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HINZ COULD FLY 5K

Past Event
Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Jackson, MI
East Jackson Community Schools

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2025

53–80°F

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2024

59–84°F

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2023

58–71°F

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2022

56–65°F

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2021

69–85°F

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2020

56–78°F

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2019

65–73°F

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2018

55–77°F

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2017

53–77°F

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2016

56–74°F

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About this race

Join Us for the 3rd Annual "Hinz Could Fly" 5K

Date: September 12, 2026

Race course will be Flat & Fast with a Finish on the EJ Track! Perfect for the Competitive Runners!

Proceeds Benefit

  • Charity: David Hinz Memorial Scholarship
  • Award: "Hinz Could Fly" Award

Hosting Venue

  • Location: East Jackson Community Schools
  • Address: 1566 N Sutton Road, Jackson, MI 49202

Registration

  • Start Time: 9:00am
  • Kid's Fun Run: 10:00am

Entry Fee

  • Special Pricing: $20 from 1/1 to 2/28
  • Until July 31st: $25 (Guaranteed T-shirt)
  • August 1st to 31st: $30 (Limited shirts availability)
  • September 1st to 11th: $35 (Limited shirts availability)
  • Race Day: $40 (No Shirt Guarantee)

Please Note

  • Shirts: Limited Quantity - Register Early!
  • Registration: Online Only

Race Day Packet Pick Up

  • Location: East Jackson Community School Auditorium
  • Address: 1566 N Sutton Rd, Jackson, MI 49202
  • Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
  • Time: 7:00am - 8:45am

Virtual Event Info

The Virtual Runs & Walk Event is for those who are either on vacation and still want to join, or for those who enjoy running and would like to choose their own venue. Either way, have a blast & thank you for joining us!

Volunteers Needed

  • Community Service: Hours Available!
  • Getting Involved: We're looking for volunteers for our 2026 Hinz Could Fly.

Race Course

Map Link Coming Soon!

Results & Awards

The race will be timed. Results will be available on this website.

  • Overall Awards: Presented to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), Masters (40+), and Grandmasters (50+) in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
  • Age Group Awards: Presented to the top 3 places in each age group.
  • 5k Run Age Groups: 0-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
  • 5k Walk Age Groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Thank You!

We appreciate your support! ❤️

For more details, visit HINZ COULD FLY 5K.

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