Rock the Light 5K Run/Walk & 10-Miler
- Date Sat 7th June 2025 - Fri 12th December 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Northport, Michigan
- Price $32.80 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the invigorating Rock the Light 5K Run/Walk & 10-Miler, taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in the picturesque Northport, Leelanau. This exciting event invites participants of all ages, including runners, walkers, strollers, and even dogs, to enjoy a beautiful day outdoors at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop inside Leelanau State Park.
The 5K race kicks off at 9:15 AM, while the 10-Miler starts earlier at 8:30 AM. Both events promise a fun-filled atmosphere with chip-timing provided by Race Result. Participants can look forward to a complimentary pancake breakfast, finisher medals, and the chance to win cash prizes for the top male and female finishers. With awards for the top three finishers in each five-year age group, this event is perfect for competitive spirits and casual participants alike. Don’t miss out on the chance to run or walk in this stunning location – register in advance to secure your spot and join in the festivities!
The 5K race kicks off at 9:15 AM, while the 10-Miler starts earlier at 8:30 AM. Both events promise a fun-filled atmosphere with chip-timing provided by Race Result. Participants can look forward to a complimentary pancake breakfast, finisher medals, and the chance to win cash prizes for the top male and female finishers. With awards for the top three finishers in each five-year age group, this event is perfect for competitive spirits and casual participants alike. Don’t miss out on the chance to run or walk in this stunning location – register in advance to secure your spot and join in the festivities!
Organiser's Description
5K RUN/WALK
EVENT: 5K start/finish at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop inside Leelanau State Park. (runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs are welcome)
EVENT DATE: Saturday, June 7, 2025
START TIME: 9:15 am
END TIME: 12 noon
PRICE: $30.00 Race Fee
Onsite registration available from 7:30 - 8:45 am during packet pick up.
PACKET PICK-UP: will be the morning of the race from 8:00-8:45 am Online registration will end at 5 pm on Friday, June 6. You may also register in person the day of the race from 8 am to 8:45 am.
10-MILER
EVENT: 10-Miler start/finish at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop inside Leelanau State Park.
EVENT DATE: Saturday, June 7, 2025
START TIME: 8:30 am
END TIME: 12 noon
PRICE: $40.00 Race Fee
Onsite registration available from 7:30 - 8:15 am during packet pick-up.
PACKET PICK-UP: will be the morning of the race from 7:30-8:15 am Online registration will end at 5 pm on Friday, June 6. You may also register in person the day of the race from 7:30 am to 8:15 am.
The event is chip-timed by Race Result. Cash prize for the top male and female finisher for each event. Five-year age group awards (top 3 in each age group) will be available under the tent after the race. All participants will also receive a giveaway, a finisher medal, a complimentary pancake breakfast, and admission to the lighthouse. Bib numbers will be put into a drawing for prizes that can be picked up right after you finish the race. This race is included in the Traverse City Track Club's 2024 Grand Prix Series.
**Please note: A recreation passport is NOT needed for vehicle entry into Leelanau State Park as this is a free MI State Park weekend.
COURSE
The course will start at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop, inside Leelanau State Park (15500 N. Lighthouse Pt. Rd.) The 5k will be an out and back to N. Purkiss Rd. This is a flat course. The 10-Miler will be an out and back to Woolsey Airport. The final course map will be available closer to the date pending approval from the County Road Commission.
AID STATIONS
5K-There will be one aid station at the turn around point on N. Purkiss Rd. and the finish line. 10-Miler will have 4 aid stations approximately every 2.5 miles and the finish line.
VIRTUAL OPTION
If you aren't able to run with us in person, you can still sign up and run or walk it virtually. We'll mail you your race packet after race day. You may do your virtual race anytime between April 1, 2025- December 1, 2025. Just register for this event. Choose your date. Run or walk a 5k (3.1 miles) or 10 miles. Share your photos with us on our FACEBOOK pages: Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum and/or Friends of Leelanau State Park. We will begin shipping packets after June 1st for virtual registrants.
CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR, RACE DIRECTOR ROSE COLEMAN AT [email protected] OR ASSISTANT RACE DIRECTOR STEF STALEY AT [email protected] FOR MORE INFORMATION.
EVENT: 5K start/finish at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop inside Leelanau State Park. (runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs are welcome)
EVENT DATE: Saturday, June 7, 2025
START TIME: 9:15 am
END TIME: 12 noon
PRICE: $30.00 Race Fee
Onsite registration available from 7:30 - 8:45 am during packet pick up.
PACKET PICK-UP: will be the morning of the race from 8:00-8:45 am Online registration will end at 5 pm on Friday, June 6. You may also register in person the day of the race from 8 am to 8:45 am.
10-MILER
EVENT: 10-Miler start/finish at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop inside Leelanau State Park.
EVENT DATE: Saturday, June 7, 2025
START TIME: 8:30 am
END TIME: 12 noon
PRICE: $40.00 Race Fee
Onsite registration available from 7:30 - 8:15 am during packet pick-up.
PACKET PICK-UP: will be the morning of the race from 7:30-8:15 am Online registration will end at 5 pm on Friday, June 6. You may also register in person the day of the race from 7:30 am to 8:15 am.
The event is chip-timed by Race Result. Cash prize for the top male and female finisher for each event. Five-year age group awards (top 3 in each age group) will be available under the tent after the race. All participants will also receive a giveaway, a finisher medal, a complimentary pancake breakfast, and admission to the lighthouse. Bib numbers will be put into a drawing for prizes that can be picked up right after you finish the race. This race is included in the Traverse City Track Club's 2024 Grand Prix Series.
**Please note: A recreation passport is NOT needed for vehicle entry into Leelanau State Park as this is a free MI State Park weekend.
COURSE
The course will start at the Grand Traverse Lighthouse Gift Shop, inside Leelanau State Park (15500 N. Lighthouse Pt. Rd.) The 5k will be an out and back to N. Purkiss Rd. This is a flat course. The 10-Miler will be an out and back to Woolsey Airport. The final course map will be available closer to the date pending approval from the County Road Commission.
AID STATIONS
5K-There will be one aid station at the turn around point on N. Purkiss Rd. and the finish line. 10-Miler will have 4 aid stations approximately every 2.5 miles and the finish line.
VIRTUAL OPTION
If you aren't able to run with us in person, you can still sign up and run or walk it virtually. We'll mail you your race packet after race day. You may do your virtual race anytime between April 1, 2025- December 1, 2025. Just register for this event. Choose your date. Run or walk a 5k (3.1 miles) or 10 miles. Share your photos with us on our FACEBOOK pages: Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum and/or Friends of Leelanau State Park. We will begin shipping packets after June 1st for virtual registrants.
CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR, RACE DIRECTOR ROSE COLEMAN AT [email protected] OR ASSISTANT RACE DIRECTOR STEF STALEY AT [email protected] FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$32.80
Registration closes at 5pm June 6, 2025. Registration is available on site the morning of the event. -
10-Miler
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race T Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$43.40
Registration closes at 5pm June 6, 2025. Registration is available on site the morning of the event. -
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Race T Shirt
$32.80
-
Virtual 10-Miler
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Race T Shirt
$43.40
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