Comet 5k run/walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

• Date: July 25th, 2026
• Location: Beagle Middle School, Grand Ledge, MI
• Supporting: Grand Ledge Comet Marching Band
• Family Friendly: All ages and abilities are welcome!

🚗 Parking Information

• Location: Beagle Middle School, 600 W. South Street
• Directions: Turn at Jenne Street to South Street and pull into the Beagle parking lot.
• Note: The street (Lohne Drive) at the roundabout will not be open.

💰 Registration Fees

• Standard Fees: $35 through July 12th: $40 from July 13th to 24th: $45 Race day.
• Free Option: Run for FREE - details HERE.
• Students: Ages 18 and under only $25.
• Family Pricing: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $3 per person.

🏅 Awards

• Overall Awards: Overall Male and Female Awards - Gift Certificates
• Age Group Awards: Medals for various age groups.
• Age Groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+

👕 Race Swag

• Participant Gifts: All participants who register by July 12th will receive a t-shirt.
• Availability: T-shirts available after that date as supplies last.

📅 Packet Pickup

• Early Pickup: TBD at Grand Ledge Track Complex, 1121 Lohne Dr, Grand Ledge, MI 48837.
• Race Day Pickup: Morning of the race starting at 7:30 am.

📏 Course Details

• Start/Finish: The 5k run/walk starts and finishes at Grand Ledge High School track.

📊 Results

• Availability: Results available live and on this page after the race.

💖 Proceeds

• Support: All proceeds from the event will support the Grand Ledge Marching Band.

🌐 Virtual Event

• Option: If you are unable to participate in person, sign up for the virtual event.
• T-shirt Inclusion: T-shirts are included with registration by July 12th.
• Cost: $40: includes shipping.
• No Awards: No awards for the virtual event, but you can enter your results online.

⏱ Timing

• Timing: The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

🔗 For More Information

• Race Link: Comet 5k run/walk