17 walking events in Lansing, Michigan

All Winter Warm Up program participants, their family and friends, and all of the Greater Lansing community are invited to participate in the FREE Blue Cross Community 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, March 21 at 10am at Hawk Island Park in Lansing.

Over 700 Lansing-area residents have joined this year’s Blue Cross Winter Warm Up presented by the Playmakers Fitness Foundation and the Community Partners in Health. This free, eight-week 5K training challenge is designed to help residents of all ages take their first step toward fitness. Winter Warm Up participants have been training with certified Good Form Running and Walking coaches from the Playmakers Fitness Foundation since January, and many will be running or walking their first ever 5K. We encourage all of the Greater Lansing community to join, support, and celebrate with us by registering for the Blue Cross Community 5K Walk/Run!

Clean off those bunny ears and running shoes and get ready for the 2026 Hippity Hop 5K! This year we will be celebrating our 10th anniversary of the 5K on April 4, 2026!!! Potter Park Zoo will once again serve as the host for the event. We hope you can join us for a day of fun including the 5K run/walk, Easter Egg Hunt, children's activities, and you-know-who...THE EASTER BUNNY! All registered participants get same-day FREE entry into the zoo!! The 5K run/walk will start and finish near the entrance of the zoo and will go along the scenic Lansing River Trail. All proceeds go to youth and families in Ingham County. The Child Benefit Fund has been assisting at-risk families in Ingham County for over 40 years, providing funding for clothing, sports fees and equipment, emergency needs, extra-curricular activities, and holiday gifts for approximately 250-300 children per year. Make sure to register ahead of time, as registration will close at midnight on April 3, 2026, and WE WILL NOT BE

TAKING ANY RACE DAY REGISTRATIONS!

5K Run/Walk: The 5K is chip-timed on a beautiful, scenic, and accurate course along the Lansing River Trail. All participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher's medal. The race will have an open start time from 11:00 AM until 11:15 AM for convenience. If you are looking for a more competitive race, please be at the start line at 10:55 AM. Otherwise, you can start the race at your leisure. The entire course is paved, so it is stroller friendly.

Virtual Option: Can't join us in person? We are also offering a VIRTUAL option. Run or walk with us from anywhere, anytime on April 4. We will ship the t-shirts and medals directly to you!

Easter Egg Hunt: We are happy to have an Easter Egg Hunt again for this year's event! All children under 12 will need to register and will receive a bag, t-shirt, and a guaranteed minimum number of eggs from the egg course. The Easter Egg Hunt begins at 10:30 AM and will be at the Tiger Den Pavilion.

Family pricing: Have other friends or family wishing to participate? Register with 3 or more people and receive a discount of $3 per registrant.

T-shirt: Unisex and kid sizes available.

Overall Awards: Overall, Master (over 40), and Grand Master (over 50) male and female will receive an award

Medals: Every participant in the 5K will get a finisher's medal, as well as awards for the top 2 in each age group! Age groups are 7 & under, 8-11, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70-74, and 75+. Please note that awards will only be given to attendees of the in-person event.

Packet Pickup: Packets can be picked up on Friday April 3, 2026 at the Tiger Den pavilion at the Potter Park Zoo from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM, or as early as 8:30 AM the day of the event.

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

Get ready to move, celebrate, and connect at the Color Pop 5K Fun Run on Saturday, April 11 2026! This vibrant community event — hosted by the Women’s Council of REALTORS® – Lansing Network — brings together neighbors, families, and local businesses for a morning of color, fun, and community impact.

Whether you choose to run, walk, roll, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation supports a mission that strengthens local business leadership and deepens community connection. This fun-run is open to participants of all ages and abilities. Chip timing is provided for those wanting to compete with themselves for a new PR. Otherwise walkers, runners and rollers are welcome to join us for good vibes and to celebrate pops of color along the route!

Why Join Us?

🌟 Fun for everyone – Run, walk, or roll through colorful zones that make every step exciting.

💪 Celebrate community – Connect with family, friends, neighbors, local professionals, and a love for Lansing.

🎽 Swag & Keepsakes – Every participant will receive a Color Pop 5K t-shirt and a finisher medal to remember the day.

🥤 Refreshments will be provided.

🤝 Support a cause – Your involvement helps raise funds for VFW Home in Eaton Rapids.

📍 Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

📍 Location: Hawk Island Park

🕘 Start Time: Race kicks off at 9:00 AM

💲 Registration: $35 pricing available through March 28. Prices increase to $40 on March 29. Kids pricing is available for ages 6-12.

Sign up by March 15 to guarantee your race shirt size. After that, shirt sizes may be in limited quantities.

Fundraising: start a fundraiser with your registration, share your fundraiser with family and friends, raise $250 and your race registration will be refunded back to you!

Bring your friends, family, coworkers, and pets, and celebrate movement, color, and community. Whether you’re there to get your heart pumping or to spread joy and cheer, the Color Pop 5K Fun Run is the perfect way to welcome spring and show your love for our Lansing community! 🌈

Additional Information

Check-in will begin at 8:00 AM prior to the race at Hawk Island in the Red Tail Pavilion.

Parking fee will be added to your registration upon checkout. Show your email confirmation/registration or race bib upon entering the park. If you have an Ingham County Parking Pass, please reach out to us at [email protected] before registering.

Results: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site. Timing done by Michigan Running Foundation.

Age Groups: Under 14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70–79, 80+.

Policies: No shows will forfeit their shirt and medal. Registrations are nonrefundable but may be transferred to a different participant.

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 $15

• Half - Marathon 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!

Come join us on the Lansing River Trail, starting at Brenke Fish Ladder, Saturday, April 25th for CCIEC's 14th Annual Run For Giving 5K Run/Walk. The race will start at 9:00 am. Our race will have chipped timing with live results!

Pricing: $25 until March 20th, pricing will be $30 from March 21st to April 19th, and $35 one week before the event. Be sure to register online, there is no race day registration.

Special pricing: Ages 18 and under $5 discount. Families/Groups who register 3 or more participants at the same time receive a $5/discount per participant.

Run, walk or roll! This race is stroller and wheelchair accessible.

Proceeds from this event will go towards empowering those in vulnerable situations in our community through our basic needs programming, including our Community Kitchen, Food Pantry, Personal Needs Pantry and Clothing Closet.

Packet Pickup: Pickup at Catholic Charities - St. Vincent Campus (2800 W. Willow St.) on April 24th from 3-6 PM and race day morning starting at 8am.

T-shirts: T-shirts are guaranteed until April 16th and then available as supplies last after that date. They will be distributed at packet pick-up the day before the race. If you're not able to pick up the packet the day before, you can pick it up the day of the race from 8-9 AM near the start/finish line at the registration table.

Results: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be live on this site and available race day.

Awards: Medals will be awarded to the overall male and female and the 1st place winner in each age group (men and women). Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female will receive an additional prize. Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.

Fluid Stations: We will provide bottled water at tables along the trail and at the finish of the race.

Course: Accurate 3.1 miles along the scenic Lansing River Trail. Click here to see the race route.

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

Get ready to lace up your sneakers, throw on some glitter, and race your heart out in honor of one of Lansing’s brightest lights!

Jodi's Sparkle Sprint isn’t your average run — it’s a joy-filled, costume-wearing, laughter-powered celebration of a woman who dedicated her life to making kids feel safe, seen, and special.

Whether you sprint, stroll, roll, or strut, you're invited to join this unforgettable day of movement, memories, and maximum sparkle.

👟 WHAT TO EXPECT:

Costumes welcome and encouraged! Dress up like your favorite camp counselor, childhood hero, animal, or walking disco ball. The sillier, the better. (Yes, we want to see a pack of glittery flamingos jog by.)

“Jodi Stations” along the course with bubbles, high-fives, impromptu dance-offs, and cheesy camp chants.

Finish line festivities including music, popsicles, goofy awards like “Most Spirited Sprinter” and “Sassiest Shuffle.”

🎉 WHY WE RUN:

We run to remember Jodi Ackerman — a mentor, friend, and force of joy who led with heart and made summer magic happen year after year.

All proceeds support training and recognition for the camp and after-school leaders who carry on her legacy — the young adults who make sure every child has a safe, fun, and empowering experience.

We're investing in the next generation of leaders — just like Jodi always did.

🏅 REGISTER NOW

Sparkle. Sprint. Remember. Celebrate.

Let’s keep her legacy moving — one joyful step at a time.

We are excited for the Third Annual Memorial Mile. Run or Walk for a fast time or just for fun! This will be a chipped time mile. Each participant receives a medal, and a short sleeve race shirt. The mile run and walk will both start together at 10am. We have awards for both so if you are in the walk be sure to walk the entire mile.

Schedule: 10:00 am Mile Run and Mile Walk

Entry Fee: $25 until May 17 (T-shirt guaranteed), $30 from May 18 to May 23 (no shirt guaranteed), $35 on race day (no shirt) Ages 18 and under the entry fee is $20, the discounted price is automatically applied during registration.

Friends & Family pricing: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $3 per person. Discount automatically applied during registration.

Awards for the Run and Walk: Top 3 male and female under 39 and top 3 male and female over 40

Results will be live and available at the race and also afterwards on this website.

Packet pickup will be on race day morning starting at 8:30 am am. at the track

Proceeds for the Race will go to track and field equipment for the Lansing Schools Thank you for joining with us!

This race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

Gather your friends, family, and fellow fitness enthusiasts for a memorable morning that blends philanthropy with a dash of exercise and a pinch of deliciousness. The annual bRUNch and Walk with League 5k fundraiser promises to be a joyful celebration of wellness, camaraderie, and giving back to the Lansing community. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying a delightful start to your day!

Sunday, June 7th, 2026. The race starts at 9am near Rotary Park/Lansing Shuffle, followed by brunch at The View.

Pricing: 5k run/walk with Brunch $45 until May 15th, $50 until June 4th. Virtual 5k run/walk $40. Brunch only $30 until May 15th, $35 until June 4th.

Registration will remain open until the capacity of 200 is reached.

Early Packet Pickup: Saturday June 6th from 10am to 2pm at Playmakers, 2299 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864

Race Day packet pickup will begin at 8:00 AM at the race start/finish area.

Awards: Overall award to Male, Female and Non-Binary. First place Male and Female in age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.

Virtual participants: Please run/walk anytime in the month of May and June. (You can pick up your t-shirt during packet pick-up). Please note virtual participants are not eligible for age group awards.

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Your results will be live after the race and available on this website!

Lace up your sneakers and hit the River Trail with Mayor Andy Schor! Join us at Potter Park on June 13 at 9 AM for a fun and scenic 5K run/walk along the river. Walkers and runners of all ages are welcome!. Every participant receives a t-shirt, medal and snacks at the end. There will also be fun stations along the way to break up the trail for the kids.

Registration for the competitive run i includes a Mayor's River Walk T-Shirt, finisher medal and Matching socks with prizes for the top three finishers in each age group.

Registration is free to walkers and includes Mayor's River Walk T-Shirt and finisher medal!

Early packet pickup: June 10th and 11th from 3-6pm at the Foster Center, room 109 (200 N Foster Ave, Lansing)

Race day packet pickup starting at 8:00 am at Potter Park.

Be sure to preregister! Registration for the 5k is online only. Walkers can register on site.

Proceeds and donations from this event go to support the Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails.

The competitive run will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race on this web site.

Sponsored in part by Jackson National Life

It's a Juneteenth Celebration!

Join the Lansing Area Track Club and "Run Tha City 517" for the fourth annual Lansing, Michigan Juneteenth 5k run/walk/roll! Register today to run/walk or roll (strollers and wheel chairs welcome) the race will start at Benjamin Davis Park 5500 Pleasant Grove Rd, Lansing, Mi.48911 and take you through the scenic route of Davis Park. You can create a team with friends, coworkers or family and complete 3.1 mile route together as a community. The largest team/group created will receive the first place trophy before the start of the race.

Pricing & T-shirt guarantee dates: $35 until March 31st (t-shirt guaranteed)

$40 from April 1st until June 5th (t-shirt guaranteed)

$45 June 6th to June 19th (t-shirt size not guaranteed)

$50 on race day (t-shirt not guaranteed)

Start Time: 8:30 am

Packet pick up: Packet pickup is June 18th @ Schmidt Community Center 5185 Wise road 12:00pm-5:00pm, but race day packet pick-up is June 19th starting at 7:00 am at Benjamin Davis Park 5500 Pleasant Grove rd. During your packet pickup you will receive your race t-shirt and your bib number.

Awards to the top finisher in age groups: 12 and under, 13-14, 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 and over

Proceeds & Donations from the race go to support our indoor practice facility that we currently planning to build. This will give a vital space that helps us fulfill our mission of developing athletes on and off the field. This facility allows year-round training in a safe, structured environment where hard work, discipline, and confidence are built every day. Your support ensures we can continue provide meaningful opportunities, removing barriers to growth, and creating a place where athletes can train, learn, and reach their full potential.

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

Lansing's premiere 10K & 5K event returns on Saturday, June 27th, 2026!

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Lansing River Trail as you complete this timed 10K! Join us to celebrate the great regional asset that is the Lansing region's trails on Saturday, June 27th! Proceeds will benefit Friends of the Lansing Regional Trails, in their work to promote a safe, clean, and thoughtfully-expanded trail system.

Pricing: 5k run/walk - $30 until 3/31, then $35 until 5/31, and then $40 until 6/27. 10k run - $35 until 3/31, then $40 until 5/31 and then $45 until 6/27. Family & Friends discount when registering 3 or more people at the save time, $5 savings applied during checkout.

Referral Rewards

Refer 3 friends, save $14! When you register to participate, you will receive a unique referral code. Share your referral code with friends, and when 3 of them sign up using your code, your registration get discounted.

Friends & Family Discount

Save $5 per registrant when 3 or more people sign up together! Discount applied automatically.

Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pickup will take place on Friday June 26 from 3pm to 7pm at WIELAND 4162 English Oak Dr, Lansing, MI 48911 and Saturday morning June 27 at the starting line beginning at 7:00 am.

Results & Awards

Results will be available after you cross the finish line and available on this page. Awards to overall male and female winner, overall male and female master (40+) and an overall male and female grand master (50+) for the 10K distance and the 5K distance. Medals to top three in age groups, 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and over

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