HOOTIE HOO 8K TRAIL | 5K PAVED | HOOT X 2
- Date Sun 29th March 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Shelby Township, Michigan
- Price $38.60 - $49.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off spring with the HOOTIE HOO 8K TRAIL and 5K PAVED race event on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at River Bends Park! This exhilarating event is perfect for runners of all levels, whether you’re gearing up for a marathon or just getting off the couch. Choose your challenge with an 8K trail run that immerses you in nature or a 5K paved path that’s ideal for a quick sprint. For the ultimate test, sign up for the HOOT X 2 and conquer both distances back-to-back!
With a variety of age-based pricing and unique finisher gifts, this family-friendly race promises to be a fantastic day for everyone. Participants can enjoy a choice of swag, including a gender-specific long sleeve tech shirt or a cozy crew neck sweatshirt. Plus, there are plenty of awards for top finishers in various age groups, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine. The excitement kicks off at 7:45 AM with registration, leading to the 8K trail race starting at 9:30 AM and the 5K at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of fitness and fun—mark
With a variety of age-based pricing and unique finisher gifts, this family-friendly race promises to be a fantastic day for everyone. Participants can enjoy a choice of swag, including a gender-specific long sleeve tech shirt or a cozy crew neck sweatshirt. Plus, there are plenty of awards for top finishers in various age groups, ensuring that everyone has a chance to shine. The excitement kicks off at 7:45 AM with registration, leading to the 8K trail race starting at 9:30 AM and the 5K at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of fitness and fun—mark
Organiser's Description
HERE COMES SPRING AND THERE IS NO BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE THAN GETTING YOUR FITNESS ON!
MAYBE YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINING FOR A SPRING MARATHON OR MAYBE YOUR COUCH HAS SEEN A LITTLE TOO MUCH OF YOU LATELY! _JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE_ HERE, SO GRAB A FRIEND AND CHOOSE A DISTANCE AND TERRAIN - 8K ON TRAILS OR 5K ON A PAVED BIKE PATH. _OR IF YOU REALLY WANT TO TEST YOUR FITNESS SIGN UP FOR THE HOOT X 2. RUN THE 8K TRAIL RACE FOLLOWED BY THE 5K PAVED RACE. _
_*RUNNERS MUST FINISH THE 8K IN 60 MINUTES OR LESS TO START THE 5K_
**RIVER BENDS PARK**
**AGE BASED PRICING: YOUTH 12 YRS AND UNDER ARE $20, RACE DAY $25. YOUTH CATEGORY DOES NOT INCLUDE A SWAG ITEM, BUT YOUTH FINISHERS WILL GET A FINISHER AWARD**
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
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3 DIFFERENT DISTANCES OFFERED AND 2 DIFFERENT TERRAINS! 8K - TRAIL, 5K- PAVED, HOOT X 2 CONSISTS OF 8K - TRAIL + 5K PAVED!
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YOUR CHOICE OF SWAG ITEM, GENDER SPECIFIC FULLY SUBLIMATED LONG SLEEVE TECH SHIRT OR CREW NECK SWEATSHIRT
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UNIQUE FINISHER GIFT TO GET YOU EXCITED FOR SPRING!
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8K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 19 AND UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
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5K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 13 AND UNDER, 14-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
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POST RACE REFRESHMENTS
SCHEDULE
7:45 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION
9:30 AM 8K TRAIL RACE STARTS
10:30 AM 5K PAVED RACE STARTS
**NOTE - Runners registering for the HOOT X 2 (8K+5K) will need to complete the 8K trail race by 10:30 AM to start the 5K by 10:35 AM
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP TBD
HANSON'S RUNNING SHOP, 8409 HALL RD., UTICA
MAPS
MAYBE YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINING FOR A SPRING MARATHON OR MAYBE YOUR COUCH HAS SEEN A LITTLE TOO MUCH OF YOU LATELY! _JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE_ HERE, SO GRAB A FRIEND AND CHOOSE A DISTANCE AND TERRAIN - 8K ON TRAILS OR 5K ON A PAVED BIKE PATH. _OR IF YOU REALLY WANT TO TEST YOUR FITNESS SIGN UP FOR THE HOOT X 2. RUN THE 8K TRAIL RACE FOLLOWED BY THE 5K PAVED RACE. _
_*RUNNERS MUST FINISH THE 8K IN 60 MINUTES OR LESS TO START THE 5K_
**RIVER BENDS PARK**
**AGE BASED PRICING: YOUTH 12 YRS AND UNDER ARE $20, RACE DAY $25. YOUTH CATEGORY DOES NOT INCLUDE A SWAG ITEM, BUT YOUTH FINISHERS WILL GET A FINISHER AWARD**
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
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3 DIFFERENT DISTANCES OFFERED AND 2 DIFFERENT TERRAINS! 8K - TRAIL, 5K- PAVED, HOOT X 2 CONSISTS OF 8K - TRAIL + 5K PAVED!
*
YOUR CHOICE OF SWAG ITEM, GENDER SPECIFIC FULLY SUBLIMATED LONG SLEEVE TECH SHIRT OR CREW NECK SWEATSHIRT
*
UNIQUE FINISHER GIFT TO GET YOU EXCITED FOR SPRING!
*
8K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 19 AND UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
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5K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 13 AND UNDER, 14-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
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POST RACE REFRESHMENTS
SCHEDULE
7:45 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION
9:30 AM 8K TRAIL RACE STARTS
10:30 AM 5K PAVED RACE STARTS
**NOTE - Runners registering for the HOOT X 2 (8K+5K) will need to complete the 8K trail race by 10:30 AM to start the 5K by 10:35 AM
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP TBD
HANSON'S RUNNING SHOP, 8409 HALL RD., UTICA
MAPS
Races
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8k Run
Incl. $3.60 Fee & CHOOSE YOUR SWAG ITEM: TECH SHIRT
Sun 29th March 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.60
OPENS 28 NOVThe course will be a mostly single track trail with some stretches of paved path. -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.60 Fee & CHOOSE YOUR SWAG ITEM: HAT or HOODIE
Sun 29th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$38.60
OPENS 28 NOVThe course will be 100% on paved bike path within the park. -
Hoot X 2 | 8k Trail & 5k Paved
Incl. $4.20 Fee
Sun 29th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$49.20
OPENS 28 NOVRunners will run the 8K trail race and then return to the start line for the 5K paved race. Runners must finish the 8K in 60 minutes or less in order to start the 5K paved race. The 5K start line will close at 10:35 AM.
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River Bends Park (22 Mile Entrance), 5700 22 Mile Rd, Shelby Township, 48317, MI, United States
HOOTIE HOO 8K TRAIL | 5K PAVED | HOOT X 2
