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24th Annual Family Service & Children’s Aid 5K RUN and WALK.
Same location as previous years - Middle School at Parkside. The course will take place on the Falling Water Trail.
Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Grand Masters (50+), in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
Age Groups Awards to the top 3 places in each age group:
5k Run age groups: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
BONUS! TEAM/FAMILY DIVISION AWARDS
Grab your friends and family! Awards will be given to the top three teams/families in both events. Two or more team/family members must compete in same event (Run or Walk) to qualify. The two fastest times of all team/family members participating will be averaged to determine winner. Please create a Team (link at top of page or choose create or join a team when registering) to enter.
Pricing: New Years Day special pricing $20 valid until 1/15. Then $25 until April 12. $30 April 13 to April 24. $35 Race day
Special pricing for families - only $3 for kids registering with an adult.
Register by April 5th to be guaranteed a t-shirt. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date.
Kids fun run is back this year! All kids will receive a medal. Cost is $3.
Early Packet pick-up Friday, April 24th from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm at Family Service & Children’s Aid (306 W Michigan Ave, Jackson, MI)
Race day packet pickup at Middle School at Parkside from 8:00am - 8:50am on race day morning.
Proceeds from the race go to Family Service & Children’s Aid. Since 1944 Family Service & Children’s Aid has touched the lives of thousands of Michigan families in Jackson and Lenawee Counties through adoption, foster care, counseling, community and school based programs, substance abuse treatment, and other services for children and families.
Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
The race will be chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and on this website.
JACKSON ROSE RUN - Celebrating 56 Years! 🎉
🗓️ JUNE 14, 2025
10 Mile @ 7:30 a.m. / Other Events @ 8:00am / Kids Fun Run @ 9:30am 0r Sooner
🌹 Hosting Venue:
⚽️ Jets Hangar on the Jackson College Campus, 2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
🏃♂️ Embrace the thrill of running and walking amidst the gently rolling hills of the Jackson College campus and its surroundings!
🌹 RACE FEES:
⚽️ New Years Special Pricing $20 from January 1 – January 15, 2026
💲25 until March 31st (Guaranteed T-shirt)
💲30 April 1 to May 11th (Limited shirts availability)
💲35 May 12 to June 12th (Limited shirts availability)
💲40 June 13th / Race Day (No Shirt Guarantee)
🌹 * ORS QUALIFYING POINTS EVENTS – 5K Run & 5K Walk Only
More details @ ORSRaceSeries.com
🌹 SHIRTS:
⚽️ Kids Fun Run Event is FREE. Youth Shirts available @ $10 each. (YS, YM & YL sizes)
⚽️ Register Early to SECURE a Shirt!
Tech style t-shirts this year. Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 2/28/2026.
Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
🌹 PACKET PICK-UP:
EARLY – Friday, June 12, 2026, 2:30 PM - 7:00 PM
👉🏼 @ Jets Hangar on the Jackson College Campus, 2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
RACE DAY – Saturday, June 13, 2026, 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM
👉🏼 @ Jets Hangar on the Jackson College Campus, 2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
🌹 AWARDS & RESULTS:
🏆 Overall Awards: Will be presented to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Master (40+), Senior Master (60+) in the 5k Run, 5k Walk, 10K Run & 10 Mile Run.
🥇🥈🥉 Age Groups Awards: Presented to the top 3 places in each age group:
5k Run & 10K Run Age Groups: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
5k Walk & 10 Mile Run Age Groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
⏱️ Our race will be Professionally Timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and available on this website.
🌹 PLEASE NOTE:
🐶 There Are NO Dogs Permitted At This Event. Service dogs excluded.
Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
👉🏼 Click Here to Read Details
🚶🏻➡️ "CODE OF CONDUCT" Running & Walking Ethical Responsibility:
Ethical behavior in race walking is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the sport and ensuring fair competition.
Please see the full policy under Race Info.
👉🏼 Click Here to Read Details
🌹 VIRTUAL EVENT INFO:
THE VIRUAL RUNS & WALK EVENT FOR THOSE WHO ARE EITHER ON VACATION & STILL WANT TO JOIN. OR FOR THOSE WHO ENJOY RUNNING AND WOULD LIKE TO CHOSE THEIR OWN VENUE. EITHER WAY, HAVE A BLAST & THANK YOUR FOR JOINING US!!!
🌹 RACECOURSE:
5K Run/Walk via Map My Run 👉🏼 Click Here!
Kids Run course 👉🏼 Click Here!
🦺 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED PLEASE & THANK YOU!! ⚽️
🦺 COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS ARE AVAILABLE! ⚽️
We're getting a jump start on asking for Volunteers for our 2026 April Fool's Marathon
If you can help, Awesome! ...
If you know someone who would like to help too, Double Awesome!!
🌹 DONATIONS: ⚽️
THANK YOU ‼️ ❤️
Mark your calendars for the 12th Annual Special Olympics Michigan Area 19 (Jackson County) Heart of a Lion chip timed 5K Run/Walk at the beautiful Ella Sharp Park located at 2800 Fourth St. Jackson, MI 49203.
The race will be held on Sunday, August 23rd at 9 a.m. with a SOMI athlete/Kids Fun Run to follow.
Pricing: $30 until 8/6 (shirt guaranteed), $35 from 8/7 to 8/22 (shirts available as supplies last), $40 race day (no shirt guaranteed)
T-Shirts guaranteed to those who register by August 6th, supplies available as they last after that date.
Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Masters (40+), in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
Age Groups Awards to the top 3 places in each age group:
5k Run age groups: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Packet pick up will be on Saturday, August 22nd from 3-5 p.m. at the SOMI office located at 210 East McDevitt Jackson, MI 49203. Race day packet pickup will start at 7:00 am at the race location, Ella Sharp Park. Race day registration is available until 8:45 a.m.
Proceeds from this race will benefit the Jackson Area 19 Special Olympics and will be used to provide year round sports training and athletic competition for persons with intellectual disabilities. All proceeds stay in Jackson, County.
Results will be available live during the event and posted online at this website.
Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. The Heart of a Lion is proud to be part of the ORS Race Series.
Join us for our 42nd Annual Henry Ford Jackson Race to Health on Sunday, September 13th, 2026 at the beautiful Cascades Park in Jackson.
Here’s the run down! ALL 5k participants receive a FINISHERS MEDAL!
5K Run at 8:00 am
5K Walk at 8:05 am
Kids Fun Run (ages 3 - 12) at 9:00 am (Kids get a FREE “Run Wild” tie dye T-shirt and Finishers Medal))
Pricing: $30 until 8/31, $35 from 9/1 until 9/12. Race day is $45. Register by August 28th to secure a t-shirt in your size! Limited shirts available for late registrations.
Team Relay - For those that don't want to compete in the 5k join a 4 person relay team. Each member will run a 1/2 mile around the baseball field. This is an un-timed event, just for FUN! Each member costs $25 and receives a t-shirt (if registered by the t-shirt deadline). No awards for this event.
Plus!
T-shirts for everyone who registers by August 28th. Sizes available after that date as supplies last.
Prize money for top overall and master winners
Medals for top 3 winners in each age group
Course Information: See tab at the top of the page - COURSE MAP
Early Packet Pickup: Will be held on Saturday, September 12th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the race location, Cascades Park in Jackson
Race Day Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am at the race start/finish area and will remain open until the 5k walk starts.
Proceeds: Support the Henry Ford Health community wellness programs
Results are live and texted to you after you cross the finish line. A full listing of results can be found on this page at the top Results tab. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation