Max's Race for The Davies Project
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location East Lansing, Michigan
- Price $16.90 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, Sprint
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 21st Annual Max's Race for The Davies Project, taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the picturesque Michigan State University campus in East Lansing, Ingham. This uplifting event features a 5k run/walk, where participants can enjoy a scavenger hunt inspired by Max’s favorite things, like the moon and MSU's beloved mascot, Sparty. Join us in honoring Max, who tragically passed away at the age of six due to meningitis, while raising essential funds to provide free round-trip rides to medical appointments for children facing serious health challenges.
The race kicks off with the 5k starting at 8 AM, followed by a Kids Mile at 9:15 AM and a fun Kids Sprint. All participants will receive a stylish short sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal to commemorate their achievement. Special family and group pricing is available for those who register three or more participants at the same time, making it an excellent opportunity for a fun day out with loved ones! Mark your calendars for this heartwarming community event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy in support of a great cause!
The race kicks off with the 5k starting at 8 AM, followed by a Kids Mile at 9:15 AM and a fun Kids Sprint. All participants will receive a stylish short sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal to commemorate their achievement. Special family and group pricing is available for those who register three or more participants at the same time, making it an excellent opportunity for a fun day out with loved ones! Mark your calendars for this heartwarming community event that combines fitness, fun, and philanthropy in support of a great cause!
Organiser's Description
MAX'S RACE for THE DAVIES PROJECT 2026, our 21ST ANNUAL in-person 5k run/walk, will be held on the beautiful campus of MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY. Consider a scavenger hunt of Max's favorite things such as the moon, the color orange, or MSU's mascot Sparty to honor the legacy of Max who passed away at the age of 6 due to complications from meningitis.
Proceeds from the event will support free round-trip rides to medical appointments for children facing serious health challenges.
All participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal.
RACE LOCATION: Hubbard Hall 964 Hubbard Rd. East Lansing, MI 48825
Please see the summer complimentary parking maps at https://parking.msu.edu/
SPECIAL FAMILY/GROUP PRICING: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $5 per person. Valid for the 5k.
RUN FOR FREE - DETAILS BELOW!
AWARDS: Overall awards to top male and female finisher. Awards to top 3 in each 5-year age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Virtual times will not be counted toward age group awards.
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, June 12th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Playmakers in Okemos.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 7:00 am to 8:45 am morning of the race in the center of Akers and Hubbard Hall courtyard
RACE DAY START TIMES: 5K RUN/WALK STARTS AT 8AM, KIDS MILE STARTS AT 9:15AM, FOLLOWED BY KIDS SPRINT
RACE LOCATION: MSU HUBBARD HALL 964 HUBBARD RD. EAST LANSING, MI 48825
The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/]. Results will be posted during the race and online at PLAYMAKERS.COM [https://www.playmakers.com/Events/Results.aspx].
To become a sponsor, contact [email protected]
Photos will be available after the event and courtesy of Del Rio Images.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DAVIES PROJECT [https://thedaviesproject.org/]!
Proceeds from the event will support free round-trip rides to medical appointments for children facing serious health challenges.
All participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal.
RACE LOCATION: Hubbard Hall 964 Hubbard Rd. East Lansing, MI 48825
Please see the summer complimentary parking maps at https://parking.msu.edu/
SPECIAL FAMILY/GROUP PRICING: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $5 per person. Valid for the 5k.
RUN FOR FREE - DETAILS BELOW!
AWARDS: Overall awards to top male and female finisher. Awards to top 3 in each 5-year age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Virtual times will not be counted toward age group awards.
PACKET PICKUP: Friday, June 12th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Playmakers in Okemos.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: 7:00 am to 8:45 am morning of the race in the center of Akers and Hubbard Hall courtyard
RACE DAY START TIMES: 5K RUN/WALK STARTS AT 8AM, KIDS MILE STARTS AT 9:15AM, FOLLOWED BY KIDS SPRINT
RACE LOCATION: MSU HUBBARD HALL 964 HUBBARD RD. EAST LANSING, MI 48825
The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.facebook.com/michiganrunningfoundation/]. Results will be posted during the race and online at PLAYMAKERS.COM [https://www.playmakers.com/Events/Results.aspx].
To become a sponsor, contact [email protected]
Photos will be available after the event and courtesy of Del Rio Images.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DAVIES PROJECT [https://thedaviesproject.org/]!
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