Michigan · Sunday, October 18, 2026
The Lakeshore Long Run is a half marathon and running event held on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
The Kindleberger Summer Festival 5K and Fitness Walk will start out our Festival Day at 7:30 am. The annual run/fitness walk has become an integral part of the Kindleberger Summer Festival as hundreds of participants of all levels and abilities join this invigorating Festival Day event! Starting in beautiful Kindleberger Park, the 5K course winds through the tree-lined streets of the City of Parchment, bringing runners and walkers back to the finish line in lower Kindleberger Park where participants can then join in the fun in celebrating 42+ years of the fabulous Kindleberger Summer Festival of the Performing Arts! It’s a great way to get the entire family involved. Join us on July 12th! Check out Kindleberger Arts for all the festival activities.
TO GUARANTEE A SHIRT YOU MUST BE REGISTERED BY 11:59PM Sunday JULY 6, 2026
Join Us for THE Ultimate Clear Lake Community Summer Event!
Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun, fitness, and nature along Northeast Indiana’s most breathtaking shoreline!
🏃♂️ Choose Your Adventure! 🏃♀️
Whether you’re up for the 10K challenge, the 5K run, or just want to enjoy the 1M Family Fun Walk/Run, there’s something for everyone—runners, walkers, and nature lovers alike!
🌿 Scenic Course, Unbeatable Views! 🌿
The 10K course takes you on a full loop (6.3 miles!) around stunning Clear Lake, starting and finishing at the Lutheran Church Pavilion. You’ll run over charming bridges, and past sparkling waters, wetlands, open oak woodlands, and native prairies.
🎉 Free Family Fun After You Race! 🎉
After the race, the excitement continues! From 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, enjoy FREE fun and some nature-inspired activities at Waterfield Preserve featuring Koeneman Lake, just steps from the race. Perfect for kids, families, and nature enthusiasts!
🌎 Run for a Cause! 🌎
Every step you take helps support the Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy, working to protect and preserve this beautiful natural area for generations to come.
Lace up your running shoes, bring your family and friends, and make memories at this one-of-a-kind summer event!
All net proceeds support the Clear Lake Township Land Conservancy. You can help preserve, protect, and manage the natural environment within the watershed and township for generations to come!
Race Summary
Start your Polish Festival weekend at the Bronson Polish Festival 5K! Come join us for our chip-timed walk or run and bring the whole family. The evening starts out with our 11 and under Kids Mile Fun Run!
Registration Information
Race day registration from 5:00-6:00 pm
Kids mile fun run starts at 6:00 pm
5K walk/run begins at 6:30 pm
5K walk/run early registration fee (by June 29) $30 (race day shirt guaranteed).
5K walk/run late/day of registration fee $35 (race day shirt not guaranteed).
One mile kids' fun run $15 (register by July 1 for a guaranteed shirt, no race day price increase). Fun run for ages 4-11.
Awards
Awards for top overall finishing male and female
Medals for the top three finishers in each age group, both male and female for the 5k run
Medals for the top three overall walkers
Award for top Fun Run participant
Participation medals for all Fun Run participants
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!
Event Date:
July 18, 2026 (Saturday)
Event Location
WMU Business Tech Innovation Park
About This Event:
The start will be separated into age-group, high school, and invitational heats. The heats will start 10 minutes apart. The high school heats will be separated into two boys heats of over 5:00 PRs and under 5:00 PRs, and the girls heats of over 6:00 PRs and under 6:00 PRs. The invitational heats will be women under 5:30 and men under 4:30. Awards will go three deep in each age group and category, with special trophies given to the high school and invitational winners. The course will be fast.
Registration Fees:
Pre-registration Pricing - March 1st to June 18h: $30.00 (Includes Tee Shirt)
No Tee Shirt Option for $25.00
Registration after June 18: 35.00
Discount Price of $15.00 for High School and under (1 - 18 years old)
Event Times:
Early Packet Pickup (July 17, 2026 Friday) @
Race Day Packet Pickup Saturday July 18, 7:30 to 9:30
Race Day Heats start at 9:00
Awards available 30 minutes after heat finish
Heat Race Time Schedule:
9:00 13 & under
9:10 60 & over
9:20 50 - 59
9:30 40 - 49
9:40 30 - 39
9:50 19 - 29
10:00 High School Girls 6:00 & over PR
10:10 High School Girls under 6:00 PR
10:20 High School Boys 5:00 & over PR
10:30 High School Boys 5:00 & under PR
10:40 Women's Invite, under 5:30 PR
10:50 Men's Invite, under 4:30 PR
Heat Adjustments
Should a heat become too large, or a heat become too small, they will be combined or split as appropriate. An updated heat schedule will be posted on this site no later than two days before the race date (July 18) and posted at race registration.
Tee Shirts:
Age Divisions and Awards:
Overall Male, Female, High School Boy, High School Girl
Age Division Awards (Male and Female): 13 and Under, 14-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over, and non-binary
Timing and Scoring:
Timing and scoring will be done by T&H Timing. Results will be LIVE and posted during the event.
Parking
Parking will be available in the WMU Soccer Field lot within a half mile of the start line.
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