6 running events in Muskegon, Michigan
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Muskegon
6 events in Muskegon-
Sat, Dec 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Sign up for Run Muskegon group runs. Runs are at various locations and times throughout the year. Contact Run Muskegon for specific dates, times, and locations.
Strollers and wagons are allowed for the little ones. Due to our liability insurance dogs are not allowed.
Participants are encouraged to follow the running/walking route for each group run/walk.
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Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Run Muskegon’s Shamrock Shuffle 5K
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 9:00 AM
The Brewer's Lounge at Pigeon Hill
895 Fourth Street, Muskegon, MI 49440
Parking is available at the Mart Dock and in the City lot east of Pigeon Hill.
Registration
Registration is 100% online leading all the way up to the start of the race via RunSignup.com
Pricing includes a quarter zip pullover (adult sizes, S-2XL). Register by March 9th to receive a quarter zip.
January 1 - 4: SPECIAL 10% Off = $31.50
January 5 - March 12 is $35 per participant.
March 13 & 14 is $45 per participant.
Course Description:
Athletes will enjoy a flat course that includes quiet streets and the paved Lakeshore Trail. Strollers and wagons for the little ones are allowed but dogs are not allowed. See the Map My Run Link at the bottom of the page.
Awards:
Overall Male & Female
Overall Male & Female Masters 40-64
Overall Male & Female Grand Masters 65+
3 deep in each age group:
Male & Female Age Groups: Under 10, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Overall awards are based on gun time. Age group awards are based on chip time. Chip timing is provided by Runner’s Edge Race Timing.
Packet Pick-Up
Friday, March 13th at The Brewer's Lounge (Pigeon Hill) 5-7pm. (Address: 895 4th Street, Muskegon, MI 49440)
Saturday, March 14th at The Brewer's Lounge starting at 7:30 am until 8:45am. Race starts at 9:00am.
After The Race
Enjoy $1 off your first beer (event voucher required) and hang out at the Brewers Lounge and celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Stay downtown Muskegon and enjoy the Jaycee's St. Patrick's Day parade.
More Information:
Run Muskegon's email: [email protected]
Run Muskegon, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to encourage and help community members live a more active lifestyle. We give back to the community in many ways, including scholarships to Muskegon Community & Baker College. Supporting community events and partnering with other non-profits that support a healthy life style. Run Muskegon hosts weekly group runs which can be found on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/runmkg or by visiting www.runmkg.com
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Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Paczki 5K Dash Run/Walk
Packet Pickup: Day of the Race at Heritage Landing beginning at 7:30 am & Day before 4/24 @ Betten Chevrolet, 3-6 pm, 2474 Henry St, Muskegon, MI 49441, in the Cadillac Showroom.
Muskegon Polish Festival - the crew that brings pierogi, polka, and paczki joy every Labor Day - is launching its 1st Annual Paczki 5K Dash! The dash is chip timed by Runner's Edge Race Timing, follows Muskegon's beautiful Lakeshore Trail, measured by Ron Knoll, and enjoys the support of Muskegon Run Club.
EVERY finisher will receive a completion certificate in the form of a race Free entry to the Muskegon Polish Festival, a PACZKI, and refreshments.
Every step helps keep the Muskegon Polish Festival thriving and fuels its support of local nonprofits and community organizations. Runners aren't just chasing pastries-they're helping preserve Polish heritage ad giving back to Muskegon in a meaningful way.
*Please remember, registrations are final, and we won’t be able to offer refunds or transfers.
Please Note: No dogs allowed, No refunds or credit card charge backs.
Noah Project will be on site Saturday, collecting donations from their Wish List. Weather permitting, an Adoption Event will take place.
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Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Get ready to run (or walk!) the beautiful shores of Muskegon at the 2026 Trinity Health Seaway Run! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 27, 2026, and join us for a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, or a Community Walk. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or strolling with friends, there’s something for everyone.
