Run The River

Run The River

Date: July 31, 2026

Location: Ashman Street, Downtown Midland, MIDLAND, MI

Event Overview

• Experience: More than a race – Run the River is a full evening of fun, right in the heart of the Midland River Days Festival!
• Activities: Join us July 31 for an exciting race followed by awesome River Days activities like live music, delicious local food, hot air balloons and much more.
• Special Offer: RUN FOR THE PINT at Run the River: powered by Preferred Chiropractic of Midland!
• Incentives: Run and walk participants receive a stein &: complimentary drink ticket for the Rotary Tent, courtesy of Fabiano Brothers and Midland Brewing Company.

Packet Pick-Up

• Date: Friday, July 31
• Time: From 5-6:35 PM
• Registration Deadline: Day of registration closes promptly at 6:15 PM.
• Weather: Race held rain or shine!

Race Waves Schedule

• 1 Mile Run: Starts at 6:40 PM
• 5K Run: Starts at 7:00 PM MALE WAVE / 7:05 PM FEMALE WAVE
• 5K Walk: Starts at 7:10 PM ALL

Additional Information

• Challenge: RTR is the second race in the Midland Triple Challenge.
• Registration: Register for the Triple 5K or Triple 1 Mile Challenge: Dow RunWalk, Run the River and Loons Pennant Race + cool swag with one registration!
• Pricing: Register early for lowest rate! Increases occur on April 16, July 1, and July 30.
• Policy: Fees are Non-Refundable / Non-Transferrable.

Registration Links

Registration at: https://bit.ly/3RCR1oj

More Information

Visit https://greatermidland.org/races or the Greater Midland Races Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/greatermidlandraces for more information.