Race for the Crown (5K & Medieval Mile)

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• Stairway 5k by Ode to Laz [facebook.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Jul 19, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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  Join the Ode Family! Be part of the coolest vibe in running. Wear your Ode medal proudly.

  Pick either the hardest 5k in Michigan (maybe the country?) or pick the one that may be the most fun. Your...

  Join the Ode Family! Be part of the coolest vibe in running. Wear your Ode medal proudly.

  Pick either the hardest 5k in Michigan (maybe the country?) or pick the one that may be the most fun. Your choice, or select both and receive a $10 discount on one race (you'll receive one set of swag). Both races are part of July's Ode to Laz weekend festival and take advantage of some of the best hiking trails in Michigan at Holly Recreation Area, a jewel of the state park system. Enjoy plenty of family-friendly activities too, like kayaking, fishing, camping, or swimming and splashing on the Whoa Zone at Lake Heron's beach.

  The Stairway to Heaven 5k: This is the easy one. 9:30 am start. Register between 8-8:45 please at the Overlook Picnic area. Cheer our backyard runners as they pass you on their 25th hour You'll run on the Wilderness trail on a rolling out and back course and finish with one loop down and up the famous Stairway to Heaven. COURSE MAP

  The Stairway to Hell 5k: This is the beast - 11:30 am start. Register 8-10:45 am please at the Overlook Picnic area. Our backyard ultra runners run this stairway every hour during their day loops. They'll be in their 27th hour of running by the time they pass by you before your start. Feel free to call them sissies, cause you'll be doing the Ode to Laz Loop's famous Stairway to Heaven 12 times in a row for your 5k, without the hour rest in between!!! You'll do a total of about 1100 feet of vertical. Get your stair legs ready!!! A course map? HA! We're not silly enough to do this 12 times just to make a map. Feel free to look at the Stairway to Heaven 5k map, it has the stairs at the end.

  8.6 km
  5000 McGinnis Road, Oakland County, Michigan, 48442, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k Run Swim Trail Ultra

• Hope In Motion 5K [app.giveffect.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM

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  Join the Fun & Fundraise!

  Gather your friends, family, and/or coworkers for a fantastic event. Not only will you enjoy a beautiful walk/run/roll, but you’ll also make a meaningful impact by raising funds to support mental health treatment and recovery at Rose Hill Center.

  8.6 km
  5130 Rose Hill Blvd., Oakland County, Michigan, 48442, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

• 2026 Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run [runsignup.com]

  Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  🦃 Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 🏃

  Thanksgiving Morning @ Holly Recreation State Park

  Michigan State Parks Pass REQUIRED for entry

  Start your Thanksgiving Day with a new family tradition...

  🦃 Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 🏃

  Thanksgiving Morning @ Holly Recreation State Park

  Michigan State Parks Pass REQUIRED for entry

  Start your Thanksgiving Day with a new family tradition at the Gobbler Gallop 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run! Lace up your running shoes, grab your family and friends, and join us for a fun, festive morning of fitness before the feast.

  Set in the scenic and serene Holly Recreation State Park, the Gobbler Gallop features a closed course on 100% paved roads, making it safe, smooth, and perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're chasing a PR or just looking to burn off some pre-dinner calories, this is the perfect way to kick off your holiday.

  🦃 Event Highlights:

  👟 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run options – Choose your challenge and hit the pavement!

  🌳 Beautiful paved course through Holly Rec's rolling terrain – Scenic views, smooth roads

  🚫🚗 No vehicle traffic – Entire course is closed for a safe, stress-free run

  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly atmosphere – Bring the whole flock!

  📷 FREE Race Photos – to capture festive moments and memories

  🎽🥤 Commemorative Swag & Post-Race Refreshments – Dri-fit shirts, medals, and tasty treats!

  🦃 Registration Includes:

  🎟️ Entry into 10K

  ⏱️ Professionally Managed/Chip-Timed Race with Live Results 📈 (2.5K & 5K Split Times + Rankings!)