Registration opens November 28, 2025 for all events. Trinity Health employees should register through our main site using the special discount code in the weekly colleague newsletter— no separate registration needed this year!
All race registrations include a race shirt, medal, post-race treat ticket, and snacks at the finish line.
Please remember, registrations are final, and we won’t be able to offer refunds or transfers. Visit seawayrun.com for all the details.
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Sat, Aug 22, 2026 at 9:45 AMSee full details
1st Annual Crusader Cross Country Classic
Location: Muskegon Catholic Central Monsignor Kehren Stadium
(Use entrances on Barclay St as the entrances on Laketon will be closed)
8:15 am – High School Boys
9:00 am – High School Girls
9:45 am – Alumni & Community Race
Alumni & Community Race:
Open to all. Registration is on RunSignUp
Entry Fee:
Registration is $25 until August 21 (price goes up to $30 on race day)
Race proceeds support the Cross Country and Track & Field programs at MCC.
Packet Pick up:
Starting at 7:15 am at the table inside the stadium
Awards:
TBD
Course: Crusader 5k Course Map
The Crusader 5k is our new course that starts and finishes on the old “cinder” track inside the stadium and goes around the school athletic fields and grounds. The course follows much of the same path as the old course (without the hairpin turn!), so it is still flat and fast and spectator friendly.
Restrooms:
There are plenty of restrooms available inside the stadium.
First Aid:
Athletic trainer is available near the finish line.
Timing:
Chip timing provided by Randy Johnson of MI Time Race Management LLC
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Sat, Sep 05, 2026 at 7:30 AMSee full details
Celebrate 20 Years of Vision, Community & Impact!
The 20th Annual Run for Sight 5K, presented by Shoreline Vision, will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2026. Join us at the stunning Pere Marquette Park along Lake Michigan for this milestone event benefiting the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ABVI)!
For more than a century, ABVI has helped individuals with low vision or blindness thrive in a sighted world. Each year, we serve nearly 1,000 children and adults from across Michigan - empowering independence, confidence, and community through vision rehabilitation and support services.
This year marks 20 years of Run for Sight, and we can’t wait to celebrate two decades of steps toward a brighter future. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation makes a difference!
PACKET PICKUP
Friday: 3–6 PM — Shoreline Vision (1266 E. Sherman Blvd)
Saturday: 7–8:15 AM — Parking lot between the Coast Guard Station and Margaret Drake Elliot Park
RACE START TIMES
8:28 AM – 5K Handcycle Start
8:30 AM – 5K Run/Walk Start
9:15 AM – 1K Deck Dash Kids Run
9:30 AM – Course Closes
10:00 AM (approx.) – Awards
The 5K Run is competitive, while the 5K Walk is family- and dog-friendly (dogs must remain leashed and cleaned up after).
ENTRY FEES
5K – Early Bird: $30
5K – After August 1, 2026: $35
1K Deck Dash Kids Run – $10 (includes T-shirt & medal!)
T-shirt orders close Friday, August 8. Registrations after this date are NOT guaranteed a shirt or preferred size. Limited extras available race day while supplies last.
PARKING UPDATE
The City of Muskegon has updated parking fees at Pere Marquette.
Daily passes (Fri–Sun): $20
Season pass (non-residents): $40
Payment kiosks accept cards and coins. Please display your printed pass on the driver’s side dashboard.
DONATIONS
Checks payable to “ABVI” or donate by credit card (Mastercard, Visa, Discover) on race day or by mail:
Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired
456 Cherry St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Learn more about ABVI’s life-changing impact at www.abvimichigan.org.
QUESTIONS?
Interested in volunteering or serving as (or requesting) a sighted guide?
Contact Ashley Koop at [email protected].
CANCELLATION POLICY
If severe weather occurs, we will delay the start if possible. If it’s unsafe to proceed or time runs short before road reopenings (9:30 AM), the event will be cancelled. Refunds are not offered—your registration will be considered a donation supporting ABVI’s mission.