Folk Fest 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 10th July 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Manistique, Michigan
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Folk Fest 5K Run/Walk taking place on Saturday, July 10, 2027, in the beautiful town of Manistique, Schoolcraft! Formerly known as the Emerald Chase, this beloved event is back with a fresh name but the same great tradition, offering a delightful 5K route along the scenic Lake Michigan boardwalk. Participants can enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Manistique Folk Fest while supporting local youth running programs, as 100% of the proceeds go directly to these initiatives.
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with check-in and packet pick-up available on Friday evening and early Saturday morning. Every registered participant will receive a custom 2027 Folk Fest 5K T-shirt, and there will be awards for top finishers in various categories, including overall male and female winners, as well as age division medals. Don’t miss the chance to join this vibrant community event while soaking in the stunning views of Lake Michigan. Be sure to use the coupon code FOLKFEST for a $15 discount on your registration before November 14th!
The race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with check-in and packet pick-up available on Friday evening and early Saturday morning. Every registered participant will receive a custom 2027 Folk Fest 5K T-shirt, and there will be awards for top finishers in various categories, including overall male and female winners, as well as age division medals. Don’t miss the chance to join this vibrant community event while soaking in the stunning views of Lake Michigan. Be sure to use the coupon code FOLKFEST for a $15 discount on your registration before November 14th!
Organiser's Description
NEW NAME, SAME TRADITION: THE EMERALD CHASE IS NOW THE FOLK FEST 5K!
USE COUPON CODE FOLKFEST AT CHECKOUT TO SAVE $15 ON YOUR REGISTRATION THROUGH NOVEMBER 14TH.
Kick off Folk Fest morning on the scenic Lake Michigan boardwalk! Hosted by Another Level Athletic Club (ALAC) [https://RunALAC.com] in proud partnership with Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce (STC). 100% OF PROCEEDS SUPPORT LOCAL YOUTH RUNNING PROGRAMS.
Join us on SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2027 during the Manistique Folk Fest for the Folk Fest 5K! We are designing an updated, scenic 5K route along the Manistique boardwalk that reduces highway exposure and ends at Folk Fest in downtown Manistique.
SCHEDULE & COURSE
* RACE DATE & START TIME: Saturday, July 10, 2027 @ 9:00 AM
* START & FINISH LOCATION: TBD (Final route details coming soon)
CHECK-IN & PACKET PICK-UP
* FRIDAY, JULY 9: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM at Manistique High School (100 N Cedar St.)
* SATURDAY, JULY 10 (RACE DAY): 7:30 AM 8:30 AM at the Start Line
CUSTOM EVENT T-SHIRTS & AWARDS
Every registered participant receives a custom 2027 Folk Fest 5K T-shirt.
AWARDS CEREMONY: Planned for ~10:15 AM on the Folk Fest Main Stage
TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED TO:
* Overall 5K Male Winner
* Overall 5K Female Winner
* 5K Grand Master (60+) Male Winner
* 5K Grand Master (60+) Female Winner
CUSTOM MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO:
* 1st & 2nd Place Male finishers in all age divisions
* 1st & 2nd Place Female finishers in all age divisions
* All 10 & Under finishers
PREFER TO REGISTER BY MAIL? DOWNLOAD FORM [https://folkfest5k.com/registration-form.pdf]
USE COUPON CODE FOLKFEST AT CHECKOUT TO SAVE $15 ON YOUR REGISTRATION THROUGH NOVEMBER 14TH.
Kick off Folk Fest morning on the scenic Lake Michigan boardwalk! Hosted by Another Level Athletic Club (ALAC) [https://RunALAC.com] in proud partnership with Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce (STC). 100% OF PROCEEDS SUPPORT LOCAL YOUTH RUNNING PROGRAMS.
Join us on SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2027 during the Manistique Folk Fest for the Folk Fest 5K! We are designing an updated, scenic 5K route along the Manistique boardwalk that reduces highway exposure and ends at Folk Fest in downtown Manistique.
SCHEDULE & COURSE
* RACE DATE & START TIME: Saturday, July 10, 2027 @ 9:00 AM
* START & FINISH LOCATION: TBD (Final route details coming soon)
CHECK-IN & PACKET PICK-UP
* FRIDAY, JULY 9: 5:00 PM 7:00 PM at Manistique High School (100 N Cedar St.)
* SATURDAY, JULY 10 (RACE DAY): 7:30 AM 8:30 AM at the Start Line
CUSTOM EVENT T-SHIRTS & AWARDS
Every registered participant receives a custom 2027 Folk Fest 5K T-shirt.
AWARDS CEREMONY: Planned for ~10:15 AM on the Folk Fest Main Stage
TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED TO:
* Overall 5K Male Winner
* Overall 5K Female Winner
* 5K Grand Master (60+) Male Winner
* 5K Grand Master (60+) Female Winner
CUSTOM MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO:
* 1st & 2nd Place Male finishers in all age divisions
* 1st & 2nd Place Female finishers in all age divisions
* All 10 & Under finishers
PREFER TO REGISTER BY MAIL? DOWNLOAD FORM [https://folkfest5k.com/registration-form.pdf]
Races
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Folk Fest 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th July 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
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