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When
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Where
75250 North Avenue, Armada MI
Distances
5K
Typical weather
63–80°F · some rain risk
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2025
67–84°F
dry
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59–80°F
dry
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60–81°F
dry
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66–85°F
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2021
68–85°F
dry
2020
60–82°F
dry
2019
67–81°F
dry
2018
65–79°F
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55–80°F
dry
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57–80°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 8
Rain likely · 60–75°F
Saturday, Aug 8starts near 60°F · 16% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Event Details
- Date: August 8th, 2026
- Location: Armada Township Park
- Address: 75250 North Avenue, Armada, MI 48005
- Race Time: Start at 8:30 am, Registration at 7:00 am
Race Overview
- Purpose: To honor the memory of fallen Marine PFC Michael Giannattasio
- Finishers: All finishers receive an event t-shirt, finisher award, and post-race food
- Awards: Top overall male and female finishers, plus age group winners
- Raffle: Prize drawing, must be present to win
Beneficiary Information
- Proceeds: Support the IronMikeFoundation
- Mission: Fund educational programs and unique therapies for those with special needs
- More Info: Visit the foundation's website at https://ironmikefoundation.com/
Registration Information
- Race Day Registration: Available starting at 7 am
- T-shirt Guarantee: Register by July 31st to ensure a t-shirt
Additional Resources
- Race URL: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Armada/IronMike5KRunWalk?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB
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