-out when you register.
RACE DAY
Times subject to change:
* Onsite check-in: 7:00-8:15 am
* Opening remarks at start line: 8:30 am
* Race start: 5K @ 9:00 am; 1-mile @ 9:10 am
* Closing Ceremony/Awards: 10:45 (TBD)
QUESTIONS
For more information or questions reach out to us via email at [email protected].
VSV is a Cadillac, Michigan nonprofit that honors and serves those who have served and protected at home and abroad. For more information about this organization and their mission visit the VSV website [https://www.vetsservingvets.org/].
The day will include:
5K - professionally timed run
The 5K is part of the 2026 Traverse City Track Club Grand Prix Circuit Races!
Consider dressing in patriotic colors or wear a shirt to represent a military branch or in memory of someone youve lost. Consider selecting one or more names when you check in to carry with you on your run.
We will be awarding the overall top male and female (not eligible then to place in respective age group) as well as the top 3 males and females in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
1 Mile - untimed tribute walk
Consider dressing in patriotic colors or wear a shirt to represent a military branch or in memory of someone youve lost. Consider selecting one or more names when you check in to carry with you on your walk.
Funds raised will help support our outreach center - Belay My Last Barracks, transitional housing project, the Staff Sergeant Drew Kostic Veterans Scholarship at Northwestern Michigan College, and allow us to continue to offer free programs, resources, and support to our local area veterans.
PRICING
* 5K cost is $35 per person
* Middle School & High School ages 8 to 18 $20!
* Part of the 2026 TCTC Grand Prix Circuit: Traverse City Track Club members receive an automatic discount of $5 when registering
* 1 Mile walk cost is $22 per person; kids 5 and under free w/ no swag
*there is an additional online processing fee upon check-out when you register.
RACE DAY
Times subject to change:
* Onsite check-in: 7:00-8:15 am
* Opening remarks at start line: 8:30 am
* Race start: 5K @ 9:00 am; 1-mile @ 9:10 am
* Closing Ceremony/Awards: 10:45 (TBD)
QUESTIONS
For more information or questions reach out to us via email at [email protected].
Races
-
5K Timed Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt (Size)
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 20 APR -
1-Mile Tribute Walk
Incl. $2.32 Fee & T-Shirt (Size)
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$24.32
OPENS 20 APR
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