The Bull Run (Midland)
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Midland, Michigan
- Price Free - $49.31
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for The Bull Run in Midland on Sunday, September 20, 2026, a vibrant and meaningful event that combines community spirit with a heartfelt cause. This annual race features a chip-timed 5K run/walk, perfect for participants of all skill levels. For the youngest runners, the Calf Mile is a fantastic free event for kids 10 years and under, encouraging family participation and fitness from an early age.
Set in the picturesque Emerson Park, the 5K will take you through a scenic course that showcases the beauty of Midland, with the start and finish lines located on the ball diamond. Runners will have the unique experience of racing past first base, honoring the legendary Lou Gehrig, while crossing home plate to score a symbolic home run for those living with ALS in Michigan. All participants will receive a finishers medal, and optional performance tees are available for purchase. With registration opening at just $40 until September 6, this is an event not to be missed! Join us in supporting ALS of Michigan and honoring the legacy of Kenneth C. VanBlaricum while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and purpose.
Set in the picturesque Emerson Park, the 5K will take you through a scenic course that showcases the beauty of Midland, with the start and finish lines located on the ball diamond. Runners will have the unique experience of racing past first base, honoring the legendary Lou Gehrig, while crossing home plate to score a symbolic home run for those living with ALS in Michigan. All participants will receive a finishers medal, and optional performance tees are available for purchase. With registration opening at just $40 until September 6, this is an event not to be missed! Join us in supporting ALS of Michigan and honoring the legacy of Kenneth C. VanBlaricum while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and purpose.
Organiser's Description
THE BULL RUN FOR ALS OF MICHIGAN - MIDLAND / EMERSON PARK - RACE PAGE
This is our third year for THE BULL RUN MIDLAND! The Bull Run 5K is a chip timed accurate 5k run/walk. The Calf Mile is FREE for kids 10yrs and under. Finishers medal to all participants, t-shirts available for an add-on purchase. All proceeds go to ALS of Michigan to help our pALS (people with ALS) here in Michigan.
There is a lot of symbolism in The Bull Run. First the name, my dad, Kenneth C. VanBlaricum passed from ALS in Feb. 2010 and early in his life he worked in excavating, his nickname was Bull. The Bull Run is named in honor of my father. Second, the finishers medal is a dog tag honoring the time he served in the National Guard out of the Howell Armory and was called into active duty during the 1967 riots in Detroit. The start/finish line is on the ball diamond. You will run by first base, which is the position played by Lou Gehrig, and as you finish the race you cross home plate scoring a home run for our pALS(people with ALS) here in Michigan.
This run continues to be a dream come true to honor my father. Thank you for being a part of it.
RACE DETAILS:
PRICING: 5k run/walk $40 until 9/6, $45 from 9/7 to 9/19, $50 race day. Calf Mile is FREE for ages 10 and under. No Shirt option for $5 less. Online registration only.
RACE SWAG: Finishers medal is included with registration, performance tee is available through September 6th. No Shirt option for $5 less.
PACKET PICK-UP: will be race day morning starting at 7:30 am.
SCHEDULE: The 5k run/walk will start at 9:30am. The Calf Mile will begin at 9:00 am.
COURSE: The 5k will start in Emerson Park, run all three legs of the Tridge and return to finish in Emerson Park.
AWARDS: Overall Male and Female. Top 3 in age groups 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70-79, 80+
RESULTS: Results will be live during the event and full results will be posted on this Run Signup page. The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
This is our third year for THE BULL RUN MIDLAND! The Bull Run 5K is a chip timed accurate 5k run/walk. The Calf Mile is FREE for kids 10yrs and under. Finishers medal to all participants, t-shirts available for an add-on purchase. All proceeds go to ALS of Michigan to help our pALS (people with ALS) here in Michigan.
There is a lot of symbolism in The Bull Run. First the name, my dad, Kenneth C. VanBlaricum passed from ALS in Feb. 2010 and early in his life he worked in excavating, his nickname was Bull. The Bull Run is named in honor of my father. Second, the finishers medal is a dog tag honoring the time he served in the National Guard out of the Howell Armory and was called into active duty during the 1967 riots in Detroit. The start/finish line is on the ball diamond. You will run by first base, which is the position played by Lou Gehrig, and as you finish the race you cross home plate scoring a home run for our pALS(people with ALS) here in Michigan.
This run continues to be a dream come true to honor my father. Thank you for being a part of it.
RACE DETAILS:
PRICING: 5k run/walk $40 until 9/6, $45 from 9/7 to 9/19, $50 race day. Calf Mile is FREE for ages 10 and under. No Shirt option for $5 less. Online registration only.
RACE SWAG: Finishers medal is included with registration, performance tee is available through September 6th. No Shirt option for $5 less.
PACKET PICK-UP: will be race day morning starting at 7:30 am.
SCHEDULE: The 5k run/walk will start at 9:30am. The Calf Mile will begin at 9:00 am.
COURSE: The 5k will start in Emerson Park, run all three legs of the Tridge and return to finish in Emerson Park.
AWARDS: Overall Male and Female. Top 3 in age groups 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70-79, 80+
RESULTS: Results will be live during the event and full results will be posted on this Run Signup page. The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
Races
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The Bull Run 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $4.00 Fee & Performance Tee
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$44.00
This 5K will run start in Emerson Park, run all three legs of the Tridge and return to finish in Emerson Park. -
The Calf Mile
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
This is free event for kids ages 10 and under, it's a 1 mile untimed run/walk. -
InvisaBULL 5K
Incl. $4.31 Fee & Performance Tee
$49.31
This 5K can be run anywhere/ any time. We would love you to share a pic(s) of your run. You can share them here: https://www.facebook.com/thebullrunforalsofmi Your finishers medal and shirt if ordered will be shipped out no later than Sept. 27, 2026.
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1300 W. Main St., Midland, 48640, MI, United States
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