Henry Ford Race to Health
- Date Sun 13th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Jackson, Michigan
- Price Free - $33.38
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day of health and wellness at the 42nd Annual Henry Ford Race to Health, taking place on Sunday, September 13th, 2026, at the picturesque Cascades Park in Jackson. This exciting event features a 5K run starting at 8:00 AM and a 5K walk at 8:05 AM, offering participants a chance to challenge themselves while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Young athletes can join in the excitement with the Kids Fun Run for ages 3 to 12 at 9:00 AM, where every child will receive a free Run Wild tie-dye t-shirt and a finisher's medal!
Participants can also form a 4-person relay team for an un-timed, fun-filled experience around the baseball field, with each member running a half-mile. Enjoy competitive spirit with prize money for the top overall and master winners, along with medals for the top three finishers in each age group. Early registration is encouraged to secure a t-shirt in your size, with pricing starting at just $30 until August 31st. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support community wellness programs while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie!
Participants can also form a 4-person relay team for an un-timed, fun-filled experience around the baseball field, with each member running a half-mile. Enjoy competitive spirit with prize money for the top overall and master winners, along with medals for the top three finishers in each age group. Early registration is encouraged to secure a t-shirt in your size, with pricing starting at just $30 until August 31st. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support community wellness programs while enjoying a day of fitness and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR OUR 42ND Annual Henry Ford Jackson Race to Health on Sunday, September 13th, 2026 at the beautiful Cascades Park in Jackson.
HERES THE RUN DOWN! ALL 5k participants receive a FINISHERS MEDAL!
5K Run at 8:00 am
5K Walk at 8:05 am
Kids Fun Run (ages 3 - 12) at 9:00 am (KIDS GET A FREE RUN WILD TIE DYE T-SHIRT AND FINISHERS MEDAL))
PRICING: $30 until 8/31, $35 from 9/1 until 9/12. Race day is $45. Register by August 28th to secure a t-shirt in your size! Limited shirts available for late registrations.
TEAM RELAY - For those that don't want to compete in the 5k join a 4 person relay team. Each member will run a 1/2 mile around the baseball field. This is an un-timed event, just for FUN! Each member costs $25 and receives a t-shirt (if registered by the t-shirt deadline). No awards for this event.
PLUS!
T-shirts for everyone who registers by August 28th. Sizes available after that date as supplies last.
Prize money for top overall and master winners
Medals for top 3 winners in each age group
COURSE INFORMATION: See tab at the top of the page - COURSE MAP [https://runsignup.com/Race/AllegianceHealthRacetoHealth5KRunWalk/Page-3]
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Will be held on Saturday, September 12th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the race location, Cascades Park in Jackson
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am at the race start/finish area and will remain open until the 5k walk starts.
PROCEEDS: Support the Henry Ford Health community wellness programs
RESULTS are live and texted to you after you cross the finish line. A full listing of results can be found on this page at the top Results tab. The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION
HERES THE RUN DOWN! ALL 5k participants receive a FINISHERS MEDAL!
5K Run at 8:00 am
5K Walk at 8:05 am
Kids Fun Run (ages 3 - 12) at 9:00 am (KIDS GET A FREE RUN WILD TIE DYE T-SHIRT AND FINISHERS MEDAL))
PRICING: $30 until 8/31, $35 from 9/1 until 9/12. Race day is $45. Register by August 28th to secure a t-shirt in your size! Limited shirts available for late registrations.
TEAM RELAY - For those that don't want to compete in the 5k join a 4 person relay team. Each member will run a 1/2 mile around the baseball field. This is an un-timed event, just for FUN! Each member costs $25 and receives a t-shirt (if registered by the t-shirt deadline). No awards for this event.
PLUS!
T-shirts for everyone who registers by August 28th. Sizes available after that date as supplies last.
Prize money for top overall and master winners
Medals for top 3 winners in each age group
COURSE INFORMATION: See tab at the top of the page - COURSE MAP [https://runsignup.com/Race/AllegianceHealthRacetoHealth5KRunWalk/Page-3]
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Will be held on Saturday, September 12th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the race location, Cascades Park in Jackson
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am at the race start/finish area and will remain open until the 5k walk starts.
PROCEEDS: Support the Henry Ford Health community wellness programs
RESULTS are live and texted to you after you cross the finish line. A full listing of results can be found on this page at the top Results tab. The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.38 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.38
OPENS 01 APR -
5K Walk
Incl. $3.38 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (8:05AM EDT)
$33.38
OPENS 01 APR -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 APRThis is a fun run for ages 3-12. Parents are allowed to run with their child as needed. -
Relay Team
Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (8:10AM EDT)
$28.06
OPENS 01 APRThis is a non-timed fun event. Teams of 4 people. Each team member will run a 1/2 mile around the baseball field. T-shirt included with entry fee. $25 per person.
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