4 running, walking, cycling, and other events in Manistee, Michigan
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, walking, cycling, fat bike, and mountain biking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
Manistee
4 events in Manistee-
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM
A recreational 5k run/walk in Manistee Michigan to benefit Tight Lines For Troops. Event hosted by Manistee Run Club on April 25th 2026.
The course is an out and back, starting by the First Street Beach Lions Pavilion, heading up Cherry Street, to the end of 12th Street and back.
No t-shirt, no medals, just community support for a community event!
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Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Welcome to 21st edition of The Lumberjack 100!!
Race day is Saturday June 20th, 2026
Registration opens Saturday December 27th, 2025 at 9 AM EST
The 2026 race is capped at 500 racers and sells out FAST! (less than 5 minutes!)
Transfers, start wave and race category changes close Friday May 29th, 2026 at 5PM EST
We will have 3 starting waves. During the registration process, you will self-seed and select your wave based on your expected finishing time;
Wave #1 = under 8 hours, Wave #2 = 8 - 10 Hours & Wave #3 = 10+ hours
*your official start time will be when you cross the start mat.
Visit our website for all the details of the event. As we get close to race week, we'll send racers an email with all of the event details; packet pick up, team and support area tent set up, parking, race start, course marking, awards, post race meals...
Included with your registration:
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Free Post-race meal
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2 Free Post-race beer / soda / water tickets
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Start/Finish and Half-way stocked aid stations
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Custom Lumberjack 100 swag item
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Lumberjack 100 Finisher patch
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Lumberjack 100 personalized number plate
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Your $5 National Forest Service 1-day parking pass is included with your race registration.
Merchandise:
Any merchandise pre-ordered on BikeReg will be available for pick up at the event during race week. We will also have limited quantities and sizes of LJ100 merchandise available for day-of purchase at packet pick up and during the race.
Awards:
Awards will take place on site as top finishers in each class complete the race.
Over $7,000 in awards cash and prizes!!!
Men Open 1st Place – $500 plus Axe Trophy, and a free entry to the following year
Men Open 2nd Place – $400 plus custom medal
Men Open 3rd Place – $300 plus custom medal
Men Open 4th Place – $200 plus custom medal
Men Open 5th Place - $100 plus custom medal
6th thru 10th Place – prizes plus medals
Women Open 1st Place – $500 plus Axe Trophy, and a free entry to the following year
Women Open 2nd Place – $400 plus custom medal
Women Open 3rd Place – $300 plus custom medal
Women Open 4th Place – $200 plus custom medal
Women Open 5th Place - $100 plus custom medal
6th thru 10th Place – prizes plus custom medals
Single speed (men & women, 5 racers required for separate class and payouts)
1st place - $250 plus Axe Trophy
2nd place - $150 plus custom medal
3rd place - $75 plus custom medal
4th & 5th place - prizes plus custom medals
Masters (50+) (men & women, 10 racers required for separate class and payouts)
1st Place $250 plus Axe Trophy
2nd place $150 plus custom medal
3rd place $75 plus custom medal
4th and 5th place- prizes plus custom medals
Fat Bikers (men & women combined, 10 racers required for separate class and payouts)
1st Place $250 plus Axe Trophy
2nd place $150 plus custom medal
3rd place $75 plus custom medal
4th and 5th place- prizes plus custom medals
Fastest Tandem (5 required for separate class) – 2 Championship Axe Trophies
All finishers – Lumberjack 100 patch
No refunds or deferrals of any kind allowed. Transfers will be allowed until Friday May 29th, 2026 at 5 pm EST
Packet Pick-Up will take place Friday June 19th from 12:00pm-8:00pm and Saturday June 20 from 5:30am-6:30am at the Big-M Ski Area Lodge.
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Sat, Jul 25, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Run the Pier Running Festival is a premier annual race experience set along the beautiful Manistee lakeshore, showcasing some of the most iconic scenery Northern Michigan has to offer.
Participants will run out onto Manistee’s historic North Pier, circling the legendary lighthouse before heading back along the shoreline in one of four race options: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Full Marathon. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply taking in the views, this is a course you won’t forget.
This year’s festival features 600 total finisher awards—so run strong and earn yours. Every registered athlete will receive an Official Run the Pier Running Festival T-shirt, along with additional swag items (to be announced).
The Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K courses wind along scenic Lakeshore Drive, delivering sweeping Lake Michigan views, fresh air, and a true Northern Michigan running experience. All routes will be published on our website and shared through participant newsletters once finalized—thank you for your patience as we finalize details.
Run the Pier continues to grow each year, welcoming 600+ athletes from out of town, bringing energy and excitement to Manistee each summer.
📅 Saturday, July 25th
🍳 Food trucks on-site with breakfast and lunch options for athletes, families, and spectators.
Run the pier. Circle the lighthouse. Finish with the lake at your side.