7 events in East Lansing, Michigan

IRONDOG 5K

Join us on Saturday, March 21st - 2026 for our 12th annual event. The IRONDOG Fund was created to support the medical and surgical care of animals hospitalized at the MSU Veterinary Medical Center. The IRONDOG 5K is our largest annual fundraiser.

Join us for a flat, fast, and fun course through the campus of MSU. Dogs are welcome with walkers, they must be leashed and we ask that you start at the back of the start line area.

Pricing: $30 until 3/13 with a t-shirt guaranteed. $35 from 3/14 to 3/20 limited shirts available. $40 race day (shirts while supplies last)

Register by 3/13 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date.

Awards: Overall male and female and Overall Master (age 40+) male and female. Age group awards to top 3 in each age category.

Early Packet Pick Up will be held at Playmakers (2299 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864) 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday, March 20th.

Race day Packet Pickup will start at 7:30-8:50AM at the race site.

Virtual option: If you are unable to join us in person we are offering a virtual event. Run/Walk on your own date and we'll send you a race shirt in the mail. Pricing is $35 until 3/13 with a t-shirt guaranteed. $40 from 3/14 to 3/21 limited shirts available. Price includes shipping. You can enter your results, however virtual participants are not eligible for awards.

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race.

The Tower Guard class of 2000 founded the Shamrock 5k Run – Walk – Roll as an annual event to raise funds for the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities serving spartans students! This year we carry on the tradition and are hosting the 26th Annual Shamrock 5k on March 22, 2026 at 10:00 am on the Michigan State University campus in East Lansing, Michigan. All donations raised by Tower Guard 2025-2026 will go to RCPD towards students’ disability related needs.

Tower Guard collaborates with the RCPD to help scribe for exams, create more accessible textbooks, hold one-on-one tutoring, and build a more inclusive environment for all Spartans. Well over 85% of the reading for the visually impaired is done by Tower Guard, thus maintaining MSU's outstanding service to students with disabilities. Tower Guard was founded in 1934 by May Shaw, the wife of former MSU president Robert Shaw. She founded the then all female honor society as a service oriented organization which would help to serve the needs of visually impaired students at Michigan State University. In 1977, membership was opened to the outstanding male students on campus in addition to the female students. Each year, approximately 80 sophomores carry on the tradition of academic excellence, leadership, outstanding character, and commitment to service.

Pricing: $30 until March 4th, then $35. MSU Students $5 discount. Be sure to register early there is no race-day registration.

T-shirts are guaranteed for those who register by March 4th. T-shirts available after that date as supplies last.

Team pricing available - Form a team of 5 or more people and receive $5 off per participant. Details below.

Family pricing available - Sign up 3 or more people from the same household, at the same time, and save $3 per participant. (not valid for MSU Students)

See below for details on how to get 50% off your registration fee!

Awards - Finishers medals to all participants.

Course - This year the race will start and finish at Conrad/Fee Hall, in the East Neighborhood courtyard. Complimentary parking in nearby lots on campus, including the lots 30 33, and ramp 3 (Wharton Center). The course map can be found HERE.

Packet Pickup - Race day morning starting at 8:30 am at the race start location

We hope this race will be the biggest and best Shamrock 5K yet! The 5K committee has been hard at work organizing the details that will make the atmosphere fun for participants of all ages and abilities: you can look forward to music, complimentary food and drinks, hundreds of dollars worth of raffle prizes from local businesses, and an appearance by Sparty (dependent on March Madness scheduling)! Participants receive a Shamrock Run - Walk - Roll T-shirt (guaranteed with registration by 3/04) and have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for some of our great prizes. Additionally, we are pleased to announce we will be giving tours of our very own Beaumont Tower both during and after the conclusion of the event! Best of all, because of the awesome fundraising efforts of our committee, almost every dollar of your registration fee goes straight to the RCPD towards students’ disability related needs

We look forward to seeing you at the 26th Annual Shamrock 5K!

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

Register today for the 2026 Run for the House! Ronald McDonald House Mid-Michigan is please to welcome back our Champion Sponsor, MSU Federal Credit Union!

The 2026 Run for the House will start and finish at the MSU Federal Credit Union Headquarters in East Lansing. There is something for everyone at this community event, including a 5K run/walk, a 10K run, a 10K Ruck and a Kids One Mile Fun Run & Sprint. A virtual option is also offered.

• In-Person Race: Participants who choose this option will participate on the marked courses beginning on MSUFCU's Headquarters on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. The 5K course will guide you out onto West Road and through the paved paths on MSUFCU's campus. The 10K course will be a double loop of the 5K course with some differences that will be noted with signs and by volunteers. Both courses will be chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

• Kids 1 Mile Fun Run & Sprint Children ages 12 & under registering for our kids races can enjoy both the Sprint (very short distance that even our youngest participants can complete) and our mile-long Fun Run. The Sprint starts at 9:15 a.m., and the Fun Run will begin immediately afterward. Kids race registration allows children to participate in both races. Pacers will run with kids to keep them on the right path.

