10th Annual Red Moon Trail Run presented by Bayne's Apple Valley

Event Overview

Dig Deep Race Events along with Bayne’s Apple Valley and Jolt Credit Union - and in collaboration with our friends at Runners Athletic Company, Runnin' Gear and Complete Runner - are inviting you to the 10th annual Red Moon Trail Run!

The Race

• Location: Midland City Forest in Midland, MI – same site as the popular Snow Moon Trail Run.
• Course: Runners will embark on a 5k, 10k or 25k race along wide trails marked by small LED lights as guides.
• Split Times: Runners completing multiple laps will have split times as they pass through the 5k finish arch.
• Photographs: Online participant photos will be available for download and sharing.

Charitable Contribution

This year, a portion of the proceeds from this race will be donated to the Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition in their mission to help service members, veterans and their families in the Great Lakes Bay region.

Event Details

Date: August 29, 2026

Event Start Times

Packet pickup will begin at 5PM on race day and will close at 9:00PM.

• DAYTIME 5K: 6PM
• NIGHT TIME 25K: 8:15PM (NEW START TIME!)
• NIGHT TIME 10K: 8:45PM
• NIGHT TIME 5K: 9:15PM

*Feedback indicated that starting the 10K and 25K events before the 5K helps the latter begin as close to nightfall as possible.

Location

Address: 2840 E Monroe Rd, Midland, MI 48640

Distances

• 5K: Run/Walk/Ruck
• 10K: Run/Ruck
• 25K: Run

Race Registration Prices

5K Run/Walk/Ruck - Day or Night (1 Lap) without shirt - $40

5K Run/Walk/Ruck - Day or Night (1 Lap) with shirt - $45

10K Run/Ruck (3 Laps) without shirt - $40

10K Run/Ruck (3 Laps) with shirt - $45

25K Run (5 Laps) without shirt - $45

25K Run (5 Laps) with shirt - $50

*NOTE: The option to register with a guaranteed shirt size will end on Sunday, August 23rd at midnight.

Packet Pickup and Late Registration

• When: Saturday, August 29 from 5:00PM - 9:00PM
• Where: In the field below the sled hill located at Midland City Forest’s Monroe Parking Lot

Course Description

The Red Moon Run will take place in Midland’s City Forest on flat, wide-track trails and mountain bike trails, with the night course marked by small LED lights to assist with navigation.

Amenities

• Finisher Medal: All participants will receive a 4” finisher medal.
• Race Photos: FREE online race photos.
• Custom Bib: Each runner receives a custom race bib.
• Refreshments: Cold adult beverages will be provided for participants over 21.

T-shirt Sizes

Cotton Blend T-shirt sizes available:

• Unisex Small
• Unisex Medium
• Unisex Large
• Unisex Extra Large
• Unisex 2XL
• Ladies Cut Small*
• Ladies Cut Medium*
• Ladies Cut Large*
• Ladies Cut Extra Large*

Awards

• Day Time Top 3 Overall Fastest 5k Male & Female.
• Night Time Top 3 Overall Fastest 5k Male & Female.
• Night Time Top 3 Overall Fastest 10k Male & Female.
• Top 3 Overall Fastest 25k Male & Female.

*All Awards will be determined based on GUN START times.

For more details about the race, please visit here.