When
Sunday, July 26th, 2026
Where
John F Kennedy Dr, Bay City MI
Distance
5K
Typical weather
65–82°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
68–80°F
rain
2024
58–78°F
dry
2023
68–87°F
rain
2022
61–80°F
dry
2021
66–89°F
dry
2020
71–93°F
dry
2019
64–85°F
dry
2018
66–79°F
dry
2017
64–80°F
rain
2016
65–86°F
dry
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About this race
🎉 Event Overview
- Event Name: Labadie Ribfest 5K Run/Walk
- Date: July 26, 2026
- Location: John F Kennedy Dr, Bay City, MI
- Link: Race Registration
🎊 Festival History
- Former Name: This festival was formerly known as The Pig Gig.
- Revival: After the previous promoter retired 11 years ago, we decided to bring it back in 2022.
🏃♂️ Race Details
- Participation: We are bringing the 5K run/walk back! Last year we had a great turnout for our 2nd year of bringing back the race after several people asking.
- Perks: Race participants will receive a day pass to enjoy the festival for the entire day (only valid Sunday, July 27, 2025).
🎖️ Prizes and Medals
- Entry Benefits: Entry to the race includes a t-shirt and a day pass to the festival on the day of the event.
- Concerts: There will be a concert that evening and local bands in the beverage tent.
- Medals: Medals will be given out to the top 2 in each age division for runners and top 2 overall in walkers.
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