• Ruck for the House 10K: The Ruck for the House will follow the 10K course beginning and ending at MSU Federal Credit Union Headquarters campus. Rucking is walking with weight on your back based on military training workouts. Participants will provide their own weighted vests or backpacks. Course limit is 2 hours. The Ruck will be chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

• Virtual Race - Pick Your Pace: Participants who choose the virtual race option can run or walk the race between April 17, 2026 through April 19, 2026. Virtual participants can participate anywhere their feet will take them — at home, on a treadmill, in a neighborhood or at a local park! Virtual participants may order a race packet, but they must be picked up in person. Awards will not be available for virtual participants.

5K and 10K (including the Ruck) begin at 10:00 a.m. You do not have to feel rushed to get to the starting line. Timing does not start until you cross the timing mats!

Kids Sprint begins at 9:15 a.m, and 1 Mile Fun Run will follow immediately. Families are encouraged to visit the Lansing Area Littles Kids' Zone before and after the races.

Packet Pickup

Pre-race at Playmakers: 2299 W. Grand River Avenue, Okemos, MI 48864

Friday, April 17, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 18, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Day of Race at Registration table at MSUFCU Headquarters

Sunday, April 19, 9 – 10 am

Greater Lansing Area Race Series (GLARS):

Run for the House is proud to once again be part of the Greater Lansing Area Race Series (GLARS) this year! This race series showcases a variety of races across the Greater Lansing area, kicking off in March and wrapping up in late September. By participating in these races, you can earn points that bring you closer to achieving an overall series award. Click here for more information.

Are bikes, scooters, skateboards, etc. permitted?

No, bikes, scooters, skateboards, etc. are not allowed in any race. Only Mountain Bike Michigan members who are volunteering as course leaders or sweepers are permitted to ride bikes on the course.

Can I bring my dog?

MSUFCU allows dogs on their campus as long as you abide by the City of East Lansing leashing ordinance and your dog can handle the social interaction of the event. If you are walking or running the 5K with your dog, we do ask that you start at the back of the starting group to avoid accidental tripping.

*Shirt opt-out option available!

At Ronald McDonald House Mid-Michigan, our purpose is keeping families close to the care their sick children need, and providing comfort, support and resources for families just steps from the hospital. We can't wait to bring you the 2026 Run for the House while continuing our commitment to keep families safe while keeping them close. We will continue to follow local government health guidelines surrounding events.

Help make a difference for families of seriously ill children. Your participation in the Run for the House 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, 10K Ruck and Kids Run will help the Ronald McDonald House Mid-Michigan provide a home-away-from-home for those families who have a child being hospitalized or receiving treatment at Lansing-area hospitals and clinics. The House offers a comfortable and private place for families to sleep, eat and relax. Here families find a caring atmosphere where they can receive strength and encouragement from others who are also going through difficult times.

Join us on Sunday, April 26 for the 7th annual Izzo Run/Walk/Roll!

The Izzo family has partnered with Playmakers to host this premium experience on the campus of Michigan State University. The mission is to connect alumni, the MSU and Mid-Michigan communities in a positive celebration of Coach Izzo's legacy. The events include a 5K Run/Walk, 5K Roll, 1/2 K Walk/Roll, Kids' Races and a Virtual 5K; all events will focus on fitness, fun, family, Spartan spirit and charitable giving!

Proceeds from the 2026 Izzo Run/Walk/Roll will continue to support an endowment for The Izzo Legacy that will ensure charitable giving for years to come. In addition, participants can donate to select local charities through the registration process or on the donation page.

"Tom and I have certainly been blessed to be a part of this community and we feel a genuine obligation to give back to the MSU and Mid-Michigan communities that have become such a large part of our lives. One of the reasons we’ve never left Michigan State is the connection to our community."

~ Lupe Izzo

Join us for the Girls on the Run Mid-Michigan Spring 5K!

Celebrate empowerment, confidence, and community at our Spring 5K! Whether you run, walk, or cheer, this event is for everyone. Join hundreds of girls, families, and supporters as we cross the finish line together and celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of our participants.

Open to the public—come be part of this inspiring, feel-good event and help us create a day full of joy, energy, and unforgettable memories!

Sign up today and run for a great cause!

Start Time: 11:00 am on Sunday May 17, 2026.

Giveaways: Finisher medals & T-shirt available to all participants.

Register by May 1 to guarantee your shirt size. If you DO NOT want a shirt, please select "Opt Out" or No Shirt from the drop down menu when registering.

Packet Pick-up Options:

Friday May 5/15 Complete Runner, 3170 S Linden Rd, Flint from 2:00 PM-6:00 PM

Saturday May 5/16 at Playmakers, 2299 W. Grand River Ave, Okemos from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

RACE DAY Sunday May 5/17 at MSU, Conrad Hall, 943 Conrad Rd, East Lansing from 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

Results: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be live on this site. Timing done by Michigan Running Foundation. Age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

No-shows to the race will forfeit their shirt and finisher medal.

Parking: parking on MSU campus is free on Sundays. Recommended lots/ramps are Parking Ramp 3 or lots 112, 113 or 33. See PDF below with map of lots.