Port Austin Run and Walk
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Port Austin, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the Port Austin Run and Walk on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in beautiful Port Austin, Michigan! This uplifting event honors the memory of Donald M. Cook, a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in Vietnam. The day features three dynamic race options: an 8K run, a 2-mile run, and a 2-mile walk, ensuring there's a distance for everyone to enjoy. The races kick off at 8:30 a.m. from Gallup Park, conveniently located just off M-25.
Participants can look forward to a scenic course that combines village charm with rural roads, creating a delightful running and walking experience. With professional timing and awards for top finishers in each age group, it's not just about crossing the finish line but celebrating achievements together. Plus, enjoy refreshments and the chance to win fantastic prizes in our post-race drawings! Join us in making a difference while having fun, and don't miss your chance to be part of this memorable day dedicated to honoring our heroes!
Participants can look forward to a scenic course that combines village charm with rural roads, creating a delightful running and walking experience. With professional timing and awards for top finishers in each age group, it's not just about crossing the finish line but celebrating achievements together. Plus, enjoy refreshments and the chance to win fantastic prizes in our post-race drawings! Join us in making a difference while having fun, and don't miss your chance to be part of this memorable day dedicated to honoring our heroes!
Organiser's Description
WE DEDICATE THIS IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR COUSIN DONALD M. COOK, A FALLEN HERO WHO HEROICALLY SACRIFICED HIS LIFE IN VIETNAM WHILE SERVING OUR NATION. PROCEEDS WILL PROUDLY BE GIVEN TO THE BLUE STAR MOTHERS THUMB CHAPTER 178 AND THE VFW POST 116, HONORING HIS MEMORY AND SUPPORTING THOSE WHO SERVE.
A GREAT FAMILY EVENT WITH A DISTANCE FOR EVERYONE AND DRAWINGS TO WIN MANY GREAT PRIZES!
EVENTS: *8K RUN * 2 MILE RUN * 2 MILE WALK
WHEN: SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026. THE RACE BEGINS AT 8:30 A.M. REGISTRATION IS FROM 7:30-8:00 A.M.
WHERE: GALLUP PARK IN PORT AUSTIN LOCATED JUST OFF M-25
REGISTRATION AND FEES: 2 MILE RUN AND WALK- BEFORE JULY 11, 2026, $20 * AFTER JULY 11, 2026, $25 * NO SHIRT SUBTRACT $5. 8K- BEFORE JULY 11, 2026, $25 * AFTER JULY 11, 2026, $30 * NO SHIRT SUBTRACT $5.
*SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER JULY 11, 2026
FACILITIES: PLEASE COME DRESSED AND READY TO RACE. PORT-A-JOHNS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE PARK.
COURSE: THE SCENIC 8K RUN INCLUDES BOTH VILLAGE AND RURAL ROADS, ABOUT 50/50 PAVED AND GRAVEL. THE 2 MILE RUN AND WALK IS ALL PAVED VILLAGE STREETS. WATER STATIONS PROVIDED. REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE PAVILION AFTER THE RACE.
*THE 2 MILE RUN AND WALK WILL START AT 8:30 A.M. WITH THE 8K RUN STARTING A COUPLE OF MINUTES AFTER.
**THE 8K RUN WILL START IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION AS THE 2 MILE RACES.
***IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE 2 MILE WALK YOU MUST WALK THE WHOLE COURSE FROM START TO FINISH.
RESULTS/TIMING: OUR RACE WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY TIMED BY ALDRICH TIMING & RACE MANAGEMENT LLC. RESULTS WILL BE POSTED SHORTLY AFTER THE RACE ON HTTP://RUNSIGNUP.COM/PORTAUSTINRUNANDWALK [http://runsignup.com/portaustinrunandwalk]
AWARDS: TROPHIES TO OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WINNER. TROPHIES OR AWARDS TO TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP
AGE GROUPS: BOTH 2 MILE RUN AND WALK AND 8K RUN: 10 & UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
REGISTER: ONLINE BY CLICKING THE SIGN UP BUTTON OR SEE OUR MAIL ENTRY INFORMATION BELOW.
MAIL ENTRIES: PRINT AND FILL IN THE PAPER REGISTRATION FORM [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race161263_event1068604_reg.bPoWCW.pdf] TO MAIL WITH YOUR CHECK. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE AND MAIL TO:
PORT AUSTIN RUN AND WALK, 4735 CHAMPAGNE RD, CASEVILLE, MI. 48725.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: KARLA HARTZ 989-550-3637 OR EMAIL [email protected]
_Dont forget to cheer for yourself when you reach the finish line_
A GREAT FAMILY EVENT WITH A DISTANCE FOR EVERYONE AND DRAWINGS TO WIN MANY GREAT PRIZES!
EVENTS: *8K RUN * 2 MILE RUN * 2 MILE WALK
WHEN: SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026. THE RACE BEGINS AT 8:30 A.M. REGISTRATION IS FROM 7:30-8:00 A.M.
WHERE: GALLUP PARK IN PORT AUSTIN LOCATED JUST OFF M-25
REGISTRATION AND FEES: 2 MILE RUN AND WALK- BEFORE JULY 11, 2026, $20 * AFTER JULY 11, 2026, $25 * NO SHIRT SUBTRACT $5. 8K- BEFORE JULY 11, 2026, $25 * AFTER JULY 11, 2026, $30 * NO SHIRT SUBTRACT $5.
*SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER JULY 11, 2026
FACILITIES: PLEASE COME DRESSED AND READY TO RACE. PORT-A-JOHNS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE PARK.
COURSE: THE SCENIC 8K RUN INCLUDES BOTH VILLAGE AND RURAL ROADS, ABOUT 50/50 PAVED AND GRAVEL. THE 2 MILE RUN AND WALK IS ALL PAVED VILLAGE STREETS. WATER STATIONS PROVIDED. REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE PAVILION AFTER THE RACE.
*THE 2 MILE RUN AND WALK WILL START AT 8:30 A.M. WITH THE 8K RUN STARTING A COUPLE OF MINUTES AFTER.
**THE 8K RUN WILL START IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION AS THE 2 MILE RACES.
***IF YOU SIGN UP FOR THE 2 MILE WALK YOU MUST WALK THE WHOLE COURSE FROM START TO FINISH.
RESULTS/TIMING: OUR RACE WILL BE PROFESSIONALLY TIMED BY ALDRICH TIMING & RACE MANAGEMENT LLC. RESULTS WILL BE POSTED SHORTLY AFTER THE RACE ON HTTP://RUNSIGNUP.COM/PORTAUSTINRUNANDWALK [http://runsignup.com/portaustinrunandwalk]
AWARDS: TROPHIES TO OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WINNER. TROPHIES OR AWARDS TO TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP
AGE GROUPS: BOTH 2 MILE RUN AND WALK AND 8K RUN: 10 & UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
REGISTER: ONLINE BY CLICKING THE SIGN UP BUTTON OR SEE OUR MAIL ENTRY INFORMATION BELOW.
MAIL ENTRIES: PRINT AND FILL IN THE PAPER REGISTRATION FORM [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race161263_event1068604_reg.bPoWCW.pdf] TO MAIL WITH YOUR CHECK. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE AND MAIL TO:
PORT AUSTIN RUN AND WALK, 4735 CHAMPAGNE RD, CASEVILLE, MI. 48725.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: KARLA HARTZ 989-550-3637 OR EMAIL [email protected]
_Dont forget to cheer for yourself when you reach the finish line_
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