5th Annual Clarkston Family Farm 5k Chicken Run and 1mile Chicken Little Run

Event Overview

Please consider running, volunteering, donating or a sponsorship. I know we can do this! Dig it and come join the fun.

Race Details

• Date: 2026-10-18
• Location: 6800 Hubbard Road, Clarkston, MI
• Races: 5th Annual 5k Chicken Run/Walk and 1-mile Chicken Little Run
• Start Time: Check in starts at 8am, race starts at 9am sharp.

Race Participation

Come out for and have tons of fun at the Clarkston Family Farm. Both races will start at the same time and you are welcome to run/walk either race. When the 1k race ends you can continue on if you choose to do the 5k. Both races are for Kids and adults.

• Parking: Park at the elementary school.
• Top Racers: Will receive prizes in each age category.
• Chip Timed: Early registered racers will receive shirt and medal on race day.
• Late Registration: Will receive shirt and medal approximately 3-5 weeks after the race.

School Participation Incentives

• Top Participation: The school with the top % of participation (min 25 participants) will win a free family fun day for the school at the farm up to $500 value not including hayrides.
• Fundraising: The school with the most money raised from donations (min $500) will win an on-site hands-on learning adventure.
• Activities: May include farm animals, planting activity, nature craft, and more.
• Duration: 90-minute after school on-site dates January through March.

Post-Race Activities

• Food & Drinks: There will be food, drinks, shirts, and medals for the runners.
• Hog Jog: After the race, there will be a Hog Jog race with the farm pigs.
• Vendors: Vendor booths will be set up to enjoy and the farm market will be open.
• An Animal Experience: Lots of animals to see and you can take a walk through our gardens and hoop house.

Fundraising Purpose

Why a fundraiser? Our non-profit educational farm for kids is committed to safe and dignified access to our farm, garden, and learning spaces not for just some kids but for all kids of all ages and abilities. If you agree that all kids should be able to enjoy our farm, then please help us! How? Participate in The Chicken Run Race, donate to the race, sponsor the race, come watch and support the farm and the schools.

• Engagement: If you are associated with one of our schools, do not forget to assign your name to a school.
• Support Options: Participate, donate, or volunteer.
• Community Focus: Your involvement helps ensure access for all children.
• Registration: Please register before the deadline.

More Information

For additional details, visit the race page.