Traffic Jam'in 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Family Fun Run

Event Overview

• Event Name: Traffic Jam'in 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Family Fun Run
• Date: July 10, 2026
• Location: Grass Lake Community Events Park, Grass Lake, MI
• More Info: Event Link

Race Description

• Start Times: 5K Run and Walk at 7:30 PM, Mile Run at 7 PM
• Course: Flat, scenic 5k run and 5k walk around the lake and neighborhood
• Finish Area: Community Events Park Pavilion with live music
• Refreshments: Water station at the halfway mark, refreshments and award ceremony following the 5K

Pricing

• 5K Event: $20 (New Year pricing from 1/1 to 1/15), $25 until 5/10, $30 from 5/11 to 7/05, $35 from 7/06 to 7/10
• 1 Mile Family Fun Run: $5
• Shirt Guarantee: Guaranteed to registrations received by 6/19, available while supplies last
• Complimentary Beverages: Provided for all 5K finishers

Awards

• Overall Awards: Top male and female finishers in Open, Masters, and Senior Masters categories
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 places in each age group made by local artisans
• 5K Run Age Groups: 0-12, 13-14, 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, 80-84, 85+
• 5K Walk Age Groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Post-Race Treats

• Treats: Local homemade treats will be provided after the races
• Popularity: Cookies were a huge hit last year!
• Themed Merchandise: Tech style t-shirts available in Men and Women sizes
• Registration Deadline: T-shirts available while supplies last after 6/19

Packet Pickup Information

• Early Pickup: Thursday, July 9th from 4-8 PM at the Village of Grass Lake offices
• Race Day Pickup: Friday, July 10th from 5 to 6:30 PM at the starting area
• Registration Reminder: Pre-register for the race: no on-site registration on race day
• Online Registration: Available until 6:30 PM on Friday, July 10th

Team Discounts

• Team Formation: Form a team of 4 or more to receive a $5 per person discount
• Refunds: Members 1-3 receive a $5 refund once member 4 joins
• Discount Application: Team discounts apply after New Year pricing ends
• Team Participation: Join in the fun!

Parking Information

• General Parking: Available at multiple locations including Michigan Ave. downtown
• Special Parking: Provided by Title Sponsor - The Lost Railway Museum
• Designated Lots: Include local churches, county park, and other lots
• Participant Note: Make use of the parking across from the Lost Railway Museum

Event Policy

• Pets: No dogs permitted at this event, service dogs excluded
• Safety Reminder: This policy is for the safety of all participants
• Timing: The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation
• Results: Live results during the race and posted on the event site