Steve's Run
- Date Fri 18th July 2025
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Dowagiac, Michigan
- Price $2.06 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 51st annual Steve's Run on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in downtown Dowagiac, Cass County. This inspiring event not only celebrates athletic achievement but also honors the memory of Steven Briegel, who lost his battle with cancer at a young age. Over the past 16 years, Steve's Run has successfully raised more than $180,000 for cancer research and student scholarships, and we invite you to be part of this meaningful cause!
Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk, a 10K run, or even join in the Family Fun Run for just $1! The race course winds through the charming paved roads of Dowagiac, a scenic golf course, a tranquil cemetery, and the beautiful wooded trails of Southwestern Michigan College. After the race, enjoy a festive atmosphere with drinks, food, and live entertainment hosted by the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce. Don't miss your chance to make a difference while having fun—register early to secure your spot and a race t-shirt!
Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk, a 10K run, or even join in the Family Fun Run for just $1! The race course winds through the charming paved roads of Dowagiac, a scenic golf course, a tranquil cemetery, and the beautiful wooded trails of Southwestern Michigan College. After the race, enjoy a festive atmosphere with drinks, food, and live entertainment hosted by the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce. Don't miss your chance to make a difference while having fun—register early to secure your spot and a race t-shirt!
Organiser's Description
STEVE'S RUN
July 18, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. | Downtown Dowagiac
Join us in the fight against cancer!
In the last 16 years alone, Steve's Run has raised over $180,000 for cancer research and student scholarships (split evenly).
To continue the tradition, the 51st running of the original Road and Trail Race, known as Steve's Run since 1992, will start and end in Downtown Dowagiac. Steve's Run will take participants through the paved roads of Dowagiac, a golf course, a cemetery, and the Southwestern Michigan College wooded trails.
We hope you'll join us to raise money for these important causes.
ABOUT STEVE'S RUN
Steve's Run is named in honor of Steven Briegel, the son of former Southwestern Michigan College president David Briegel. Steve died in 1990 at the age of 22 after a five-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. He was a 1986 graduate of Dowagiac Union High School and had played basketball, golf, and in the band for the Chieftains. He graduated with honors from SMC and was a junior in the Ferris at SMC program at the time of his death.
After Steves passing, SMCs annual Road and Trail Race, which began in 1972, was renamed Steves Run and was dedicated to honor all who have fought or are still fighting cancer, with proceeds being split evenly between cancer research and the Steven Briegel Scholarship.
SMC continues to host Steves Run yearly with the support of the City of Dowagiac and through generous donations from community partners.
FIRE UP COURSE SIGNS
Honor your loved one by purchasing a "Fire Up" course sign. This custom yard sign will be placed along the 5k course (10k course will follow this path as well) to remind runners of the people that have been impacted by cancer. Proceeds from the signs will be donated to cancer research. Head to the navigation bar at the top and click "Store [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/MI/Dowagiac/StevesRun]."
T-SHIRTS
T-shirts are available through race registration, while supplies last. To be guaranteed a t-shirt, please register by June 20, 2025.
PACKET PICKUP
Late registration and packet pickup will be open at the following times:
* July 17 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Charles O. Zollar Building at Southwestern Michigan College
* July 18 (Race Day) | 4-5:30 p.m. | Dowagiac Train Depot, Dowagiac, MI 49047
Please note that registration on race day will be open until the race start time. However, we encourage all participants to pick up their packets before 5:30 p.m., if possible.
REGISTRATION
EARLY REGISTRATION: APRIL 21, 2025MAY 23, 2025
* 5K Run/Walk: $25
* 10K Run: $30
* Family Fun Run: $1
REGULAR REGISTRATION: MAY 24JULY 16, 2025
* 5K Run/Walk: $30
* 10K Run: $35
* Family Fun Run: $1
LATE REGISTRATION: JULY 17, 2025 AND RACE DAY
* 5K Run/Walk: $40
* 10K Run: $40
* Family Fun Run: $1
AWARDS
We will be awarding medals to the overall men and women winners in each the 5k and 10k as well as the top three male and top three female runners in each of the following groups:
14 & under
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
AFTER RACE FUN
Join the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce after the race for drinks, food and live entertainment! Your race bib gets you into the tent free. All other guests will be asked to pay a $5 cover.
July 18, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. | Downtown Dowagiac
Join us in the fight against cancer!
In the last 16 years alone, Steve's Run has raised over $180,000 for cancer research and student scholarships (split evenly).
To continue the tradition, the 51st running of the original Road and Trail Race, known as Steve's Run since 1992, will start and end in Downtown Dowagiac. Steve's Run will take participants through the paved roads of Dowagiac, a golf course, a cemetery, and the Southwestern Michigan College wooded trails.
We hope you'll join us to raise money for these important causes.
ABOUT STEVE'S RUN
Steve's Run is named in honor of Steven Briegel, the son of former Southwestern Michigan College president David Briegel. Steve died in 1990 at the age of 22 after a five-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. He was a 1986 graduate of Dowagiac Union High School and had played basketball, golf, and in the band for the Chieftains. He graduated with honors from SMC and was a junior in the Ferris at SMC program at the time of his death.
After Steves passing, SMCs annual Road and Trail Race, which began in 1972, was renamed Steves Run and was dedicated to honor all who have fought or are still fighting cancer, with proceeds being split evenly between cancer research and the Steven Briegel Scholarship.
SMC continues to host Steves Run yearly with the support of the City of Dowagiac and through generous donations from community partners.
FIRE UP COURSE SIGNS
Honor your loved one by purchasing a "Fire Up" course sign. This custom yard sign will be placed along the 5k course (10k course will follow this path as well) to remind runners of the people that have been impacted by cancer. Proceeds from the signs will be donated to cancer research. Head to the navigation bar at the top and click "Store [https://runsignup.com/Race/Store/MI/Dowagiac/StevesRun]."
T-SHIRTS
T-shirts are available through race registration, while supplies last. To be guaranteed a t-shirt, please register by June 20, 2025.
PACKET PICKUP
Late registration and packet pickup will be open at the following times:
* July 17 | 5-6:30 p.m. | Charles O. Zollar Building at Southwestern Michigan College
* July 18 (Race Day) | 4-5:30 p.m. | Dowagiac Train Depot, Dowagiac, MI 49047
Please note that registration on race day will be open until the race start time. However, we encourage all participants to pick up their packets before 5:30 p.m., if possible.
REGISTRATION
EARLY REGISTRATION: APRIL 21, 2025MAY 23, 2025
* 5K Run/Walk: $25
* 10K Run: $30
* Family Fun Run: $1
REGULAR REGISTRATION: MAY 24JULY 16, 2025
* 5K Run/Walk: $30
* 10K Run: $35
* Family Fun Run: $1
LATE REGISTRATION: JULY 17, 2025 AND RACE DAY
* 5K Run/Walk: $40
* 10K Run: $40
* Family Fun Run: $1
AWARDS
We will be awarding medals to the overall men and women winners in each the 5k and 10k as well as the top three male and top three female runners in each of the following groups:
14 & under
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
AFTER RACE FUN
Join the Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce after the race for drinks, food and live entertainment! Your race bib gets you into the tent free. All other guests will be asked to pay a $5 cover.
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