Silver Bells 5K
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Lansing, Michigan
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with the 14th Annual Silver Bells 5K Race on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in the heart of Lansing, Ingham! This festive event celebrates Lansing's signature Silver Bells in the City, where participants can enjoy a scenic 5K run or walk through downtown. Join fellow runners and walkers in this exciting community gathering that not only promotes health and wellness but also supports local organizations that uplift at-risk youth in Mid-Michigan.
Don't miss the chance to showcase your holiday spirit in the costume contest, featuring categories like holiday traditional, festive sweaters, and holiday movies. Be sure to check in at the Blue Cross Blue Shield tent by 8:45 AM for your chance to win fun prizes! With packet pickup available on Friday, November 20, and race day parking at no cost, it’s easy to join in the fun. After the race, awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group, so lace up your running shoes and get ready for a joyful day of celebration and community spirit!
Don't miss the chance to showcase your holiday spirit in the costume contest, featuring categories like holiday traditional, festive sweaters, and holiday movies. Be sure to check in at the Blue Cross Blue Shield tent by 8:45 AM for your chance to win fun prizes! With packet pickup available on Friday, November 20, and race day parking at no cost, it’s easy to join in the fun. After the race, awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group, so lace up your running shoes and get ready for a joyful day of celebration and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 14TH ANNUAL SILVER BELLS 5K RACE, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network. [https://www.bcbsm.com/] Enjoy the start of the holiday season with a 5K race to celebrate Silver Bells in the City, [http://www.silverbellsinthecity.org] Lansing's signature event. Participants will be able to run/walk the 5K marked course in downtown Lansing.
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
The COSTUME CONTEST categories are holiday traditional, festive sweater and holiday movies.
If you would like to take part in the contest, please check in at the Blue Cross Blue Shield tent by 8:45 AM. Volunteers will be taking pictures of the contestants. Winners will be announced via email after the race and prizes will be mailed to individuals.
Any realized proceeds benefit the Chris and Louise Holman Foundation and Silver Bells in the City. To date, more than $66,000 has been donated to local organizations that support at-risk youth in our Mid-Michigan communities.
PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 AT PLAYMAKERS [https://playmakers.com/] IN OKEMOS FROM 4 PM UNTIL 7 PM.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 ON THE CAPITOL LAWN FROM 8 AM UNTIL 9 AM.
* You are able to pick up packets for family and friends on their behalf.
* Race day parking is available on City of Lansing street side at no cost.
* Age group awards will be available at the BCBS tent after the event and are awarded to the top 3 in each age group. Age groups are every 5 years.
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
The COSTUME CONTEST categories are holiday traditional, festive sweater and holiday movies.
If you would like to take part in the contest, please check in at the Blue Cross Blue Shield tent by 8:45 AM. Volunteers will be taking pictures of the contestants. Winners will be announced via email after the race and prizes will be mailed to individuals.
Any realized proceeds benefit the Chris and Louise Holman Foundation and Silver Bells in the City. To date, more than $66,000 has been donated to local organizations that support at-risk youth in our Mid-Michigan communities.
PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20 AT PLAYMAKERS [https://playmakers.com/] IN OKEMOS FROM 4 PM UNTIL 7 PM.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 ON THE CAPITOL LAWN FROM 8 AM UNTIL 9 AM.
* You are able to pick up packets for family and friends on their behalf.
* Race day parking is available on City of Lansing street side at no cost.
* Age group awards will be available at the BCBS tent after the event and are awarded to the top 3 in each age group. Age groups are every 5 years.
Races
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Silver Bells 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee Shirt
Sat 21st November 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$38.10
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