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• Gazelle Sports Run Camp [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Run Camp is about more than logging miles. It’s about showing up, finding your people, and moving forward side by side. Whether you’re building toward a goal race or just want consistency and...

  Run Camp is about more than logging miles. It’s about showing up, finding your people, and moving forward side by side. Whether you’re building toward a goal race or just want consistency and community, Run Camp’s goal is to make the miles better, together!

  Why Run Camp?

  Because accountability is easier when someone’s waiting for you.

  Because hard workouts feel lighter when they are shared.

  Because progress is more fun when you can celebrate it out loud.

  Here is what you'll get:

  • Training schedule for your Fall half or full marathon* developed by Gazelle Elite coach, Sam Butler

  • 2 weekly group runs: Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings (water stops, vendor partner support, lots of high fives)

  • Tuesday evenings will meet at the Mary Free Bed YMCA. These runs will focus on form, hill repeats, speed work, etc.

  • Mary Free Bed YMCA: 5500 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

  o Run Camp participants will need to pass a background check per the YMCA

  • Saturday morning long runs will be from the Grand Rapids area Gazelle Sports stores and one other Grand Rapids area location

  • Store locations: Grand Rapids 28th St, Downtown Grand Rapids, and Grandville

  • Other Grand Rapids area location will be determined soon

  • Custom participant gift (designed just for Run Campers!)

  • Small pace groups (there is a pace group for everyone, and accountability from Team Leaders**)

  • Once a month speed workout session, supported by Gazelle Elite athletes

  • Will be held at the Mary Free Bed YMCA indoor track

  • Educational clinics (nutrition, Good Form Running, shoe fits, etc...)

  • 10% off personal purchases at Gazelle Sports throughout Run Camp (15% on days we run from the stores)

  Gazelle Sports Run Camp is designed for adults 18 and older. Run Camp training is designed for individuals who are able to run at least a 5K (3.1 miles).

  *Fall half and full marathons occurring between September 27 and October 18 will be accommodated. SHE RUNS Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids & Detroit marathons are the main target races.

  **If you are interested in becoming a Team Leader (lead a pace group with up to two other individuals), please contact John Ranville at [email protected].

  Note: Gazelle Sports Run Camp registration is for the training program only. You must register separately for your goal event.

  4.6 km from Kentwood
  3930 28th St SE, Kentwood, Michigan, 49512, United States
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  Indoor Run

• Brian Diemer Family of Races [diemerrun.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:28 AM

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  Brian Diemer 5k is celebrating their 36th year!

  We are happy to return to in 2026 to celebrate our 36th year, so come run again with the three time Olympian, Brian Diemer on our flat, fast 5k course....

  Brian Diemer 5k is celebrating their 36th year!

  We are happy to return to in 2026 to celebrate our 36th year, so come run again with the three time Olympian, Brian Diemer on our flat, fast 5k course. We are bringing back 6 live bands on our course, the kids runs, handcycle, My Team Triumph, and a large prize money purse. Per usual - if you beat Brian, you win a donut!

  Check out the pictures from Stellafly and Jamie Geysbeek Photography.

  Time Line:

  Friday: June 12

  4-7pm Packet Pickup at Legacy Christian School, 67 68th Street.

  Saturday: June 13

  67 68th Street, Legacy Christian School:

  7:00am-8:15am Registration and packet pick-up.

  7:30am-68th Street closes in front of Legacy Christian School

  8:28am- Handcycle and My Team Triumph Start.

  8:30am- 5k run and walk start.

  9:30am- Course Closes

  9:30am (or as soon as we can finalize them)- Awards Table Opens on the Soccer Field

  10:15am-10:45am-Kid’s Steeplechase (Soccer Field)

  More 2026 Details:

  The t-shirt order will be placed on May 26. Athletes registering after May 26 will not be guaranteed a race shirt or preferred size. A limited quantity will be available on race day on a first come, first serve basis.

  Age Group awards will be given to top 4 in each age group, prize money winners will be removed from age group awards. Must be present to pick up your award. Awards will be available for pickup at Gazelle Sports 28th street location starting Monday, for two weeks.

  The Kid’s run will be held on the Legacy Christian School's soccer field as always, we will have a rolling start beginning at 10:15 am-10:45am. There will be a staging area and we will start smaller groups in waves. This race is event is suggested for kids 10 and under, steeple jumps are optional.

  The Bands are Back!

  Six bands - from blues to hill billy rock to a drum line, they are coming to rock your morning. So leave your headphones at home and unplug yourself while you speed through the fast 5K course. We look forward to seeing you out there!

