Harper Creek Middle School Invitational Elementary Run

Race Date:

Live Event - June 13, 2026

• 7:45 am 10K Start Time

• 8:00 am 5K Start Time

Virtual Event - June 13, 2026 to June 28, 2026

• Tee shirts will be Mailed to participants outside a 30 mile radius. Local participants must pick up their tee shirts on Friday or Saturday.

• Virtual Events are OPEN ONLY for participants in the United States. Tee Shirts and Bib Numbers will not be shipped outside of the United States.

Event Schedule:

• Friday Packet Pickup - June 12th, 12:00 (noon) to 6:00 pm @ YMCA Multi Sports Complex

• Saturday Packet Pickup - June 13th, 6:30 am to 7:30 am @ YMCA Multi Sports Complex

• Saturday 10K Race Time - 7:45 am

• Saturday 5K Race Time - 8:00 am

Event Fees:

• Early 5K and 10K Registration - Until May 31st (11:59 pm) $35.00

• Early Registration fees for 12 Years and Under receive a $10.00 discount.

• Late 5K and 10K Registration - June 1st Until Race Day $45.00

• "Same Day" Online (Electronic) Registration Only - Please use your cell phones for registration

Tee Shirts:

• Tee Shirts are guaranteed to participants who register before May 29th. Registrations after May 29th will be available on a "First Come First Serve" basis.

• Virtual Participant's Tee shirts will be Mailed to participants outside a 30 mile radius. Local participants must pick up their tee shirts on Friday or Saturday.

Awards:

• 10K Awards - Overall Male and Female, 1st and 2nd Place Division winners age brackets of 14 and Under,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99

• 5K Awards - Overall Male and Female, 1st and 2nd Place Division winners age brackets of 14 and Under,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-99

• Only awarding top 1st an 2nd place female and male winners in each age bracket

About The 2026 Virtual Event

Participants will have between Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 28 to complete your run. Once you have the 5k/10k/kids run completed you will send in your time to the run sign-up website. Your race shirt and bib will be mailed to you (while supplies last) once you have your 5k/10k/kids run completed. No race awards. When registering for our race, you’ll be directly supporting our emergency relief day camps, free weekly diaper-drive, meal distribution programs and blood drive services during this pandemic. We appreciate your consideration and generosity as we all work together to support our community, neighbors, and local businesses!

Virtual Events are OPEN ONLY for participants in the United States. Tee Shirts and Bib Numbers will not be shipped outside of the United States.

**Virtual Participant's Tee shirts will be Mailed to participants outside a 30 mile radius. Local participants must pick up their tee shirts on Friday or Saturday.

Thanks for your support!

The Cereal City Classic Team

About the Cheetah Chase 5K Event - June 27, 2026

Lace up your running or walking shoes for a 5K experience like no other! The Cheetah Chase 5K takes you on a dynamic course through the heart of Binder Park Zoo, featuring a mix of terrain—asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass—that keeps every step exciting. Wind through scenic Michigan woodlands, tackle a mix of hills, tight turns, and flat stretches, and take in stunning views of the African savanna, where giraffes, zebras, and antelope roam. More than just a race, your participation helps support wildlife conservation and the zoo’s mission to inspire a love for nature. Run wild for a great cause—sign up today! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo's impactful conservation message and initiatives.

Pre-Registration ONLY - Race Limited to 1,000 Participants

Complete a registration form to enter the Binder Park Zoo Cheetah Chase event of your choice.

Registration Dates & Fees

All participants in both 5K events will receive a free day-of-admission pass to the zoo and their first Bell's beer for free (21 and up only).

Special Pricing Dates: (for the Gazelle Gallop-5K Run and Sloth Walk-5K Walk)

• Early Bird Registration: Feb 7 - February 28 (11:59 pm) $50

• Pre Registration: March 1 - June 20 (11:59 pm) $60

• Late Registration: - June 21 - June 27 (Day of Race) $70

Registration Fees Include: Race Registration, performance race shirt, zoo pass for the day, and first Bell's beer free at the brew station for adults over 21 years of age (other option available for participants under 21).

Friday Early Packet Pickup

• Reduce your time in line with early packet pick-up.

• From 4pm to 6pm on Friday, June 26th, we will have early packet pick-up in the Cross Administration Building (Zoo Office).

• Participants may also register on Friday during packet pickup if space is available.

Saturday Event Times

• 6:30 am - Gates Open

• 6:45am to 7:45am - Packet Pickup.

• 7:30am - Gates to zoo entrance closed to prep for race - be here before 7:30am to park in zoo lot.

• 8:00am - Race Start for the Gazelle Gallop (5K Run), Sloth Walk (5K Walk). Post Race Cool Down After The Race.

• Last participant must cross the finish line by 9:30am.

• Bell's Beer Stations – open during Cheetah Chase and also on zoo grounds all day

Tee Shirts:

Please Note: To be guaranteed a race tee shirt, participants must register before Friday, June 19th.

