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2026 Bastille Day Race - 5K Run/Walk, 10K & 15K

Date:
Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
119 S. Leroy St
Fenton, Michigan
48430
United States
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Links:
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10k 15k 5k Fun Run Run Walk

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ2026 BASTILLE DAY RACE πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

πŸ—“οΈ Saturday, July 11th

πŸ“ Downtown Fenton

119 S. Leroy St., Fenton, MI 48430

Celebrate race day the French way in Downtown Fenton!

Join hundreds of runners for one of Fenton/Genesee County’s most iconic summer races on Saturday, July 11th, 2026. Whether you’re chasing a PR, looking for a hilly 15K or soaking in the scenic atmosphere, the Bastille Day Race delivers fast competition, challenging courses, and a festive post-race celebration.

REGISTRATION INCLUDES

⏱️ Chip Timed Race with Live Results

πŸ‘• Custom Dri-Fit race shirt (with eligible registration)

πŸ₯‡ Custom Finisher Medal

πŸ“Έ FREE professional Race Photos

πŸ† Overall & Age Group Awards

🍞 Post-race French-themed refreshments:

Fresh French bread (CRUST), fruit, bottled water, keg root beer (The Laundry), and live music 🎢

πŸ”₯ Course Highlights

β€’ 15K β€” a very challenging (hilly) USATF-certified course

β€’ 10K & 5K β€” fun, scenic downtown routes

β€’ 5K Walk option available

RACE START TIMES

πŸ“’ 15K Run β€” 7:00 AM (Start: Crust Bakery)

πŸ“’ 10K Run β€” 7:30 AM (Start: Fenton Police Station)

πŸ“’ 5K Run β€” 7:30 AM (Start: Fenton Police Station)

πŸ“’ 5K Walk β€” 7:35 AM (Start: Fenton Police Station)

πŸ“’ .3K Fun Run β€” 7:35 AM (Start: Fenton Police Station)

ALL RACES FINISH INFRONT OF FENTON POLICE STATION

PACKET PICK-UP OPTIONS

πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, July 9 | 4:00 – 7:00 PM

πŸ“ Complete Runner β€” 11303 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc

πŸ—“οΈ Friday, July 10 | 4:00 – 7:00 PM

πŸ“ Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation β€” 150 S. Leroy St., Fenton

πŸ—“οΈ Race Morning (Saturday, July 11) | 6:00 – 7:20 AM

πŸ’™ WHY RUN?

All proceeds benefit Genesee County Habitat for Humanity, helping provide safe, decent, and affordable housing right here in our community.

πŸŽ‰ What’s New in 2026?

  • πŸ₯‡ New Race! 10K Run (5K Course x 2 Laps; 5K Split Time!)

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    REGISTRATION INCLUDES

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    πŸ‘• Custom Dri-Fit Event Shirt

    πŸ… Custom Finisher Medal

    πŸ† Overall & Age Group awards

    πŸ“Έ FREE professional Race Photos

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    EVENT CATEGORIES πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈ

    πŸ’₯ Impactt Fit Fest Showdown (Hybrid Team Fitness Competition)

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    -πŸ† Special awards for Top Male and Top Female finishers.

    πŸ“¦ PACKET PICK-UP

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    πŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Hybrid Fitness Competition β€” 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM (Friday)

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