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• M22 Challenge [m22challenge.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jun 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  Description

  The M22 Challenge is a unique run-bike-paddle event held in the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Recognized as "The Most Beautiful Place in America," the overwhelming beauty of the race course and the camaraderie of fellow racers will make this event one you won’t forget!

  11.4 km from Empire Township
  6900 South Dune Highway, Glen Arbor Township, Michigan, 49630, United States
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  21.5 Miles Run Triathlon

• Beulah Firecracker 5K [clcba.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  SPONSORED BY: The Crystal Lake Community/Business Association

  Online registration: $25. In-Person Registration ($25) and packet/t-shirt pick-up on-site at the pavilion in Beulah, July 3rd from 5-7pm....

  SPONSORED BY: The Crystal Lake Community/Business Association

  Online registration: $25. In-Person Registration ($25) and packet/t-shirt pick-up on-site at the pavilion in Beulah, July 3rd from 5-7pm. Registration and packet pickup morning of the race will be from 6:45-7:45am ($35).

  The course begins in Beulah, travels outside of town with a few hills, along a dirt two-track and a short run downhill through a forest. The course finishes along the gravel Betsie Valley Trail back in town in Beulah near the shores of Crystal Lake.

  The race will be professionally timed by Sportstats. Live results will be available after the race, and all awards may be picked up after the FREE 1-mile fun run.

  T-shirts will be guaranteed to the first 550 participants.

  AWARDS: 5K - Custom prints awarded to 1st and 2nd place overall winners in the men's and women's divisions and 1st place overall in the men's and women's master's divisions and grand master's divisions. Custom glasses are awarded to the 1st finishers in each age group and trophies to the 1st place finishers in 18 and under. Medals are awarded to 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age group. You or your representative must be present to claim your medal. If your medal is NOT claimed on July 4th, you may pick it up at the Benzie County Chamber of Commerce office July 5th thru 10th between 9 am and 5 pm. CLCBA regrets it can no longer mail medals or T-shirts. Walk/run participants will receive a ribbon for finishing the race. Family category (free with entry). Must have three or more direct family members. Times of the three fastest family members will be combined and Family Prize will be awarded to the "Fastest" family.

  Hosted by: The Crystal Lake Community Business Association

  **There are no additional fees for registering online

  20.2 km from Empire Township
  7122 Prospect Ave, Benzie County, Michigan, 49617, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Gravel Run Trail Walk

• Port Oneida Run [finishers.com]

  Sat, Aug 01, 2026

  Description

  We're thrilled to announce that the Port Oneida Run is returning to Glen Arbor in the beautiful Leelanau County, at the heart of Michigan! 🎉 This event offers three courses for every level: a road race of 5 km, another of 10 km, and even a Half Marathon! 👟

  11.2 km from Empire Township
  Glen Arbor Township, Michigan, United States
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  5k 10k Half Marathon Run

• Crystal Lake Team Marathon [runsignup.com]

  Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  One of the most beautiful 26.2 courses in the state of Michigan around Crystal Lake in Beulah. The course starts and finished at the east end of Crystal Lake in Beulah (start and finish rough 400...

  One of the most beautiful 26.2 courses in the state of Michigan around Crystal Lake in Beulah. The course starts and finished at the east end of Crystal Lake in Beulah (start and finish rough 400 meters apart).

  As in years past, we will be offering runners the chance to run the full 26.2 as a competitive individual. The individual race begins at 7am with teams starting at 8am. We request all individuals and teams finish by 1pm (6 hr cutoff). For those that may need longer, please email and we can setup earlier start time.

  Teams of 5 are encouraged, but you may register a team with fewer than 5 runners. If less than 5, the team may determine how they cover the 26.2 mile course.

  Packet pickup will take place the Friday evening prior to race day 5-7pm at Beulah Beach (race start location - 284 S. Benzie Blvd, Beulah)

  Restrooms will be located at the start of the race along with various locations around the race course. There are no set restrooms out on the course. Water will also be available at roughly 12-15 spots spread throughout the course (No energy gel or Gatorade provided). These "aid" stations are simply volunteers around the lake who will have a table of cups and water out for runners.

  All teams are expected to transport themselves around the course to each exchange zone. This is very straightforward and a huge part of the fun! The course is not closed, and it is okay for runners on a team to join teammates for portions of their leg.

  Teams of 5 are standard, but other variations are acceptable (3 runners splitting the 5 legs, one runner running 1st and last leg with 3 others taking the middle three, etc.)

  Link to Course breakdown by leg (including elevation etc.): http://clcba.org/event/crystal-lake-team-marathon/

  19.9 km from Empire Township
  284 S. Benzie Blvd, Benzonia Township, Michigan, 49617, United States
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  26.2 Miles Marathon Run

• Cedar Polka Fest – Race Series [cedarpolkafest.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Aug 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  The Cedar Polka Fest has been a popular Leelanau County tradition for the past 44 years, 2026 marks the sixth year of our festival race event -The Cedar Polka Fest – Run 4 The Kielbasa. This...

  The Cedar Polka Fest has been a popular Leelanau County tradition for the past 44 years, 2026 marks the sixth year of our festival race event -The Cedar Polka Fest – Run 4 The Kielbasa. This Four-mile event begins and ends in downtown Cedar and includes free entry to the polka fest and a complimentary beer / pop!We welcome all Runners, Walkers, Strollers, Wheelchair Racers and Dogs to this professionally timed event.

  If you can’t make the race, no worries! You can run the race VIRTUALLY! By participating in a virtual setting, you will still receive an awesome collectible T-Shirt and support the Cedar Community.

  The Pierogi Fun Run. Want to participate in the fun but 4 miles is more sausage than you want to bite off? Sign up for the Pierogi Fun Run! Less steps on your fitness tracker but free Polka Fest entry and drink are just as fun!

  Event Schedule

  Packet Pick up & Late Registration

  Date: Friday, August 28th, 5 to 7pm

  Location: In front of the Polka Fest tent

  Packet Pick up & Race Day Registration

  Date: Saturday, August 29th, 7 to 7:45am

  Location: At the Race Start Line near the 4 way stop in beautiful downtown Cedar.

  Race Starts at 8:00am

  The race starts promptly at 8:00AM. Participants are encouraged to dress up for this fun event. We will gather for the playing of our National Anthem at 7:55AM near the starting line at the Intersection of Bellinger and Cedar Road.

  Prizes will be given to Men’s and Women’s Overall 1st -3rd place age group winners.

  Awards

  Awards are available as soon as the timing company compiles the list. Awards can be picked up at the Registration Booth near the race Start / Finish Line.

  After the event

  Stick around for the Polka Fest Parade, the Craft Show & Farmers Market or to Dance the night away to some of the best Polka bands in the Midwest.

  You must register online before August 14th to receive a T-Shirt. We will have extras on race day for those who register after this date, but there is no guarantee on size. First come, first serve. This is a one of a kind event with a highly collectible T-shirt.

  Online registration closes at 7AM August 29th, 2025.

  17.6 km from Empire Township
  8998 S Kasson St, Solon Township, Michigan, 49621, United States
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  2 Miles 4 Miles Fun Run Run Virtual Walk Wheelchair