Race for the Crown

Race for the Crown

Date and Location

• Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026
• Location: Michigan Renaissance Festival
• Address: 12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI
• Race Start: 7:45 AM

Race Overview

• Theme: Kick off your Michigan Renaissance Festival weekend with a race fit for royalty!
• Participation: Invites runners and walkers of all levels
• Distance: Features a 5K or 1-Mile Medieval Mile
• Experience: A unique experience through the iconic grounds of the RenFest

Event Highlights

• Atmosphere: Starts and finishes in Holly Grove Village, full of RenFest energy
• Timing: Chip-timed race with live results
• Magic: Enjoy a festive run before the gates open to the public
• Race Experience: Delivers pure RenFest magic from start to finish

Registration Includes

• Race Features: Chip-timed race with live results
• Event Shirt: Custom Dri-Fit event shirt
• Festival Ticket: Michigan Renaissance Festival ticket ($28 value)
• Parking: FREE parking ($15 value)

Awards and Refreshments

• Finisher Medal: Custom finisher medal
• Awards: Overall & Age Group awards
• Race Photos: FREE professional race photos
• Post-Race: Refreshments to refuel like a champion!

Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Saturday, August 29th, 2026
• Location: Complete Runner – Grand Blanc
• Address: 11303 S Saginaw St, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
• Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Race Day Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Sunday, August 30th, 2026
• Location: Michigan Renaissance Festival – Front Gate
• Address: 12600 Dixie Hwy, Holly, MI
• Time: 6:00 AM – 7:45 AM

Race Start Times

• 5K Race: 7:45 AM
• Medieval Mile: 7:50 AM

Additional Information

• Learn more: Race for the Crown