Metro Way 5K & West Fest
- Date Wed 22nd July 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Wyoming, Michigan
- Price Free - $33.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Metro Way 5K & West Fest on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, in beautiful Wyoming, Kent! This exciting event invites the whole community to come together for a memorable experience, featuring a 5K race that welcomes participants of all paces, whether you choose to run or walk.
This year, the festivities will be enhanced with the introduction of West Fest, a vibrant festival atmosphere filled with delicious food trucks, live music, inflatables, and a variety of hands-on activities for families and children to enjoy. Don’t miss the YMCA Youth Races taking place just before the main event, giving kids a chance to join in on the action. Plus, participants can engage in peer-to-peer fundraising to support their efforts. Whether you’re racing, walking, or simply soaking in the joyful atmosphere, the Metro Way 5K & West Fest promises a day of excitement and community spirit that you won't want to miss! We can't wait to see you there!
This year, the festivities will be enhanced with the introduction of West Fest, a vibrant festival atmosphere filled with delicious food trucks, live music, inflatables, and a variety of hands-on activities for families and children to enjoy. Don’t miss the YMCA Youth Races taking place just before the main event, giving kids a chance to join in on the action. Plus, participants can engage in peer-to-peer fundraising to support their efforts. Whether you’re racing, walking, or simply soaking in the joyful atmosphere, the Metro Way 5K & West Fest promises a day of excitement and community spirit that you won't want to miss! We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
Join UM Health-West on July 22 for the annual Metro Way 5K and our brand-new West Fest! The Metro Way 5K & West Fest presented by LMCU is a family-friendly event designed to bring the whole community together for one memorable day.
This year were introducing West Fest, a festival-style experience for children and families to enjoy both during and after the race. With food trucks, live music, inflatables, and lots of hands-on activities, West Fest will provide plenty of entertainment and fun for all ages.
Run or Walk:
You can run or walk the 5K. Its perfect for all paces!
Virtual 5K:
Run or walk on your own time, wherever you would like!
YMCA Youth Races:
Kids can join in on the fun, too, with our YMCA Youth Races held right before the 5K.
Peer to Peer Fundraising:
Participants can create a personal peer-to-peer fundraising page and invite friends and family to support them.
Whether youre running, walking, or simply joining in on the fun, its a day built for everyone to enjoy. We cant wait to see you there!
This year were introducing West Fest, a festival-style experience for children and families to enjoy both during and after the race. With food trucks, live music, inflatables, and lots of hands-on activities, West Fest will provide plenty of entertainment and fun for all ages.
Run or Walk:
You can run or walk the 5K. Its perfect for all paces!
Virtual 5K:
Run or walk on your own time, wherever you would like!
YMCA Youth Races:
Kids can join in on the fun, too, with our YMCA Youth Races held right before the 5K.
Peer to Peer Fundraising:
Participants can create a personal peer-to-peer fundraising page and invite friends and family to support them.
Whether youre running, walking, or simply joining in on the fun, its a day built for everyone to enjoy. We cant wait to see you there!
Races
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Metro Way 5K
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 22nd July 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$28.50
*T-shirts are guaranteed to those who registered before Wednesday, June 24, 2026. -
YMCA Youth Races
Wed 22nd July 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
Free
Kids will run distances of 50, 100 and 150 yards, depending on their age. Join us for a group warm up at 5:45 pm led by YMCA Volunteers. -
*Virtual* Metro Way 5K
Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$33.80
Run or walk on your time, wherever you would like with this virtual race option! All participants must submit their race time by end 11:59 pm on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in order to be sent a medal and T-shirt*. *T-shirts are guaranteed to those who registered before Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
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2225 Main St SW, Wyoming, 49519, MI, United States
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