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Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Ludington Park, Escanaba MI
Half · 5K
57–69°F · some rain risk
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2025
55–69°F
dry
2024
59–74°F
dry
2023
49–63°F
dry
2022
59–79°F
dry
2021
61–71°F
dry
2020
43–58°F
dry
2019
61–70°F
rain
2018
51–62°F
dry
2017
60–67°F
dry
2016
66–72°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Sep 19
Rain likely · 55–59°F
Saturday, Sep 19starts near 55°F · 69% chance of rain · wind up to 12 mph
About this race
Race Overview
- Event Name: Escanaba Fall Classic 5K Run/Walk
- Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
- Location: Ludington Park, Escanaba, MI
- Course: Fast/scenic, showcasing Escanaba in September
Participant Information
- Finishers: All Fall Classic 5K finishers will receive a shirt and medal
- Awards: Overall and age-group awards will be presented
- Fun Activities: A lot of fun planned for participants!
- Scenic Start/Finish: The race starts and finishes in beautiful Ludington Park
Important Event Update
- Canceled Event: The 2026 Escanaba Half Marathon has been canceled due to course safety concerns
- Decision: Difficult decision made after extensive discussions and careful evaluation
- Future Plans: Exploring a new course for 2027 to bring the event back stronger
- Participants' Safety: The current course could not provide the safe race experience participants deserve
Join Us!
- Run With Us: Come run with us and enjoy the food, music, and fun!
- Link: For more details, visit the official race page.
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