Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K
- Date Sat 21st June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Grand Ledge, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of community spirit and athleticism at the Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K on Saturday, June 21, 2025! Taking place in the charming town of Grand Ledge, Michigan, this exciting event kicks off with a 400-meter Kids Race for participants aged 10 and under at 8:15 AM, followed by a 1-mile youth run for those 13 and under at 8:00 AM. The main event, the 5K race, begins at 8:45 AM, starting and finishing at the Grand Ledge High School Track & Field facility.
This is not just a race; it's a celebration of fitness and a wonderful opportunity to support local education. All proceeds benefit the Grand Ledge Education Foundation, which funds special projects within Grand Ledge Public Schools. Participants can enjoy post-race refreshments, receive medals, and compete for prizes in various age divisions. Whether you choose to run in person or participate virtually, you're guaranteed a memorable experience, complete with a technical t-shirt for early registrants. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community support!
This is not just a race; it's a celebration of fitness and a wonderful opportunity to support local education. All proceeds benefit the Grand Ledge Education Foundation, which funds special projects within Grand Ledge Public Schools. Participants can enjoy post-race refreshments, receive medals, and compete for prizes in various age divisions. Whether you choose to run in person or participate virtually, you're guaranteed a memorable experience, complete with a technical t-shirt for early registrants. Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community support!
Organiser's Description
THE GRAND LEDGE EDUCATION FOUNDATION COMET CHASE 5K WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2025 IN GRAND LEDGE, MICHIGAN. The 5k race begins at 8:45 AM from the Grand Ledge High School Track & field facility and travels through town before returning to the track. A 1 mile run for youth 13 & under starts at 8:00 AM and the 400m Kids Race precedes the 5K at 8:15 AM. All PROCEEDS go to benefit the Grand Ledge Education Foundation a 501(c)3 organization that works to provide extra funding for special projects within the Grand Ledge Public Schools classrooms.
PRICING: 5k in person and virtual 5k - $45 until 6/12 then $55. 1 mile kids race and 400 yd dash kids race - $20 until 6/12 then $25.
GROUPINGS: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34,
35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
AWARDS & PRIZES:
Post race refreshments for all registrants and chance at race day door prizes
5K RUN/WALK: Medals awarded to the male and female winners in each division. All participants receive a finisher medal. 5k participants receive a technical t-shirt which is guaranteed to all entries received prior to June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date.
VIRTUAL 5K RUN/WALK: All participants receive a finisher medal. Virtual 5k participants receive a technical t-shirt which is guaranteed to all entries received prior to June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date. Shirts and medals will be mailed to participants beginning week of June 24th.
400M KIDS RACE (10 AND UNDER): All participants will receive a Comet Squeeze Ball.Youth races receive a cotton blend t-shirt with entries by June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date
1 MILE YOUTH RACE (13 AND UNDER): Medals awarded to top 10 finishers. All participants will receive a Comet Squeeze Ball. Youth races receive a cotton blend t-shirt with entries by June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, June 21 from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at the Sawdon Administration Building 220 Lamson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/place/220+Lamson+St,+Grand+Ledge,+MI+48837/@42.7496633,-84.7510347,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x882297dc1543c535:0xad2361e7351a69e2!8m2!3d42.7496594!4d-84.7484598!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3gcp49?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTEyNC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] and morning of the race starting at 7:00 AM. Pickup takes place at At the Grand Ledge High School Track & Field Facility 1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1211+Lohne+Dr,+Grand+Ledge,+MI+48837/@42.7434028,-84.7589019,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8822bd5f67fcd889:0x10d834230302d231!8m2!3d42.7433989!4d-84.756327!16s%2Fg%2F11txj00l1c?entry=ttu]
RACE DAY PARKING: Available at Grand Ledge High School Track & Field Facility 1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 4883 Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1211+Lohne+Dr,+Grand+Ledge,+MI+48837/@42.7434028,-84.7589019,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8822bd5f67fcd889:0x10d834230302d231!8m2!3d42.7433989!4d-84.756327!16s%2Fg%2F11txj00l1c?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTEyNC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
The race will be timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/]. Results will be posted during the race and live on this website.
PRICING: 5k in person and virtual 5k - $45 until 6/12 then $55. 1 mile kids race and 400 yd dash kids race - $20 until 6/12 then $25.
GROUPINGS: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34,
35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
AWARDS & PRIZES:
Post race refreshments for all registrants and chance at race day door prizes
5K RUN/WALK: Medals awarded to the male and female winners in each division. All participants receive a finisher medal. 5k participants receive a technical t-shirt which is guaranteed to all entries received prior to June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date.
VIRTUAL 5K RUN/WALK: All participants receive a finisher medal. Virtual 5k participants receive a technical t-shirt which is guaranteed to all entries received prior to June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date. Shirts and medals will be mailed to participants beginning week of June 24th.
400M KIDS RACE (10 AND UNDER): All participants will receive a Comet Squeeze Ball.Youth races receive a cotton blend t-shirt with entries by June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date
1 MILE YOUTH RACE (13 AND UNDER): Medals awarded to top 10 finishers. All participants will receive a Comet Squeeze Ball. Youth races receive a cotton blend t-shirt with entries by June 12th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, June 21 from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM at the Sawdon Administration Building 220 Lamson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/place/220+Lamson+St,+Grand+Ledge,+MI+48837/@42.7496633,-84.7510347,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x882297dc1543c535:0xad2361e7351a69e2!8m2!3d42.7496594!4d-84.7484598!16s%2Fg%2F11bw3gcp49?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTEyNC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] and morning of the race starting at 7:00 AM. Pickup takes place at At the Grand Ledge High School Track & Field Facility 1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1211+Lohne+Dr,+Grand+Ledge,+MI+48837/@42.7434028,-84.7589019,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8822bd5f67fcd889:0x10d834230302d231!8m2!3d42.7433989!4d-84.756327!16s%2Fg%2F11txj00l1c?entry=ttu]
RACE DAY PARKING: Available at Grand Ledge High School Track & Field Facility 1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 4883 Google Maps [https://www.google.com/maps/place/1211+Lohne+Dr,+Grand+Ledge,+MI+48837/@42.7434028,-84.7589019,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x8822bd5f67fcd889:0x10d834230302d231!8m2!3d42.7433989!4d-84.756327!16s%2Fg%2F11txj00l1c?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTEyNC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D]
The race will be timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/]. Results will be posted during the race and live on this website.
Races
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Comet Chase 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
Sat 21st June 2025 (8:45AM EDT)
$48.70
OPENS SOONRace Begins and ends at the Grand Ledge High School Track & Field Facility and runs on quiet residential streets in the city of Grand Ledge. 1st place medals to the male and female winners in each division. Finisher Medals and shirts for all participants. -
1 Mile Youth Race
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Cotton Blend T-Shirt
Sat 21st June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOONFor youth ages 13 and under. The race will take place on the Grand Ledge High School Track. Top 10 finishers receive medals. Comet Squeeze Balls and shirts to all participants. -
400m Kids Race
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Cotton Blend T-Shirt
Sat 21st June 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS SOONFor youth ages 10 and under. The race will take place on the Grand Ledge High School Track. Comet Squeeze Balls and shirts to all participants. -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Tech T-Shirt
$48.70
OPENS SOONFinisher Medals and shirts for all participants. Medals and shirts will be mailed to participants Beginning the week of June 24th.
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