7 running and walking events in Brighton, Michigan

Team Running Lab is celebrating 10 years of bringing runners and walkers together, and this spring season is the perfect time to join us. Our FREE 16 week half or full marathon training program kicks off January 5, 2026, with our goal race set for the Glass City Half and Full Marathon on April 26, 2026. Whether you are brand new or looking to crush a new PR, our plans will help you stay consistent, confident, and ready for race day.

For a decade we have built an inclusive group where all paces, ages, and experience levels are welcome. You will get free training plans, supportive pace leaders, a private Facebook group for communication and celebration, educational events, and a community of people who show up for each other.

Group Runs

Tuesday nights at 6pm at Running Lab

Saturday mornings at 7am at Kensington Metropark, West Boat Launch

Even if you do not have a race picked out yet, we encourage you to join us. Running is better with friends and we are here to help you have a great season.

Question: Is it supposed to be DO NOT STOP, or DONUT STOP? Answer: YES!

Like Running or Walking? Love Donuts? This race is for you! Join us for the annual DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k! A donut-themed event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

• Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

• Chip-timing with live results and awards

• Free photos

• Delicious donut waiting at the finish line

• Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

• Half - Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• 10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• 5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

• The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

Gleaners Community Food Bank is excited to announce the 2nd annual Hunger Free Summer 5K Run and Walk! With the support of our incredible community, Gleaners continues to work toward our mission of creating a food-secure Southeast Michigan.

When school is out, many children lose access to the meals they rely on, but the Hunger Free Summer campaign helps bridge that gap. Gleaners can provide 3 meals for every dollar donated. Thanks to a match from Citizens and other generous donors, for every dollar raised through run registrations or donations, Gleaners can provide six meals to families facing hunger.

Please join us as we race toward a food-secure community on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Freedom River in Brighton, Michigan.

Pricing:

5k run/walk early registration including shirt $30 until 6/07, then $35 with limited shirt sizes available. $40 on race day with no shirt.

1 mile fun run/walk early registration including shirt $25 until 6/07, then $30 with limited shirt sizes available. $35 on race day with no shirt. (please note the 1 mile run/walk is an untimed event)

Awards: Running Lab gift certificates to the Overall Male and Female finishers and Overall Master Male and Female Winners. Awards to the top 3 in age groups (male and female) 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Early Packet Pickup: June 18 | 4:00-7:00 PM, The Running Lab | 409 W Main St, Brighton, MI 48116

Race Day Packet Pickup: June 20 | 7:00 AM, Race Location - Freedom River | 6716 Winans Lake Rd. Brighton, MI 48116

Parking: Plenty of onsite parking

Course: Cross country type course including trails, fields, pavement with slight hills. Race is chipped timed.

Team awards: Award for the Largest Team, the Most Spirited Team, and the Largest Fundraising Team. See "Teams" at the top of the page for more information.

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

PRESENTED BY NEW BALANCE

A one mile road race starting and ending in downtown Brighton, MI. The event will have 4 races: Competitive Mile, Open Mile, Dog Mile, and Kids Mile. All net proceeds from the event will go towards a yet to be named downtown/community project. Event will take place on June 27th, 2026.

Race Course: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/gp/bookmark/view/id/7725247

Participants will receive a Main St. Mile medal upon finishing the race!

T-Shirt is an optional add-on not included with race entry. Shirts will be $10 and available at packet pickup if ordered.

Dog Mile participants You will receive a custom Main St Mile bandana with your registration.

Packet pickup will be at Running Lab - 409 W Main St, Brighton MI 48116

Packet Pickup TImes:

• 6/26: 10a-8p

• 6/27: Race morning from 6:30a-7:50a

Prizes awarded to the top 3 Finishers for each gender in the Competitive mile. Prizes announced at a later date

IMPORTANT: There will be no age group awards

All participants can add on a shirt for a small fee of $10.

Race will be professionally chip timed

Team Running Lab is celebrating 10 years of bringing runners and walkers together, and this fall season is the perfect time to join us. Our FREE 16 week half or full marathon training program kicks off June 29, 2026, with our goal race set for the Detroit Free Press Half and Full Marathon on October 18, 2026. Whether you are brand new or looking to crush a new PR, our plans will help you stay consistent, confident, and ready for race day. Didn't get into Detroit before it sold out or choosing to do another fall race? No problem! You're welcome to join us no matter what race you're doing!

For a decade we have built an inclusive group where all paces, ages, and experience levels are welcome. You will get free training plans, supportive pace leaders, a private Facebook group for communication and celebration, educational events, and a community of people who show up for each other.

Group Runs

Tuesday nights at 6pm at Running Lab

Saturday mornings at 7am at Kensington Metropark, West Boat Launch

Even if you do not have a race picked out yet, we encourage you to join us. Running is better with friends and we are here to help you have a great season.