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Hull Park 660 Hannah Ave, Traverse City MI

Saturday, June 20th, 2026

Event Overview

TART Trails and Up North Pride are hosting the annual Rainbow Run, a color fun run and fundraiser around the Boardman Lake Loop Trail. On June 20, 2026, the event will celebrate the trail systems and the Northern Michigan 2SLGBTQ+ Community during Pride Month. Participants and spectators will be invited to Hull Park to enjoy music and refreshments before and after the run.

Race Details

Date: June 20, 2026
Location: Hull Park, Boardman Lake Loop Trail
Duration: Event starts at 8:00 am and ends at 12:00 pm
Route: Counterclockwise around the 4-mile Boardman Lake Loop Trail

Schedule

Packet Pick-Up: Friday, June 19, 2026 - Fleet Feet, downtown Traverse City, 4:00-7:00 pm
Race Check-In: Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Hull Park, 8:00 am
Race Start: Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 9:00 am
Event Ends: 12:00 pm

Location

Address: Hull Park, 660 Hannah Ave, Traverse City, Michigan 49686
Route: Counterclockwise around the 4-mile Boardman Lake Loop Trail
Facilities: Water and bathrooms available at Hull Park and Medalie Park
Color Stations: Five distinct color stations offering water along the route

Participation Waves

Participants will identify themselves as runners or walkers at check-in and will be assigned a wave. There will be 8 waves that start 2 minutes apart, limited to 50 participants each, to ensure a smooth experience along the route.

Beneficiaries

Proceeds will be split between Up North Pride and TART Trails.

Registration Costs

Pre-Registration: $25 Student (17 and under), $30 Adult (18+)
Registration Deadline: Must register by May 30th to guarantee a t-shirt & early bird pricing
May 31st Price Increase: $30 Student (17 and under), $35 Adult (18+)

Parking & Bathrooms

Parking Availability: Across the street from Traverse Area District Library and at 625 Woodmere Ave.
Restroom Facilities: Available in Hull Park, library (opens 9 am), and Medalie Park
Safety: Use crosswalks and observe parking regulations
Accessibility: Limited pull-in parking available along the railroad tracks

Packet Pick-Up

Join us for packet pick up at Fleet Feet on Friday, June 19 between 4 to 7 pm. Grab your t-shirt, wave assignment, and enjoy the evening with a raffle and swag creation opportunity! Check-in and packet pick up will also be available Saturday morning at Hull Park beginning at 8 am.

Training Programs

Are you new to running? There are excellent training groups and fun run/walks offered by our local sponsors and community partners:

Fleet Feet: More info here
Traverse City Track Club: More info here

Volunteer Information

Volunteers are the heart of Up North Pride and TART Trails. Volunteer sign up is coming soon!

Inclement Weather Policy

In the event of inclement weather (thunder, lightning, threatening rain), the Rainbow Run may be postponed or canceled. Please check your email on the morning of the event for updates. TART Trails and Up North Pride will also post updates to social media channels if needed. In the event of cancellation or postponement, your registration fee will be considered a tax-deductible donation to TART Trails and Up North Pride.