  Elite Athletes/Prize Money:

  If you are interested in competing for prize money or qualify for an elite entry then contact Rob Hyde at [email protected] . Space will be limited so first come, first serve. Times standards for Elite entries are: Women-18:00 or faster, Masters Women-19:15 or faster. Men- 15:00 or faster, Masters 16:15. All Prize money placements will be based off of gun time not chip time!

  Prize money for this year's prize purse: Women/Men Open: 1st=$550, 2nd=$400, 3rd=$300, 4th=$200, 5th=$150, 6th=$100, 7th=$80, 8th=$70, 9th=$60, 10th=$50. Masters Women/Men (40+): 1st=$450, 2nd=$300, 3rd=$200, 4th=$150, 5th=$100. Grand Masters Women/Men (50+): 1st=$100.

  Handcycle Women/Men Open: 1st=$300, 2nd=$200, 3rd=$100 (In order to win prize money there must be a participant that places behind you in the results). Prize money will be mailed at a later date. Bring your photo ID to make sure you can identify who you are and fill out needed tax forms.

  Drug Testing for Elite Athletes:

  To be eligible for prize money you must bring a valid id and fill out the appropriate tax forms. All athletes that earn prize money will have their names given to USADA, WADA, and or USAT&F to verify that athletes are not on a banned list. Prize money will be mailed at a later date.

  Cancellation Policy:

  In the event of severe weather, we will delay and still hold the event safely if possible. Then resume given we have time before roads need to be open to traffic again at 10:30 am. We will cancel our event if severe weather threatens the safety of our participants and it is clear delaying is not an option; sorry-no refunds.

  Should cancellation occur due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, there will be no deferrals, but we will make the event virtual. Again, our plan is to put on a live event and we will doing everything we can to make sure this happens.

  6.6 km from Kentwood
  67 68th St SW, Byron Township, Michigan, 49548, United States
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  5k Run Virtual Walk

• Reeds Lake Run [eastgr.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Celebrating 47 years of running in East Grand Rapids. Join us for a morning racing. Our 2026 race offerings include: 5K, 5K Doggie Dash, 1 Mile Family Fun Run, 10K, Combo racing (you will race both the 5K and the 10K) and our own Triple Crown (5K, Mile and 10K).

  Strollers and pets are welcome to participate.

  https://www.facebook.com/reedslakerun

  9.2 km from Kentwood
  750 Lakeside Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49506, United States
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  1 Miles 3.1 Miles Fun Run Run

• Caledonia Kilt Klassic 5k [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:50 AM

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  The 5K begins at 8:00am on July 4, near the Caledonia High School north entrance at 9050 Kraft Ave, Caledonia MI. The race runs throughout the campus, the Thornapple Trail, Lakeside Park, and finally...

  The 5K begins at 8:00am on July 4, near the Caledonia High School north entrance at 9050 Kraft Ave, Caledonia MI. The race runs throughout the campus, the Thornapple Trail, Lakeside Park, and finally heads back to the high school.

  All proceeds from the Kilt Klassic events benefit the Caledonia High School Men's and Women’s Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

  Packet pickup will occur on Friday, July 3, from 4pm-7pm at Caledonia High School North Entrance at 9050 Kraft Ave Caledonia, MI 49316, and before the race on Saturday morning, July 4 from 7:00am-7:45am at the same location. Shirt sizes are only guaranteed to preregistered runners who register by June 16. No guaranteed shirt for participants who register after that date.

  Kids Fun Run will start at 9:15am.

  8.5 km from Kentwood
  9050 Kraft Ave, Kent County, Michigan, 49316, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Trail

• Kentwood 4th of July 5K [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:59 AM

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  This race is just one part of the City of Kentwood's fun filled 4th of July Celebration! On Tuesday, July 4th, there will be a pancake breakfast, parade, carnival, live music, food trucks, and of...

  This race is just one part of the City of Kentwood's fun filled 4th of July Celebration! On Tuesday, July 4th, there will be a pancake breakfast, parade, carnival, live music, food trucks, and of course a firework display. The race will start and finish next to Kentwood City Hall and Fire Station #1. It will include a fun course throughout the local neighborhoods and along one of our paved trails. There will be hundreds of spectators along the race route as the start/finish line is along the parade which takes place directly after our race finishes. All participants will receive a finisher medal for this race. Shirts are guaranteed if registered before June 13th. If you register after June 13th shirt sizes can't be guaranteed but we will do our best to accommodate everyone. For the safety of all participants, no baby joggers, roller blades, dogs or bicycles will be allowed on the course. Make sure to hydrate before the races starts but if needed we will have water stations along the course.

  Digital time clock at finish and Chip Timing!

  4.1 km from Kentwood
  4900 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49512, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail