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17 walking events in Lansing, Michigan

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Blue Cross Winter Warm Up 5K Walk/Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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!

    5k Run Walk

    1601 E Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, Michigan, 48910, United States
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  • Hippity Hop 5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 6:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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.

    3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Virtual Walk

    1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, Michigan, 48912, United States
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  • Color Pop 5k Fun Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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.

    3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run Walk

    Lansing, Michigan, 48910, United States
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  • DoNot Stop Half Marathon (5k/10k)- Lansing [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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!

    1 Miles 3.1 Miles 5k 10k 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run Virtual Walk

    Lansing, Michigan, 48933, United States
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  • CCIEC's 14th Annual Run for Giving 5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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.

    3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk Wheelchair

    216 E Grand River Ave, Lansing, Michigan, 48906, United States
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  • Jodi's Sparkle Sprint [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    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,...

    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.

    1 Miles Run Sprint Walk

    201 East Shiawassee, Lansing, Michigan, 48933, United States
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  • The Memorial Mile [runsignup.com]

    Sun, May 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    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...

    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.

    1 Miles Run Walk

    3900 Stabler St, Lansing, Michigan, 48910, United States
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