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Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Conrad Hall, East Lansing MI
5K
57–76°F · some rain risk
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2025
59–77°F
dry
2024
62–83°F
dry
2023
48–64°F
dry
2022
50–72°F
dry
2021
61–74°F
dry
2020
59–72°F
rain
2019
62–82°F
rain
2018
57–77°F
dry
2017
56–74°F
dry
2016
61–81°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 13
Rain likely · 61–83°F
Sunday, Sep 13starts near 61°F · 18% chance of rain · wind up to 18 mph
About this race
Big Babies 5K Race Overview
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.
Race Details
- Date: Sunday, September 13th, 2026
- Location: Conrad Hall, East Lansing, MI
- Registration Link: Big Babies 5K
Pricing Information
- Standard Fee: $30 until August 28th, then $35 until September 12th
- MSU Students: $25 until August 28th, then $30 until September 12th
- Onsite Registration: $40 for all participants (no MSU discount)
- Family Pricing: $80 for 4 people signing up at the same time, valid until August 28th, then $100
Kid Pricing
- Ages 12 and Under: $25 until August 28th, then $30
- T-shirts: Guaranteed with entry by end of day 8/28, supplies available after that date as they last.
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 11th
- Location: Large Animal Clinic Office, Bogue St entrance
- Time: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM (not available after 4:30 PM)
- Race Day Pickup: Morning from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM at the start area of the race at Conrad.
Other Information
Course Map & Parking information listed in the tabs across the top of the page. The race will be chipped timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be available live during the race and online at this website.
Course map
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