Run the Rock

  • Date Fri 24th April 2026 - Sun 26th April 2026
  • Time 6:20PM EDT
  • Location Albion, Michigan
  • Price Free - $33.38
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting "Run the Rock" event, taking place from April 24th to April 26th, 2026, in Albion, Calhoun! This lively race, centered around the iconic rock on Albion College's campus, features a 5K run/walk that welcomes participants of all ages, including strollers and dogs. Join fellow enthusiasts for a memorable experience as you race past layers of history and contribute to the local communityβ€”each registration fee goes directly to support local nonprofit organizations. Plus, all participants will receive a finisher medal, and awards will be presented to the top 5 men and women overall.

With a registration fee of just $30 until April 24th (and $40 on race day), this is an incredible opportunity to be part of a spirited event that champions community support and healthy living. Don't forget, there’s also a free Kids Fun Run, making it a fantastic family-friendly occasion. Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking to enjoy a day outdoors, "Run the Rock" promises to be an unforgettable weekend filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

THE ROCK is at the center of Albion Colleges campus located on the Quad. The RUN THE ROCK event passes right by and even though youll be going by so fast to see how many layers of paint make the rock what it is today, youll be able to feel the history that each layer brings to what makes Albion College special.

YOUR REGISTRATION DOES MORE THAN SECURE YOUR SPOT
When you register for a Run Albion event you are giving back to the Albion community. With the generous support of our sponsors, we are able to cover the cost of the entire series. Each registration fee is then used as a donation to a local nonprofit organization that provides course volunteers. In 2024 Run Albion donated $4500 across four different nonprofits. As a participant in Run Albion, you can know that you're making an impact in our community.

ENTRY FEE: FEE IS $30 UNTIL THURSDAY, 4/24. FEE IS $40 ON RACE DAY WITH NO SWAG GUARANTEE

5K RUN/WALK. The 5K is open to strollers and dogs. Kids Fun Run is free.

5K SPECIAL PRICING: Students 18 and under $10 discount off entry fee. _Applied automatically during checkout._

PACKET PICKUP: 5:00pm to 6:00pm

RACE START: 6:30pm

RUN THE ROCK AWARDS

All participants will receive a finisher medal. Awards will also be given to the top 5 men and top 5 women overall for the individual events. Points will be awarded to all Run the Rock participants, which will be used to determine series awards.

SERIES SCORING AWARDS

When you participate in Run Albion events, you're eligible for series awards when you participate in two out of the three events. For detailed scoring information, visit, runalbion.com [http://www.runalbion.com]

The race will be professionally chip-timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION [https://www.michiganrunningfoundation.com/]. Results will be posted during the race on this site.

SIGN UP FOR OTHER RACES IN THE SERIES

Interested in participating in some of the other Run Albion events, check out each of the individual events at the links below

HISTORY HUSTLE - FRIDAY, JUNE 26TH [https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Albion/HistoryHustleRunAlbionSeries]

FORKS 5K - FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH [https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Albion/Forks5KRunAlbionSeries]

FOUNDRY MILE - SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19TH

VIRTUAL 5K RUN/WALK

If you cannot make the Run Albion series events in person, but you would still like to participate and support the local non-profits that are beneficiaries of Run Albion's proceeds, you can complete the VIRTUAL RUN ALBION SERIES! A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, or the trail, or the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. All participants will receive a medal!

WHAT: This is a virtual race, so you choose your own course and time yourself.

WHEN: Complete your race any time during race weekend, April 24th through April 26th. Medals and other race swag will ship by Friday May 15, 2025.

WHERE: You choose the course, and you time yourself. Text your results using the link provided when you signed up, and that will be your official time.

WHY: You want to participate because you love Albion as much as we do; you can't always be in Albion in person.

COST: The price is $30 and includes a finishers' medal and race swag item.

SERIES AWARDS: Virtual participants are not eligible for series awards, and there will not be a virtual series category. It is important to note if you participate in 2 in-person events and 1 virtual event, you'll be eligible for IN-PERSON SERIES AWARD.

Races

  • Run the Rock 5K

    Incl. $3.38 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 24th April 2026 (6:30PM EDT)

    $33.38

  • Kid Fun Run

    Fri 24th April 2026 (6:20PM EDT)

    Free

  • Virtual Run the Rock 5K

    Incl. $3.06 Fee & T-Shirt

    $28.06

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415 S. Superior St., Albion, 49224, MI, United States

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