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  • Distance: 19.2 km from Concord Township
    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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    3.1 Miles5kFun RunOlympicRunWalk via RunSignup
  • Distance: 23.6 km from Concord Township
    Sun, Sep 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Join us for our 42nd Annual Henry Ford Jackson Race to Health on Sunday, September 13th, 2026 at the beautiful Cascades Park in Jackson.

    Here’s the run down! ALL 5k participants receive a FINISHERS MEDAL!

    5K Run at 8:00 am

    5K Walk at 8:05 am

    Kids Fun Run (ages 3 - 12) at 9:00 am (Kids get a FREE “Run Wild” tie dye T-shirt and Finishers Medal))

    Pricing: $30 until 8/31, $35 from 9/1 until 9/12. Race day is $45. Register by August 28th to secure a t-shirt in your size! Limited shirts available for late registrations.

    Team Relay - For those that don't want to compete in the 5k join a 4 person relay team. Each member will run a 1/2 mile around the baseball field. This is an un-timed event, just for FUN! Each member costs $25 and receives a t-shirt (if registered by the t-shirt deadline). No awards for this event.

    Plus!

    T-shirts for everyone who registers by August 28th. Sizes available after that date as supplies last.

    Prize money for top overall and master winners

    Medals for top 3 winners in each age group

    Course Information: See tab at the top of the page - COURSE MAP

    Early Packet Pickup: Will be held on Saturday, September 12th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the race location, Cascades Park in Jackson

    Race Day Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am at the race start/finish area and will remain open until the 5k walk starts.

    Proceeds: Support the Henry Ford Health community wellness programs

    Results are live and texted to you after you cross the finish line. A full listing of results can be found on this page at the top Results tab. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation

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  • 415 S. Superior St., Albion, Michigan, 49224, United States
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    Distance: 11.3 km from Concord Township
    Fri, Sep 18, 2026 at 12:00 PM

    Two branches of the Kalamazoo River coming together into one at the center of Albion and the river provides the perfect setting for Victory Park, one of Albion’s prized possessions. The Forks 5K coincides with Albion’s annual Festival of the Forks. Don’t just run on Friday night and skip town, instead, stay and enjoy wonderful food and music all day on Saturday during the Festival of the Forks.

    Your Registration Does More Than Secure Your Spot…

    When you register for a Run Albion event you are giving back to the Albion community. With the generous support of our sponsors, we are able to cover the cost of the entire series. Each registration fee is then used as a donation to a local nonprofit organization that provides course volunteers. In 2023 Run Albion donated over $3,000 across five different nonprofits. In fact, one donation made by Run Albion doubled the organization's operating budget for the entire year!

    5K Run/Walk. The 5K is open to strollers and dogs. Kids Fun Run is free.

    5k Special pricing: Students 18 and under $10 discount off entry fee. Applied automatically during checkout.

    Check-In and On-Site Registration: 5:00PM – 6:00PM

    Race Start: All runners and walkers will start at 6:30pm

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

    FORKS 5K AWARDS

    All participants will receive a finisher medal. Awards will also be given to the top 5 men and top 5 women overall for the in-person individual events. Points will be awarded to all Forks 5k participants which will be used in determining series awards.

    SERIES SCORING AWARDS

    When you participate in Run Albion events, you're eligible for series awards when you participate in two out of the three events. For detailed scoring information visit, runalbion.com

    SIGN UP FOR OTHER RACES IN THE SERIES

    Interested in participating in some of the other Run Albion events, check out each of the individual events at the links below

    Run the Rock - Friday, April 24th

    History Hustle - Friday, June 26th

    Foundry Mile - Saturday, September 20th

    The race will be professionally chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and online at Playmakers.com.

    VIRTUAL 5K RUN/WALK

    If you cannot make the Run Albion series events in person, but you would still like to participate and support the local non-profits that are beneficiaries of Run Albion's proceeds, you can complete in the Virtual Forks 5k. A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the rod, or the trail, or the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. All participants will receive a medal!

    What: This is a virtual race, so you choose your own course and time yourself.

    When: Complete your race any time between September 19 and September 21. Medals will ship by October 10th, 2025

    Where: You choose the course and you time yourself. Text your results using the link provided when you signed up and that will be your official time.

    Why: You want to participate because you love Albion as much as we do, you just can't always be in Albion in person.

    Cost: The price is $30 and includes a finishers medal and the event swag.

    Series Awards: There will be no Virtual Series Awards in 2025. If you participate in 2 in-person events and 1 virtual event, you'll be eligible for in-person series awards.

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  • Distance: 21.6 km from Concord Township
    Sat, Oct 03, 2026

    Lace up your sneakers and get ready for a race like no other! Let me introduce you to Running Between the Vines, a unique experience where sport meets nature, nestled in the beautiful region of Jackson, in the United States. 🍇

    5kHalf MarathonRun via Finishers.com
  • Distance: 21.6 km from Concord Township
    Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 8:45 AM

    🎉 Get Ready to Run, Celebrate, and Make a Difference! 🎉

    The 2026 ORS Oktoberfest 10K / 5K & Kids Superhero Run is back — and it’s bigger, better, and more fun than ever!

    🏃‍♂️ Lace Up for an Epic Race Day!

    Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists, PC is teaming up with MK Jetting and Televising to bring you an unforgettable experience at Consumer’s Plaza where easy parking and great vibes await. We’ve combined the best parts of past courses into one amazing route you won’t want to miss!

    🦸‍♀️ Calling All Superheroes!

    The Kids Superhero Run is a fan favorite — and it’s back with even more excitement! Kids 10 and under will run alongside adult superheroes (yes, costumes are encouraged!) in a fun-filled dash. Will a villain appear? Only our heroes can find out!

    🍔 NEW for 2026: Choose Your Own Post-Race Adventure!

    Instead of a catered meal, we’re partnering with the Jackson DDA and downtown businesses to give every 5K/10K participant a $10 gift certificate to spend however you like — food, drinks, shopping, you name it! More discounts and surprises are coming your way as race day approaches. Let’s rally behind our downtown district and celebrate together!

    🍦 Sweet Treats for Superheroes!

    Every young hero will score a FREE scoop of ice cream from RJ’s Burgers & Ice Cream — because saving the day deserves a reward!

    💙 Run for a Cause That Matters

    This year, we’re proud to support the Greater Jackson Habitat for Humanity – Garrett Family Fundraiser. Kimmie Garrett and her family, longtime Jackson residents, are working toward a safe and healthy home. Your participation helps make that dream a reality. Let’s come together and make a real impact! Please take a moment to learn more about Kimmie and her family via the link below.

    https://greaterjacksonhabitatforhumanity.salsalabs.org/KimmieGarrettFundraiser/index.html

    🔥 Don’t miss out — sign up, suit up, and show up!

    Whether you're racing, cheering, or just soaking in the fun, the 2025 ORS Oktoberfest event is where community, celebration, and purpose collide.

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

    Pricing: $35 until 9/20, then $40. Friends/Family discount $5/person when registering 3 or more people is actively available.

    Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Master (40+), Senior Master (60+) 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+

    Early Packet Pick-Up will be Friday October 3rd 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Lean Rocket Lab (133 W Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI 49201)

    Race Day Packet Pick-Up will be from 7:30 am - 8:45 am at Consumer's Energy Headquarters. 1 Energy Plaza. All pre and post-race events will take place on the Plaza in front of the old post office, now Consumer's Energy Headquarters.

    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.

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    3.1 Miles5k6.2 Miles10kKidsRunWalk via RunSignup
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