Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Big Rapids, Michigan
- Price $28.06 - $38.69
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of fitness and community at the Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in beautiful Big Rapids, Mecosta! This exciting event is not only a fantastic opportunity to get moving but also a chance to support local patients in their fight against cancer. Participants can choose between an in-person experience or a virtual run/walk option, making it accessible for everyone.
Join fellow walkers and runners for a timed 5K race, where age category medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers. With a range of categories from under 19 to 70 and up, everyone has a chance to shine! Plus, all registrants will receive a stylish 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt—make sure to pre-register by April 15 to guarantee yours! Children are welcome to participate with registered adults, and strollers are allowed, ensuring a fun day out for the whole family. Don't miss out on this uplifting event—mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
Join fellow walkers and runners for a timed 5K race, where age category medals will be awarded to the top male and female finishers. With a range of categories from under 19 to 70 and up, everyone has a chance to shine! Plus, all registrants will receive a stylish 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt—make sure to pre-register by April 15 to guarantee yours! Children are welcome to participate with registered adults, and strollers are allowed, ensuring a fun day out for the whole family. Don't miss out on this uplifting event—mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
Organiser's Description
Join the fight against cancer and participate in the Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan: Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026
We have both in-person and virtual options available.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
- 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt
* Participants who pre-register by April 15 are guaranteed to receive a shirt.
Registrations after can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last.
- Virtual Run/Walk option
- Timed 5K race with medals with top male and female finisher medals in age categories of
* 19 and younger
* 20 to 24
* 25 to 29
* 30 to 34
* 35 to 39
* 40 to 44
* 45 to 49
* 50 to 54
* 55 to 59
* 60 to 64
* 65 to 69
* 70 and up
- Pride knowing that you are supporting local patients fighting cancer
- Results are live and will be available on this website after the event. Look for the QR code near the finish line!
- Awards: Top award winners can pick up medals immediately after the race
- Children are allowed to participate with registered adults (strollers allowed).
The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
We have both in-person and virtual options available.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
- 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt
* Participants who pre-register by April 15 are guaranteed to receive a shirt.
Registrations after can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last.
- Virtual Run/Walk option
- Timed 5K race with medals with top male and female finisher medals in age categories of
* 19 and younger
* 20 to 24
* 25 to 29
* 30 to 34
* 35 to 39
* 40 to 44
* 45 to 49
* 50 to 54
* 55 to 59
* 60 to 64
* 65 to 69
* 70 and up
- Pride knowing that you are supporting local patients fighting cancer
- Results are live and will be available on this website after the event. Look for the QR code near the finish line!
- Awards: Top award winners can pick up medals immediately after the race
- Children are allowed to participate with registered adults (strollers allowed).
The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
Races
-
Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5k
Incl. $3.69 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.69
OPENS 01 DECTimed 5K Race -
Wheatlake Wellness Run and 5k
Incl. $3.38 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th May 2026 (9:35AM EDT)
$33.38
OPENS 01 DECStroller and wheelchair accessible route -
Wheatlake Wellness Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.06 Fee
$28.06
OPENS 01 DECParticipants may run or walk in the location of their choosing that meets a 3.1-mile distance.
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Big Rapids Bandshell (behind Big Rapids Middle School), 500 N Warren Ave., Big Rapids, 49307, MI, United States
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