Simsonian 5K Kick Off Classic #24
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Grosse Ile, Michigan
- Price $11.60 - $32.80
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
In addition to the exhilarating races, participants can look forward to a day filled with fun and community spirit. Enjoy coveted commemorative T-shirts, memorable prizes, and a lively after-race party featuring a D.J. There will also be raffles, medals awarded for age categories, and a special prize for the best costume! All proceeds from the event support the Grosse Ile Educational Foundation Steve Sims Leadership Scholarship, honoring the legacy of a beloved local teacher and coach. Don't miss this chance to be part of a historic celebration
Organiser's Description
The 24th Annual Simsonian 5K Kick-Off Classic is scheduled for Saturday morning, August 15, 2026. This year's race will be even more exciting as the Sims Run will be celebrating 250 years of independence for the USA and Grosse Ile.
The 1 mile Fun Run/Walk starts at 8:30 a.m., and the 5K (3.1 Mile) Race at 9:00 a.m. This year in honor of the semiquincentennial, race directors are asking all runners, walkers, or strollers to dress in your best patriotic gear to show your American pride.
The Simsonian 5K carries on the legacy of beloved GIHS teacher and coach, Steve Sims, who died unexpectedly in 2003 of a dissecting aortic aneurysm. Sims was the winningest coach in Grosse Ile womens track & field, and womens basketball. As a teacher, he was instrumental in developing strong, independent young women and men.
All proceeds from the run go to the Grosse Ile Educational Foundation Steve Sims Leadership Scholarship, given to outstanding male and female scholar/athletes.
Race day will involve an historic run, coveted commemorative T-shirts, special 250 remembrance, D.J. after race party, raffles, and medals for age categories three deep. There will be a special prize for best costume!
You wont want to miss this historic event! 'Cause "that's the Spirit that Made America!"
Races
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Simsonian 5K in Person Run/Walk Adult
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS TOMORROW -
Simsonian 5K in Person Students 18 & Under
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS TOMORROW -
Simsonian 5K in Person Children 10 & Under
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS TOMORROW -
Simsonian 1 Mile in Person Run/Walk Adult
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS TOMORROW -
Simsonian 1 Mile in Person Run/Walk 18 & Under
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS TOMORROW -
Simsonian 1 Mile in Person Run/Walk 10 & Under
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 15th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS TOMORROW -
Simsonian 5K Virtual Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
OPENS TOMORROW
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7800 Grays Drive, Grosse Ile, 48138, MI, United States
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