4 running events in Kentwood, Michigan

This race will get you outside to enjoy a combination of trails, roads and paved pathways. You can see the full course here: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/439944?units=km. This course is great for first-time runners or walkers but will also provide a challenge to more experienced runners. This race is perfect for running with your sweet heart, sole mate, BFF or to meet someone new! Kids and families are welcome. The fastest runners will be awarded and a fun awards ceremony will take place directly after the race in the Kentwood Library Community Room. Awards will be available for pick-up the week after the event at the Kentwood Parks and Recreation Department if you are unable or prefer not to stay for the awards ceremony. Everyone is encouraged to wear their best Valentine themed costumes but it's not required. Runners will receive a long sleeve shirt, participation medal and other goodies in their participant packets.

We will be using funds generated from this race to support our Little Free Pantry. This Pantry provides much needed food and hygiene products to those who need them the most in our community with no questions asked.

Special Pricing Notice: Sign up as a couple and save $5 each!

*Shirts are not guaranteed if you sign up after 1/16/2026.

Early Packet Pickup will be available the following days/locations:

• Thursday, February 5 from Noon - 5:00pm at the Kentwood Activities Center (355 48th St. SE)

• Friday, February 6 from 8:00am-12:00pm at the Kentwood Activities Center (355 48th St. SE)

• Saturday, February 7 beginning at 10:00am before the race at the Kentwood Library (4900 Breton Rd. SE)

Volunteers are needed to help at our event to ensure our runners remain safe on the course! Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4CAAAF2DABF58-52905871-valentines#/

Join the limb loss support network for an educational and family fun filled day! This annual 5k will raise money for Kentwood Parks and Recreation's adaptive programs and provide community, education, and support to amputees, their families, and the community. We are thrilled to provide this exciting event in Kentwood. Registration fee will get you a long sleeve shirt, swag bag, and race entry. This will be a professionally timed race, but all abilities are welcome!

To guarantee a t-shirt, we ask that participants register prior to Friday, April 4. Any registrations after April 4 will not guarantee a race t-shirt.

Check out the race route here: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2212486

Run Camp is about more than logging miles. It’s about showing up, finding your people, and moving forward side by side. Whether you’re building toward a goal race or just want consistency and community, Run Camp’s goal is to make the miles better, together!

Why Run Camp?

Because accountability is easier when someone’s waiting for you.

Because hard workouts feel lighter when they are shared.

Because progress is more fun when you can celebrate it out loud.

Here is what you'll get:

• Training schedule for your Fall half or full marathon* developed by Gazelle Elite coach, Sam Butler

• 2 weekly group runs: Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings (water stops, vendor partner support, lots of high fives)

• Tuesday evenings will meet at the Mary Free Bed YMCA. These runs will focus on form, hill repeats, speed work, etc.

• Mary Free Bed YMCA: 5500 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

o Run Camp participants will need to pass a background check per the YMCA

• Saturday morning long runs will be from the Grand Rapids area Gazelle Sports stores and one other Grand Rapids area location

• Store locations: Grand Rapids 28th St, Downtown Grand Rapids, and Grandville

• Other Grand Rapids area location will be determined soon

• Custom participant gift (designed just for Run Campers!)

• Small pace groups (there is a pace group for everyone, and accountability from Team Leaders**)

• Once a month speed workout session, supported by Gazelle Elite athletes

• Will be held at the Mary Free Bed YMCA indoor track

• Educational clinics (nutrition, Good Form Running, shoe fits, etc...)

• 10% off personal purchases at Gazelle Sports throughout Run Camp (15% on days we run from the stores)

Gazelle Sports Run Camp is designed for adults 18 and older. Run Camp training is designed for individuals who are able to run at least a 5K (3.1 miles).

*Fall half and full marathons occurring between September 27 and October 18 will be accommodated. SHE RUNS Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids & Detroit marathons are the main target races.

**If you are interested in becoming a Team Leader (lead a pace group with up to two other individuals), please contact John Ranville at [email protected].

Note: Gazelle Sports Run Camp registration is for the training program only. You must register separately for your goal event.