The Whoville 5k

  • Date Sun 14th December 2025
  • Time 1:00PM EST
  • Location Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • Price $16.90 - $38.10
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

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Event summary

Join the festive fun at The Whoville 5K on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in the picturesque Riverside Park, Grand Rapids, Kent! This enchanting event promises a delightful day filled with joy, laughter, and community spirit. Embrace the holiday magic as you run alongside whimsical Whoville characters, including Santa himself! The Whoville 5K is designed for everyone—there are no official results, so it’s all about having a great time with friends and family.

Alongside the 5K, families can enjoy a special Kids Run, and all participants are encouraged to don their best Whoville hats for a chance to win costume contest prizes. Indulge in delicious cookies and warm hot cocoa as you celebrate the season. Best of all, your participation supports the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, making this event not only a fun experience but a meaningful one too. Don’t miss out on this wonderful celebration in the heart of Grand Rapids!

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.

Races

  • 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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Location

Riverside Park Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, 49505, MI, United States

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