Lake City Memorial Day 5k & 1 Mile Road Race
- Date Mon 25th May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Lake City, Michigan
- Price $17.53 - $33.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Lake City Memorial Day 5k & 1 Mile Road Race on Monday, May 25, 2026! Set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake City, Missaukee, this exciting event invites runners of all ages to participate in a spirited 5k race or a fun 1-mile dash. Hosted by the dedicated cross country teams from Lake City High School and Middle School, this race promises an energetic atmosphere filled with community spirit.
Every participant will be awarded a finisher medal, and there are additional prizes for the top finishers! Male and female winners in both the mile and 5k races will receive special awards, including gift cards to Fleet Feet running stores and age-group medals for the top three finishers in each category. With age groups ranging from 13 years and under all the way to 70 years and up, there's a place for everyone in this inclusive event. Don't forget to register by May 11 to secure your event t-shirt! Join us for a memorable day of running, community, and celebration to support the Lake City cross country programs!
Every participant will be awarded a finisher medal, and there are additional prizes for the top finishers! Male and female winners in both the mile and 5k races will receive special awards, including gift cards to Fleet Feet running stores and age-group medals for the top three finishers in each category. With age groups ranging from 13 years and under all the way to 70 years and up, there's a place for everyone in this inclusive event. Don't forget to register by May 11 to secure your event t-shirt! Join us for a memorable day of running, community, and celebration to support the Lake City cross country programs!
Organiser's Description
Join us on MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026 for the third year of the Lake City Memorial Day 5k & 1 Mile Road Race.
The run is hosted by the Lake City High School and Middle School cross country teams, and it will be timed by Rotpac Racing [https://www.rotpac.com/].
All participants will receive a finisher medal.
ADDITIONAL AWARDS:
* The first female and male finishers in the mile race will each receive a winner's medal.
* The first female and male finishers in the 5k race will each receive a gift card to the running store Fleet Feet [https://www.fleetfeet.com/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_content=brand&utm_campaign=21689428244&utm_term=fleet%20feet&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA2cu9BhBhEiwAft6IxCkXkAzFzT2SMbNtvRFBT-E04A817Is0zx-DP7Wh1o8P_64pQ0cd4BoCX4wQAvD_BwE]in Traverse City and other locations.
* The top three female and top three male finishers in each age will receive age-group medals. Age groups for the 5k run include:
* 13 years and under
* 14 - 19 years
* 20 - 29 years
* 30 - 39 years
* 40 - 49 years
* 50 - 59 years
* 60 - 69 years
* 70 years and up
All proceeds will go to the Lake City High School and Middle School cross country program.
Runners who register before Monday, May 11 will receive an event t-shirt. Extra t-shirts _may_ be available for purchase for registrants after May 11 and non-participants.
The run is hosted by the Lake City High School and Middle School cross country teams, and it will be timed by Rotpac Racing [https://www.rotpac.com/].
All participants will receive a finisher medal.
ADDITIONAL AWARDS:
* The first female and male finishers in the mile race will each receive a winner's medal.
* The first female and male finishers in the 5k race will each receive a gift card to the running store Fleet Feet [https://www.fleetfeet.com/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_content=brand&utm_campaign=21689428244&utm_term=fleet%20feet&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA2cu9BhBhEiwAft6IxCkXkAzFzT2SMbNtvRFBT-E04A817Is0zx-DP7Wh1o8P_64pQ0cd4BoCX4wQAvD_BwE]in Traverse City and other locations.
* The top three female and top three male finishers in each age will receive age-group medals. Age groups for the 5k run include:
* 13 years and under
* 14 - 19 years
* 20 - 29 years
* 30 - 39 years
* 40 - 49 years
* 50 - 59 years
* 60 - 69 years
* 70 years and up
All proceeds will go to the Lake City High School and Middle School cross country program.
Runners who register before Monday, May 11 will receive an event t-shirt. Extra t-shirts _may_ be available for purchase for registrants after May 11 and non-participants.
Races
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Lake City Memorial Day 5k Road Race
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:10AM EDT)
$33.50
OPENS 16 FEBRaces will begin and end in front of the Ardis Missaukee District Library on Canal Street in downtown Lake City. Bathrooms will be available inside the lobby of the library. -
Lake City Memorial Day 1 Mile Road Race
Incl. $2.53 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$17.53
OPENS 16 FEBRaces will begin and end in front of the Ardis Missaukee District Library on Canal Street in downtown Lake City. Bathrooms will be available inside the lobby of the library.
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