The Whoville 5k
- Date Sun 30th November 2025 - Sun 28th December 2025
- Time 1:00PM EST
- Location Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a festive celebration at the Whoville 5K, taking place on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in the charming Riverside Park of Grand Rapids, Kent! This family-friendly event is perfect for everyone, featuring a whimsical atmosphere filled with beloved Whoville characters, Santa, and a delightful array of activities. The Whoville 5K is designed as a fun, non-competitive experience, where participants can embrace the holiday spirit without the pressure of official race results.
Join us for a joyful day that includes a Kids Run, costume contest with exciting prizes, and plenty of festive treats like cookies and hot cocoa! Not only will you enjoy a memorable day with family and friends, but you’ll also be supporting a great cause, as all proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan. Save the date and don your best Whoville hat for a heartwarming celebration that promises to be a highlight of the holiday season!
Join us for a joyful day that includes a Kids Run, costume contest with exciting prizes, and plenty of festive treats like cookies and hot cocoa! Not only will you enjoy a memorable day with family and friends, but you’ll also be supporting a great cause, as all proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan. Save the date and don your best Whoville hat for a heartwarming celebration that promises to be a highlight of the holiday season!
Organiser's Description
WHO
BIG _WHOS_, LITTLE _WHOS_, _ANYWHO!___
WHAT
A _WHOVILLE CELEBRATION _INCLUDING _WHOVILLE_ CHARACTERS, SANTA, THE _WHOVILLE_ 5K, KIDS RUN, _WHOVILLE_ HATS, COSTUME CONTEST PRIZES, COOKIES, HOT COCOA AND MORE!
THE _WHOVILLE 5K_ IS A PLACE NOT A RACE, THERE WILL NOT BE OFFICIAL RESULTS.
WHEN
WHOVILLE GRAND RAPIDS
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2025
1:00 PM (or thereabouts)
WHERE
WHOVILLE GRAND RAPIDS
RIVERSIDE PARK, GRAND RAPIDS MICHIGAN [https://goo.gl/maps/Ufp1bUEcxc5srrjZ8]
WHY
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WEST MICHIGAN.
BIG _WHOS_, LITTLE _WHOS_, _ANYWHO!___
WHAT
A _WHOVILLE CELEBRATION _INCLUDING _WHOVILLE_ CHARACTERS, SANTA, THE _WHOVILLE_ 5K, KIDS RUN, _WHOVILLE_ HATS, COSTUME CONTEST PRIZES, COOKIES, HOT COCOA AND MORE!
THE _WHOVILLE 5K_ IS A PLACE NOT A RACE, THERE WILL NOT BE OFFICIAL RESULTS.
WHEN
WHOVILLE GRAND RAPIDS
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2025
1:00 PM (or thereabouts)
WHERE
WHOVILLE GRAND RAPIDS
RIVERSIDE PARK, GRAND RAPIDS MICHIGAN [https://goo.gl/maps/Ufp1bUEcxc5srrjZ8]
WHY
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION OF WEST MICHIGAN.
Races
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The Whoville 5k - Grand Rapids
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Adult Hat
Sun 14th December 2025 (1:05PM EST)
$38.10
Riverside Park, Grand Rapids - South End https://goo.gl/maps/Ufp1bUEcxc5srrjZ8 -
Kids Run - Grand Rapids (1/4 Mile)
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Kids' Hat
Sun 14th December 2025 (1:00PM EST)
$16.90
Riverside Park, Grand Rapids - South End https://goo.gl/maps/Ufp1bUEcxc5srrjZ8 -
Virtual Whoville 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Adult Hat
$38.10
Hat, and medal will be shipped to you at no extra cost. -
Virtual Whoville Kids Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & Kids' Hat
$16.90
Hat and medal will be shipped to you at no extra cost.
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