Big Babies 5K

🐾 Big Babies 5K Run/Walk

The Big Babies 5K run/walk provides financial support for medical expenses for caring for young large animals (foals, crias, calves, kids, etc.) that require treatment at MSU’s Veterinary Medical Center. Medical expenses for newborn animals are generally unanticipated and can be substantial. The Big Babies Fund will be used to cover part of the medical expenses for clients in need. Funds are also used to support the training needs of students and residents who will become veterinarians and specialists who can help "Big Babies."

Dogs are welcome to walk with their owners in this event. We ask that you start at the back of the group and that dogs are leashed.

💰 Pricing

• Standard Fee: $30 until September 3rd, then $35 until September 13th.
• MSU Students: $25 entry fee until September 3rd, then $30 until September 13th.
• Onsite Registration: $40 for all participants (no MSU discount).
• Family Pricing: $80 for 4 people signing up at the same time, valid until September 3rd, then $100.

👶 Kid Pricing

• Ages 12 and under: $25 until September 3rd, then $30.
• T-shirts: Guaranteed with entry by 8/29, shirts available as they last after that date.

🏅 Awards

Medals for overall male and female, plus medals for first and second place finishers in the following age groups (male and female): 10 and under, 11-15, 16-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71 and over.

📦 Packet Pickup

• Date: Friday, September 12 at Large Animal Clinic Office, Bogue St entrance, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm (not available after 4:30 pm).
• Race Day: Pickup available from 8 to 8:45 am at the start area of the race at Conrad.

🗺️ Course Information

Course Map & Parking information listed in the tabs across the top of the page. The race will be chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be available live during the race and online at this website.

📅 Event Details

Race Date: Sunday, September 14th, 2025

Location: Conrad Hall, East Lansing, MI

More Information: Click here for details.