Race for the Crown (5K & Medieval Mile)
From Great Lakes Race Management
- Date Sun 30th August 2026
- Time 7:45AM EDT
- Location Holly, Michigan
- Price $64.60 - $75.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spectacular day of fun and fitness at the Race for the Crown, hosted by Great Lakes Race Management! This exciting event takes place on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at the picturesque Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, Oakland. Runners and walkers of all abilities are invited to choose between a thrilling 5K or a charming Medieval Mile, both set against the enchanting backdrop of the RenFest grounds.
Kick off your Renaissance Festival weekend in style as you immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with sights and sounds that will transport you to a bygone era. The race begins at 7:45 AM, with the Medieval Mile following shortly after at 7:50 AM. Each registration includes a chip-timed race, a custom dri-fit event shirt, free parking, and even a ticket to the festival itself—an $28 value! Plus, participants can look forward to a custom finisher medal, overall and age group awards, and complimentary professional race photos to capture your victorious moments. Don't miss this unique opportunity to run through history and enjoy a day of celebration and camaraderie at the Race for the Crown!
Kick off your Renaissance Festival weekend in style as you immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with sights and sounds that will transport you to a bygone era. The race begins at 7:45 AM, with the Medieval Mile following shortly after at 7:50 AM. Each registration includes a chip-timed race, a custom dri-fit event shirt, free parking, and even a ticket to the festival itself—an $28 value! Plus, participants can look forward to a custom finisher medal, overall and age group awards, and complimentary professional race photos to capture your victorious moments. Don't miss this unique opportunity to run through history and enjoy a day of celebration and camaraderie at the Race for the Crown!
Organiser's Description
MALE SIGNRACE FOR THE CROWN CROSSED SWORDS
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
(12600 DIXIE HWY, HOLLY, MI.)
HEAR YE, HEAR YE! KICK OFF YOUR MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL WEEKEND WITH A RACE FIT FOR ROYALTY! RACE FOR THE CROWN INVITES RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL LEVELS TO TAKE ON A 5K OR 1-MILE MEDIEVAL MILE THROUGH THE ICONIC GROUNDS OF THE RENFEST.
THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN HOLLY GROVE VILLAGE, IMMERSING YOU IN THE SIGHTS, SOUNDS, AND ENERGY OF THE RENAISSANCE FESTIVALBEFORE THE GATES EVEN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! WHETHER YOURE CHASING A FAST TIME OR ENJOYING A FESTIVE RUN, THIS RACE DELIVERS PURE RENFEST MAGIC FROM START TO FINISH.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE RESULTS
CUSTOM DRI-FIT EVENT SHIRT
MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL TICKET ($28 VALUE)
FREE PARKING ($15 VALUE)
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
FREE PROFESSIONAL RACE PHOTOS
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS - TO REFUEL LIKE A CHAMPION!
PACKET PICK-UP:
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30TH, 2026 (RACE DAY!)
MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL FRONT GATE
12600 DIXIE HWY, HOLLY, MI
ALARM CLOCK 6:00 AM 7:30 AM
*** PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO ALLOW TIME FOR PARKING, WALKING TO PACKET PICK-UP, PICKING UP YOUR RACE PACKET AND GETTING TO THE START LINE! ***
* RACE STARTS AT 7:45AM! START LINE WILL ONLY BE OPEN UNTIL 7:55AM**
* HARD CUT OFF FOR 5K RUN IS 9:00AM (GATES OPEN FOR RENFEST)**
RACE START TIMES:
MALE SIGN 5K RACE: 7:45 AM
MALE SIGN MEDIEVAL MILE: 7:50 AM
PARKING:
FREE PARKING PROCEDURE (READ ME!)
* At Packet Pick-Up - We will give you your FREE Promo Code to use!
* Simply scan the QR Code at Packet-Pick-Up and enter in your license plate Number
Please know the License Plate Number of the vehicle you are driving --- _WE RECOMMEND TAKING A PICTURE OF IT WHEN YOU PARK._
DEDICATED RACE PARKING AREA:
* North lot next to the main entrance (see maps below and/or click the link below!)
* Once you input your License #, you are free to leave and come back to the festival all day on 8/30/26.
CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE MAPS GPS PARKING LOCATION [https://maps.app.goo.gl/aZ78rKCyKaTbqJXZ6]
START/FINISH LOCATION:
* NEXT TO THE FOOD/DRINK VENDOR LOCATION, EAST OF THE JOUSTING AREA
_(click link below for the exact Start/Finish location OR see map below!) _
**CLICK HERE TO GET GOOGLE MAPS GPS OF THE START/FINISH LOCATION** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/SooLwQuEy1UWPokk8]
MICHIGAN RENFEST FREE TICKET (ONLY VALID FOR 8/30!)
* After the Race, enjoy all the Michigan Renaissance Festival has to offer!
* You are allowed en-entry on 8/30/26 all day if you leave --- BUT YOU MUST GET YOUR HAND STAMPED AT THE EXIT GAME BEFORE YOU LEAVE.
