Where Kids and Families Can Find Some Friendly Running Competition
If your goals this year include getting your kids active or finding activities your family can enjoy together, you need to pick a race from this list!
Kids races get your kids–and often times the whole family–out and active. Plus, kids races are anything but boring. With kid-friendly activities (what kid doesn’t want to race in their Halloween costume?) and special race-day treats (homemade cookies and chocolate milk, anyone?), participation is a win for everyone.
Do you know of a race not on our list? Submit it to our calendar here.
This list is constantly updated so check back regularly for the latest events happening near you.
Race in Augusta, MI
Kids ROAR - A Rogue Obstacle Adventure Race at Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center
Kids ROAR is a Rogue, Obstacle Adventure Race featuring mud, water, monkey pits and more! $20 kids/$10 adults
Race in Hudsonville, MI
HayDay 5K at Love In the Name of Christ
The fifth annual HayDay 5k! Kids 6 and under are FREE, 7-12 are $10 to register.
Race in Newaygo, MI
Run for Camp 5K Trail Run & Walk at Camp Henry
Run for Camp 5K at Camp Henry. Benefiting the Scholarship Program
Race in Kentwood, MI
Kentwood Glow in the Park at Pinewood Park
A variety of glow-themed activities including light up playground games and crafts, music, food and a .3-1.0 Mile Fun Run/Walk.
Race in Walker, MI
Healthy Kids Running Series at Johnson Park
Inclusive five week running series for ages 2-14. Single day $10, or 5 week series for $35.
Race in Newaygo, MI
Trick-or-Trot 5K at Camp Newaygo
Scenic walk/run 5K, race shirt, canine runners welcome, costumes encouraged!
A virtual run/walk 5k. Working towards ending homelessness in young adults exiting foster care.
Race in Caledonia, MI
Halloween Hustle 5K at Caledonia Community Green
Join us for our first Halloween Hustle 5K and Fun Run! Costumes are encouraged.
Race in Belmont, MI
Zombie 5K Trail Race at Cannonsburg
Take a run on the creepy side through the woods at Cannonsburg Ski Area. Magic Mile kids race at 3pm, Zombie 5K trail run at 5pm.
Race in Belmont, MI
Kids Magical Mile at Cannonsburg Ski Area
Enjoy a fun and "spooky" mile run. Finishers Award. Costumes are highly encouraged.
Race in Lowell, MI
The Turkey Trot at Wittenbach Wege Center
Turkey Trot is a family fun 5k trail run/walk to support the Lowell YMCA!
Race in Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Comic Con 5K and Fun Run at Riverside Park
All ages are invited to dress up and channel their inner superhero or supervillain.
Race in Grand Rapids, MI
29th Annual Grand Rapids Turkey Trot 5k at Van Andel Arena Plaza
The 29th Annual Grand Rapids Turkey Trot benefiting GRPS Athletics.
Run for a Cause is great! They have kids activities after and ice cream. Wish I could make it this year.
Milan’s Miracle has a kids’ superhero fun run after the 3/5/8k run/walks on 6/28!
Tony L Jones