  🥇 Custom Finisher Medal

  👕 Dri-Fit Participant T-Shirt

  🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards

  📸 FREE Race Photos

  🏷️ Commemorative Race Bib

  🍌💧Post Race Refreshments

  Packet Pick-Up Info:

  📍 Location: Holly Recreation State Park (Race Site)

  🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 26th – RACE DAY! (THANKSGIVING)

  ⏰ Time: 7:15 AM – 8:50 AM

  🏁RACE START TIME --- 9AM

  🔥🦃 TURKEY TROT TRADITION STARTS HERE 🏃💨

  🎽 Pick up your race bib, event shirt, and finisher swag before the starting gun!

  ✅ Race day packet pick-up only – Arrive early to avoid the rush and get race-ready!

  6.4 km
  8100 Grange Hall Road, Oakland County, Michigan, 48442, United States
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  5k 10k Run Walk

• Run Like The Dickens [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Dec 05, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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  Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025

  Location – Holly Middle School

  Race starts and finishes at Holly Middle School located at 330 East St, Holly, MI 48442

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  · Registration/Bib Pickup begins Friday...

  Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025

  Location – Holly Middle School

  Race starts and finishes at Holly Middle School located at 330 East St, Holly, MI 48442

  Time

  · Registration/Bib Pickup begins Friday 12/5/25 at 6:30 pm to 8 pm and Saturday at 7:30AM in the gymnasium

  · 5K Run/Walk begins at 9:00AM

  · 10K Run begins at 9:05AM

  · Tiny Tim Trot kids race begins 10:50 AM: .25, .5, and 1 mile back to back. Located on the track.

  Directions - available on-line. Address: 920 Baird St, Holly, MI 48442

  Course – designed by racers for racers

  Course is mostly flat, fast, and well-marked on paved streets in downtown Holly. Roads are open to vehicle traffic. Race crosses railroad tracks.

  NO SHIRTS WILL BE ORDERED AFTER THANKSGIVING.

  Entry includes a medal

  Race info

  · Joe Merlo (248) 328-3200 ext 5288

  · joseph.merlo@hask12.org

  **All proceeds help support the Holly youth running programs

  3.9 km
  920 Baird St, Oakland County, Michigan, 48442, United States
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  1 Miles 3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles Run Walk

• Run Run Rudolph 5K [hollydazzle.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Dec 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM

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  🏃‍♀️🦌 Run Run Rudolph 5K Run/Walk 🎄🎅

  📅Sunday, December 13th, 2026

  📍 Michigan Renaissance Festival (12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI)

  🏁 Race Start: 4:00 PM

  Get ready to light up your holidays with the 3rd...

  🏃‍♀️🦌 Run Run Rudolph 5K Run/Walk 🎄🎅

  📅Sunday, December 13th, 2026

  📍 Michigan Renaissance Festival (12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI)

  🏁 Race Start: 4:00 PM

  Get ready to light up your holidays with the 3rd Annual Run Run Rudolph 5K Run/Walk!

  ❄️Experience the Michigan Renaissance Festival grounds like never before — sparkling with Christmas lights, festive music, and holiday cheer! ✨ Start and Finish inside the Holly Grove Village with the ambiance of a Christmas lit path.❄️

  Registration Includes:

  🕒 Chip-Timed Race with live results

  👕 Custom Long Sleeve Event Shirt

  🎟️ HollyDazzle Ticket ($22 value)

  🍺 1 Free Beverage Ticket on Race Day ($9 value)

  🏅 Custom Finisher Medal

  🏆Overall and Age Group Awards

  📸 Free Race Photos

  🍪☕Post Race Refreshments (Hot Chocolate, Cookies & More!)

  🎭 Costume Contest Entry (Show off that holiday spirit!)

  Packet Pick-Up Details

  📅 Saturday, December 12th, 2026

  📍 Michigan Renaissance Festival – Main Office

  12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI

  ⏰ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  📅 Saturday, December 13th, 2026 (Race Day!)

  📍 Michigan Renaissance Festival – Ticket Office (on festival grounds)

  12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI

  ⏰ 1:45 PM – 3:45 PM

  🏁 RACE START: 4:00 PM SHARP!

  🎅 Dress to Impress!

  Wear your most festive outfit and join in the holiday spirit — prizes awarded for the best costume! 🏆

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  12600 Dixie Highway, Oakland County, Michigan, 48442, United States
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  5k Run Walk