Age Categories

14 years & younger, 15-19 years, 20-29 years, 30-39 years, 40-49 years, 50-59 years, 60-69 years, 70 years & older

Awards and Results

Prizes for the Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk will be awarded to: 1) Top Overall Male, 2) Top Overall Female, 3) Top Master Male & Female, 4) Top Three Males and Females per Age Category. Top overall male and female master excluded from age category awards. Results will be LIVE on RunSignUp and posted during the event On Site and later in the day at www.macssportstiming.com.

Event Timing

Gazelle Gallop and Sloth Walk timing provided by Mac's Sports Timing. LIVE RESULTS WILL BE AVAILABLE. Also results will be posted during the race. And Go to www.macssportstiming.com for final results.

Donations

Please go the extra mile and make a donation while registering to help support Binder Park Zoo cheetah conservation programs and our mission to Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve. (*Donations are not required, but greatly appreciated.)

THE EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE ON A SUNDAY THIS YEAR

The Battle Creek Half Marathon and 5k is Battle Creek's first and only half marathon. Starting at the brewing facility for Territorial Brewing Company, participants will run to and through the grounds of the Field of Flight and experience air crafts and more while getting an up-close view of the festival grounds as they are running by. Runners will then continue on the beautiful streets and boulevards of Battle Creek for a fairly flat, scenic course.

Please note, due to time constraints on ordering medals, shirts, and other various race day items, participation numbers will be capped once orders are placed. The event has sold out previously! We suggest registering early to get the best deals and guarantee your spot!

For more event information, go to www.cerealcityathletics.com

We're back with The 2026 Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon! This is a sprint triathlon/duathlon that showcases the City of Battle Creek and its amenities. Willard Beach Park will be the site for this high quality multi sport event. There is a sprint distance triathlon and a sprint distance duathlon. Relay teams of all types are also encouraged to participate. Swim 500 meters, Bike 12.4 miles (20K), Run 3.1 miles (5K). This is one of the best courses around for a sprint distance triathlon, duathlon, or relay.

This year the Cereal City Triathlon & Duathlon is offering both 2 and 3-person relays. Each team member will be able to register and pay individually as well, so no need to worry about who is footing the bill! Grab your fastest friends, your swim team teammates, and your cycling pals and put together a winning relay team!

Returning this year, ages 18 and under can participate in our "Super Sprint" option which consists of a 400 meter swim, 10K bike, and 3K run.

Each registration includes a t-shirt, finisher's medal, and post-race meal from our awesome food truck!

About This Event

It’s time to Pedal, Pour, and Tour Binder Park Zoo!

Experience the zoo like never before with Tour de Zoo, a unique evening event where you can bike around the zoo at your own pace, sip some brews from New Belgium Brewing Company, savor delicious zoo bites, and even enjoy live entertainment from a favorite local band. This family-friendly event encourages guests to dress up and deck out their bikes for a chance to win a prize. Explore the zoo after hours on the same course as our Cheetah Chase event and enjoy an evening full of fun, adventure, and of course, supporting wildlife! This event serves as a great platform for fundraising, playing a vital role in supporting Binder Park Zoo's impactful conservation message and initiatives.

Pre-Registration ONLY

Complete your online registration to enter the Binder Park Zoo Tour de Zoo event.

Registration Fees

All registered participants of Tour de Zoo will receive Tour de Zoo swag, activity token, and their first New Belgium Brewing beer for free (21 and up only, valid ID required), non-alcoholic options available.

Pre-Registration: February 7 – August 8: $50

Late Registration: August 9 - August 14: $60

Please Note: Participants must bring their own bikes. Class 1 e-bikes that are pedal-assist are allowed. Bike wagons/trailers and training wheels are not allowed due to rough/changing terrain. Strider bikes are allowed, but please note the terrain can be challenging. Helmets are strongly encouraged and required for all youth participants.

Event Schedule

Registration/Check-in: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Pedal, Pour, and Tour: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (ride through the zoo as many times as you like, last entry to the zoo is 7:30 pm)

After Party at the Pavilions: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (games, raffles, prizes, and more!)

Course Details

This course features a variety of surfaces including asphalt, brick, boardwalk, crushed rock, and grass. You can expect a mix of uphills, downhills, tight turns, and flat stretches. Enjoy the native Michigan woodlands and a wide variety of zoo animals, with panoramic views of the African savannah showcasing giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more. This is a truly unique biking experience in a stunning setting.

Raffles

Must be 18 years or older to buy or sell raffle tickets, however a minor may be named as the raffle winner if an adult has purchased the ticket.

Costume & Bike Decorating Contest

We invite all participants to unleash their creativity by dressing in costumes or decorating their bikes. Whether you come as your favorite animal or a zookeeper or create a wild and whimsical bike design, your imaginative flair will add to the fun and excitement of the evening. Don't miss this chance to pedal in style and celebrate the adventure with us! Participants interested in being a part of the costume or bike decorating contest will be entered to win a family four-pack admission to the zoo or a zoo membership.

Donations

Please consider going the extra mile and make a donation while registering to help support Binder Park Zoo conservation programs. (*Participation in fundraising is not required, but greatly appreciated.)

Join the Tour, where every sip and stride supports our precious wildlife!

Tour de Zoo is more than just a bike ride—it's an evening of excitement and exploration, that in turn helps support our mission to Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature, inspire them to conserve. Don't miss out on this exclusive evening at Binder Park Zoo!