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Club
MSU Triathlon Club (Michigan State University)
[email protected] (517) 618-1894
Multisport events nearby
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Distance: 4 km from East LansingSat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
Join us for the Heatwave Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K!
A sun-soaked summer challenge that’s perfect for the whole family.
The fun includes –
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Great Swag – designer shirt & custom medal
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Chip-timing with live results and awards
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Free photos
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FREE ice cream at the finish to help you cool off
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Plenty of hot fun in the summer sun!
Grab your friends and family—you won’t 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 is available: ages 12 & under are only $17!
Half Marathon/10K/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!
Kid’s Dash is a fun, untimed dash for ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specially crafted medal for our youngest runners! (If your child wants to run the kid’s dash without swag, they’re welcome to run free on race day!)
Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
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Distance: 6.2 km from East LansingSat, Jul 18, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Ele's Race 5K Saturday, July 18, 2026
Ele's Race is an annual 5K Run/Walk that directly benefits Ele's Place - Capital Region, a healing center for grieving children, teens and young adults. It's a fun-filled family event that helps to raise funds and awareness for Ele's Place. All Ele's Place bereavement support services are provided at no cost to families, for as long as they need, thanks to our generous community and participants in Ele's Race 5k.
5k Run/Walk - 8:00 am
Kids Dash - 9:10 am
Kids Mile - 9:20 am
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Distance: 5.1 km from East LansingSat, Jul 25, 2026 at 9:30 AMSee full details
Race Information
The race starts at 9:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.
5K & 10K Course (1.56M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6645711481
The course is an out-and-back (3.11M)
The 5K does the out-and-back one time.
The 10K does the out-and-back two times.
Half Marathon Course (1.64M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6028192444
The course is an out-and-back (2.275M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back four times.
Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Finisher Medals
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
Shirt and Gear Shop
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
Best Costume
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
Series Points
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
Awards
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
Frequently Asked Questions and Information
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US Road Running
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Distance: 6.8 km from East LansingSun, Jul 26, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join Playmakers for the Lake Lansing 10K on Sunday, July 26!
Runners and walkers of all levels will have the chance to take in stunning water views along a unique course that includes both road and trail sections. After crossing the finish line, participants will get exclusive access to Lake Lansing Park South, where they can enjoy summer treats, refreshing beverages, and fun activities for the entire family.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just out for a great time, come celebrate summer with us!
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Distance: 6.6 km from East LansingThu, Jul 30, 2026 at 6:00 PMSee full details
Twilight Mile Mania at Waverly High School
Join us for a fun filled evening for 1 mile races at the Waverly High School Track. Register for your pace group. This race is designed for all ages and abilities. We'll have a DJ, refreshments, photographer and much more!
Race Entry Fee: $20 for Adult. $10 for youth ages under age 14. Kids 200M and 400M for ages 10 and under FREE event.
Awards:
Playmakers gift cards for overall top 3 for male and female and top 3 male and female masters.
Awards will be given out on a rolling basis after each event.
Small giveaways for all children’s race participants (ribbons and temporary tattoos).
Race Schedule - Track opens at 5 pm - All races are 1 mile except where noted for the kids races. Same Day registration from 5-6 pm.
Packet pick up from 5-7:30 pm.
Kids Races:
Kids 200 M fun run: 6:00 pm
Kids 400 M fun run: 6:10 pm
Youth 10 and under: 6:20 pm
Youth 11 to 14: 6:35 pm
Women Races:
Women 9:00 pace and over: 6:50 pm
Women 6:00 pace to 9:00: 7:05 pm
Men's Races:
Men 5:00 pace to 9:00 and over: 7:20 pm
Men’s elite mile < 5:00 min pace: 7:35 pm
The event is put on by the Next Gen Distance Team! with proceeds going to Waverly students on the XC team and other local charities. Michigan Running Foundation will be on hand to provide timing and results.