Silver Bells 5K Race

  • Date Sat 22nd November 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EST
  • Location Lansing, Michigan
  • Price $38.10
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a festive run at the 13th Annual Silver Bells 5K Race on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the vibrant city of Lansing, Ingham! This exciting event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season as it coincides with Lansing's signature celebration, Silver Bells in the City. Participants can enjoy a scenic 5K course through downtown Lansing, making it a delightful experience for runners and walkers alike.

This year, the beloved Costume Contest returns with fun categories including holiday traditional, festive sweater, and holiday movies. Be sure to check in at the Blue Cross Blue Shield tent by 8:45 AM to join in on the festivities! Capture the memories with Del Rio photography, who will be snapping photos of all contestants. Plus, any proceeds from the race benefit the Chris and Louise Holman Foundation, contributing over $58,000 to support at-risk youth in the Mid-Michigan community. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Friday, November 21, at Playmakers in Okemos or on race day at the Capitol Lawn. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit while celebrating the joys of the season!

Organiser's Description

Join us for the 13TH 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 will return for 2025! 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. Del Rio photography 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 $58,000 has been donated to local organizations that support at-risk youth in our Mid-Michigan communities.

PACKET PICKUP SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT PLAYMAKERS [https://playmakers.com/] IN OKEMOS FROM 4 PM UNTIL 7 PM.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 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

  • Silver Bells 5K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee Shirt

    Sat 22nd November 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $38.10

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Downtown Lansing, Lansing, 48933, MI, United States

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