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  • Distance: 11.4 km
    Fri, Jul 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM

    Join us as we kick off the Traffic Jam'in Festival with a flat, scenic 5k run and 5k walk around the lake and nearby neighborhood. Finish strong in front of our community Events Park Pavilion while listening to live music! Water station at the 1/2 way mark and refreshments and award ceremony following the 5K. Music on the course!

    Start time for the 5k Run and 5k Walk is 7:30 pm

    Mile Start time is 7 pm

    Pricing: 5k run, 5k walk and Virtual 5k: Special New Years Day pricing $20 valid 1/1 to 1/15, then $25 until 5/10, $30 from 5/11 to 7/05. $35 7/06 to 7/10. 1 mile family fun run: $5

    Medals and complimentary beverage for all 5K finishers. (image of medal below)

    Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Masters (40+), Senior Masters (60+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.

    Age Groups Awards to the top 3 places in each age group: Awards will be made by local artisans from the Grass Lake area.

    5k Run age groups: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

    5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

    Back by popular demand, local homemade treats after the races! These cookies were a HUGE hit last year and we are SO excited to have them back again this year. YUM!

    Tech style t-shirts again this year in both Men and Women sizes! Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 6/19. Shirts available as supplies last after that date.

    Packet Pickup information:

    Early packet pickup Thursday, July 9th: From 4-8pm at the Village of Grass Lake offices, 119 N. Lake Street, Grass Lake, MI 49240

    Race day Friday, July 10th: From 5 to 6:30 pm at the starting area of the race.

    Be sure to pre-register for the race! There is no on site race day registration. On-line registration will remain open until 6:30 pm on Friday July 10th.

    Team Discount: Form a Team of 4 or more and receive a $5 per person team discount. Team members 1-3 will receive a $5 refund once member 4 joins. Member 4+ will automatically pay $5 less. Join in the fun! Team discounts apply after the New Year special pricing ends, no team discounts 1/1 thru 1/15.

    Race day parking: Festival guests can park in the following locations:

    Michigan Ave. downtown Grass Lake

    Village Parking Lot between Drake St. and S. Lake St.

    Grass Lake County Park

    1st Methodist and Federated Church Parking Lots at Michigan Ave. and Lafayette St.

    Stone's 1 Stop Auto

    Grass Lake Township Office lot

    Production Realty Office - 230 W. Michigan Ave.

    Special parking for event participants provided by our Title Sponsor - The Lost Railway Museum. Please use the lot across the street from the Lost Railway Museum on Michigan Ave.

    Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.

    The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and posted on this site.

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  • Distance: 6.4 km
    Sat, Aug 01, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Welcome to the 51st running at beautiful Clark Lake. WOW ! ! OVER a Half a century of Road Racing at beautiful Clark Lake. Please come celebrate with us. The first run was in 1976 and only one event was a 7 Mile around the Lake. In 1993 WE made the 7 miler a 12K and added a 5K Run, 5k Walk & 3/4K kids Run. This year we will again be putting an emphasis on the 12K with added prize money in this event. Truly one of Michigan's Premier summer events. You will enjoy the course that encompass the lake on gently rolling hills with breathtaking lake front views, Our post race party and award ceremony at the Beach Bar Patio on the shore of Clark Lake is second to none. The proceeds from this event will be used for the continued progress and maintenance of The Thomas R. Collins Memorial Spirit Trail.

    Packet Pick Up & Registration: Friday July 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Beach Bar 3509 Ocean Beach Rd Clark Lake. Race Day 7am to 8:15 am

    Start Times: 8:30 am 12k Run - 8:35 am 5k Run - 8:36 am 5k Walk and Kids fun run 9:45 am

    Special New Years pricing, only $20 from 1/1 to 1/15.

    12k and 5k Entry Fee with Shirt: $35 until 7/26, $40 after 7/26. Entry Fee without Shirt: $30 until 7/26 $35 after 7/26

    A Time limit for the 12K run is 90 minutes (12-minute pace). You must be able to finish the 12K within 90 minutes or please sign up for the 5K Run. No one under the age of 12 is allowed in the 12K Run.

    Kids 3/4K Fun Run Entry Fee with Shirt: $13 until 7/26, $15 after 7/26 - Entry Fee without Shirt: $8 until 7/26, $10 after 7/26.

    Be sure to preregister! - The fee goes up and there are very limited shirt sizes on race day.

    Online registration is open until Thursday, July 30th at 11:59 PM. In-person registration is available Friday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm and race day morning starting at 7 am. HIGHLY ENCOURAGE REGISTERING ONLINE.

    Results: Your accurate chip time and place will be texted to your phone and posted on this site. Printed results will be posted on site.

    Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), Masters (40+) in the 12k Run, 5k Run, and 5k Walk.

    Age Group Awards: Top 3 in each age group:

    12k Run age groups: 17 and under, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79. 80-85, 85-89

    5k Run age groups: 0-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89,90-95

    5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90-100

    CASH AWARDS 12K: Male and Female top 5 Overall

    1ST $150, 2ND $125, 3RD $100, 4TH $75, 5TH $50

    12k master male and female overall: 1st $100, 2nd $75, 3rd $50, 4th $25, 5th $25

    12K Course Record: Male $150, Female $150

    12K Age group record: Male $50 Female $50

    5k Cash awards Course record Male & Female: $100

    5K Age group record Male and Female: $50

    No cash awards to those under 18 and under or with remaining college eligibility:

    NO EXCEPTIONS!

    Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.

    The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

    Come join us for a continued celebration of this classic summer race - Run your best at Clark Lake 2026. An event that promises to deliver excitement and memories!

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  • Distance: 15.4 km
    Sun, Aug 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Mark your calendars for the 12th Annual Special Olympics Michigan Area 19 (Jackson County) Heart of a Lion chip timed 5K Run/Walk at the beautiful Ella Sharp Park located at 2800 Fourth St. Jackson, MI 49203.

    The race will be held on Sunday, August 23rd at 9 a.m. with a SOMI athlete/Kids Fun Run to follow.

    Pricing: $30 until 8/6 (shirt guaranteed), $35 from 8/7 to 8/22 (shirts available as supplies last), $40 race day (no shirt guaranteed)

    T-Shirts guaranteed to those who register by August 6th, supplies available as they last after that date.

    Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Masters (40+), in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.

    Age Groups Awards to the top 3 places in each age group:

    5k Run age groups: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+

    5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

    Packet pick up will be on Saturday, August 22nd from 3-5 p.m. at the SOMI office located at 210 East McDevitt Jackson, MI 49203. Race day packet pickup will start at 7:00 am at the race location, Ella Sharp Park. Race day registration is available until 8:45 a.m.

    Proceeds from this race will benefit the Jackson Area 19 Special Olympics and will be used to provide year round sports training and athletic competition for persons with intellectual disabilities. All proceeds stay in Jackson, County.

    Results will be available live during the event and posted online at this website.

    Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.

    The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. The Heart of a Lion is proud to be part of the ORS Race Series.

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  • Distance: 20.5 km
    Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    RUN FOR THE HILLS! 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk

    The most scenic and hilliest course in Southeast Michigan! Join us on Saturday, September 12, for our 16th Annual RUN FOR THE HILLS! event at Hidden Lake Gardens in Tipton, MI. Come for an amazing walk or run through Hidden Lake Gardens' beautiful scenery. Proceeds from the race will benefit Hidden Lake Gardens and Oh! These Irish Hills.

    Fees:

    • $35 Early Bird Pricing until August 31, 2026

    • $45 Late Registration starting September 1, 2026

    • $10 Children 14 and Younger

    T-shirts are included with registration until August 31. T-shirts are not guaranteed after that date and are available while supplies last at packet pickup.

    If you need assistance registering, please call Hidden Lake Gardens at 517-431-2060.

    HLG Entrance / Exit:

    On race day, the entrance gate will open at 6:45 AM and will close at 7:15 AM For race participants' safety, once the gate is closed, entry or exit will not be permitted until 9:00 AM. Pets will not be allowed entry into HLG for the race.

    HLG Entrance Fees:

    Registered participants gain free entry into Hidden Lake Gardens. All others are required to pay an entrance fee. Cash and credit cards accepted.

    • $10 Adults (ages 18–64)

    • $8 Seniors (age 65+)

    • $8 Military and Veterans

    • $5 Students

    • Ages 4 and under are free.

    Packet Pickup:

    Packet pick-up will be available at Hidden Lake Gardens:

    • Friday, September 11, 12:00 to 4:00 PM

    • Event Day: Saturday, September 12, 6:45 AM to 7:30 AM (Note: The main entrance will close at 7:15 AM)

    Use the QR code found in your email at packet pickup for a quick and easy check-in!

    Awards:

    • Top Overall Male 5K Runner

    • Top Overall Female 5K Runner

    • Random Draw Winner

    • Finisher Medal for all participants

    Sponsorship Opportunities:

    Become a sponsor today!

    Learn about supporting the Run for the Hills and Hidden Lake Gardens through sponsorship at RUN FOR THE HILLS! Sponsorship Opportunities | Infrastructure Planning and Facilities (msu.edu).

    Michigan Running Foundation

    The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted live during the race and online at this website.

    About Hidden Lake Gardens:

    Hidden Lake Gardens is owned and operated by Michigan State University under the division of Infrastructure Planning and Facilities and is supported through admission fees, endowments, gifts, and the "Friends of Hidden Lake Gardens" membership program. HLG is open year-round, Tuesdays through Sundays, and closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.

    About Oh These Irish Hills:

    Oh! These Irish Hills is a non-profit organization formed in 2004. Their stated purpose is to advance an Irish Hills legacy involving area individuals, groups, and organizations in activities that celebrate the beauty of the place, the spirit of its people, and the progression of its history.

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  • Distance: 9.2 km
    Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM

    Have fun and get colorful with our 4th annual Cardinal Color Run! The race starts and finishes at Michigan Center High School, and the route takes you through lakeside neighborhoods where you will be splashed with color while music plays and people cheer for you. All proceeds go toward our Michigan Center running programs, specifically the cross country team and elementary running programs. Our goal is to provide a fun, family-friendly way for everyone to get moving and enjoy being together!

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