Blueberry Dash 5K

Blueberry Dash 5K

Date: 2027-08-07

Location: Corner of Bellows Ave. and S. Shore E., Frankfort, MI

For more information, visit: Race Registration.

Hosted By

• Organization: Benzie Senior Resources
• Type: Nonprofit Organization

Registration Details

• Online Registration Fee: $40 (closes on Saturday, Aug. 7, 8:00 a.m.)
• Tee Shirts: Available for the first 300 who register.
• Packet Pick-Up: On site at the pavilion in Bellows Park from 6:45 - 8:00 a.m.
• Fees: Online registration processing fees are covered by the organization.

Race Course

• Start/End: Near the pavilion in Bellows Park.
• Timing: Professionally timed by Rotpac Racing of Detroit.
• Start Times: Timed participants start at 8:15 a.m.: non-timed participants can start anytime between 7 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
• Route: Out-and-back course along South Shore Drive E. with an enforced speed limit of 25 mph.

Participation Information

• Walkers: May walk any length of the course.
• Family Friendly: Strollers and mobility devices are welcome: children up to age 17 can accompany parents for free.
• Certificates: Age level certificates for men and women will be mailed to contestants.
• Monitoring: Law enforcement will monitor speed: a courtesy car will move continually through the race route.

Parking Information

• Location: Parking available at Bellows Park and along non-private property on nearby streets.
• Limitation: Parking is limited: ride-sharing is encouraged.
• Private Property: Please avoid parking with wheels encroaching on any private properties.

Post-Race Fellowship

• Gathering: Enjoy refreshments at the Bellows Park pavilion after the event.
• Support: All proceeds support Benzie Senior Resources in their mission.

Evening Event

• Location: The Cabbage Shed in Elberta.
• Time: Music by K. Jones and the Benzie Playboys from 7-9 p.m.
• Cover Charge: No cover charge, but donations for Benzie Senior Resources are appreciated.
• Updates: Watch for updates on the race page and the Blueberry Dash 5K Facebook page.