_***YOUR RACE REGISTRATION GIVES YOU A FREE TICKET TO MICHIGAN RENFEST ONLY ON 8/30. IT CAN NOT BE USED ON ANY OTHER DAY***_
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026
MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
(12600 DIXIE HWY, HOLLY, MI.)
HEAR YE, HEAR YE! KICK OFF YOUR MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL WEEKEND WITH A RACE FIT FOR ROYALTY! RACE FOR THE CROWN INVITES RUNNERS AND WALKERS OF ALL LEVELS TO TAKE ON A 5K OR 1-MILE MEDIEVAL MILE THROUGH THE ICONIC GROUNDS OF THE RENFEST.
THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN HOLLY GROVE VILLAGE, IMMERSING YOU IN THE SIGHTS, SOUNDS, AND ENERGY OF THE RENAISSANCE FESTIVALBEFORE THE GATES EVEN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! WHETHER YOURE CHASING A FAST TIME OR ENJOYING A FESTIVE RUN, THIS RACE DELIVERS PURE RENFEST MAGIC FROM START TO FINISH.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
CHIP-TIMED RACE WITH LIVE RESULTS
CUSTOM DRI-FIT EVENT SHIRT
MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL TICKET ($28 VALUE)
FREE PARKING ($15 VALUE)
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
OVERALL & AGE GROUP AWARDS
FREE PROFESSIONAL RACE PHOTOS
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS - TO REFUEL LIKE A CHAMPION!
PACKET PICK-UP:
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30TH, 2026 (RACE DAY!)
MICHIGAN RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL FRONT GATE
12600 DIXIE HWY, HOLLY, MI
ALARM CLOCK 6:00 AM 7:30 AM
*** PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO ALLOW TIME FOR PARKING, WALKING TO PACKET PICK-UP, PICKING UP YOUR RACE PACKET AND GETTING TO THE START LINE! ***
* RACE STARTS AT 7:45AM! START LINE WILL ONLY BE OPEN UNTIL 7:55AM**
* HARD CUT OFF FOR 5K RUN IS 9:00AM (GATES OPEN FOR RENFEST)**
RACE START TIMES:
MALE SIGN 5K RACE: 7:45 AM
MALE SIGN MEDIEVAL MILE: 7:50 AM
PARKING:
FREE PARKING PROCEDURE (READ ME!)
* At Packet Pick-Up - We will give you your FREE Promo Code to use!
* Simply scan the QR Code at Packet-Pick-Up and enter in your license plate Number
Please know the License Plate Number of the vehicle you are driving --- _WE RECOMMEND TAKING A PICTURE OF IT WHEN YOU PARK._
DEDICATED RACE PARKING AREA:
* North lot next to the main entrance (see maps below and/or click the link below!)
* Once you input your License #, you are free to leave and come back to the festival all day on 8/30/26.
CLICK HERE FOR GOOGLE MAPS GPS PARKING LOCATION [https://maps.app.goo.gl/aZ78rKCyKaTbqJXZ6]
START/FINISH LOCATION:
* NEXT TO THE FOOD/DRINK VENDOR LOCATION, EAST OF THE JOUSTING AREA
_(click link below for the exact Start/Finish location OR see map below!) _
**CLICK HERE TO GET GOOGLE MAPS GPS OF THE START/FINISH LOCATION** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/SooLwQuEy1UWPokk8]
MICHIGAN RENFEST FREE TICKET (ONLY VALID FOR 8/30!)
* After the Race, enjoy all the Michigan Renaissance Festival has to offer!
* You are allowed en-entry on 8/30/26 all day if you leave --- BUT YOU MUST GET YOUR HAND STAMPED AT THE EXIT GAME BEFORE YOU LEAVE.
_***YOUR RACE REGISTRATION GIVES YOU A FREE TICKET TO MICHIGAN RENFEST ONLY ON 8/30. IT CAN NOT BE USED ON ANY OTHER DAY***_
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $5.20 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$75.20
CLOSEDREGISTRATION INCLUDES: three oclock Chip-timed Race with Live Results t-shirt Custom Dri-Fit Event shirt admission tickets Michigan Renaissance Festival ticket ($28 value) P button FREE Parking ($15 value) sports medal Custom Finisher Medal trophy Overall & Age Group Awards camera with flash FREE professional Race photos red applepretzel Post-race Refreshments - to refuel like a champion! -
Medieval Mile
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Event Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (7:50AM EDT)
$64.60
CLOSEDREGISTRATION INCLUDES: three oclock Chip-timed Race with Live Results t-shirt Custom Dri-Fit Event shirt admission tickets Michigan Renaissance Festival ticket ($28 value) P button FREE Parking ($15 value) sports medal Custom Finisher Medal trophy Overall & Age Group Awards camera with flash FREE professional Race photos red applepretzel Post-race Refreshments - to refuel like a champion!
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