Port Austin Run and Walk
Port Austin Township, Michigan · Saturday, July 25, 2026
The Port Austin Run and Walk is a 2 miles, 5 miles, gravel, running, and walking event held on Saturday, July 25, 2026. It is located at Grindstone Road in Port Austin Township, Michigan.
- Date
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM
- Location
- Grindstone Road
Port Austin Township, Michigan
48467
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links
- runsignup.com
We dedicate this in loving memory of our cousin Donald M. Cook, a fallen hero who heroically sacrificed his life in Vietnam while serving our nation. Proceeds will proudly be given to The Blue Star Mothers Thumb Chapter 178 and The VFW Post 116, honoring his memory and supporting those who serve.
A great family event with a distance for everyone and drawings to win many great prizes!
EVENTS: *8K Run * 2 Mile Run * 2 Mile Walk
WHEN: Saturday, July 25, 2026. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. Registration is from 7:30-8:00 a.m.
WHERE: Gallup Park in Port Austin located just off M-25
REGISTRATION AND FEES: 2 Mile Run and Walk- Before July 11, 2026, $20 * After July 11, 2026, $25 * No Shirt subtract $5. 8K- Before July 11, 2026, $25 * After July 11, 2026, $30 * No Shirt subtract $5.
*Shirts are NOT guaranteed after July 11, 2026
FACILITIES: Please come dressed and ready to race. Port-A-Johns are available at the park.
COURSE: The scenic 8K Run includes both village and rural roads, about 50/50 paved and gravel. The 2 Mile Run and Walk is all paved village streets. Water stations provided. Refreshments will be provided at the pavilion after the race.
*The 2 Mile Run and Walk will start at 8:30 a.m. with the 8K Run starting a couple of minutes after.
**The 8K Run will start in the opposite direction as the 2 Mile races.
***If you sign up for the 2 Mile walk you MUST walk the whole course from start to finish.
RESULTS/TIMING: Our race will be professionally timed by Aldrich Timing & Race Management LLC. Results will be posted shortly after the race on http://runsignup.com/portaustinrunandwalk
AWARDS: Trophies to overall male and female winner. Trophies or awards to top 3 finishers in each age group
AGE GROUPS: Both 2 Mile Run and Walk and 8K Run: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90+
REGISTER: Online by clicking the Sign Up button OR see our mail entry information below.
MAIL ENTRIES: Print and fill in the Paper Registration Form to mail with your check. Make checks payable and mail to:
Port Austin Run and Walk, 4735 Champagne Rd, Caseville, MI. 48725.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Karla Hartz 989-550-3637 or email [email protected]
Don’t forget to cheer for yourself when you reach the finish line