Irish Jig 5K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

For more than 40 years, the Irish Jig has marked the start of Michigan’s racing season. But 2026 isn’t just another starting line. It’s a turning point. On March 14, we’re not running for tradition. We’re running against a brutal truth: 1 in 2 people will face cancer in their lifetime. That’s not a statistic we’re willing to accept. This year, the Irish Jig becomes more than a race. It’s a stand. A statement. A surge of runners moving as one. Every stride fuels cancer research and care through Corewell Health and Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. Every step brings hope closer to home. This is not just a 5K. This is a rally for fighters, a reckoning with cancer, a reason to believe in something bigger. Join us. Bring your people. Fill the streets. Run. Walk. Cheer. Because we':re taking the Jig WellBeyond anything it':s been before.

👶 Kids Gold Ribbon Run

• Date & Time: March 14 at 9:30 AM
• Location: East Grand Rapids Track
• Registration: Free to register, optional $25 commemorative shirt
• Format: Kids will be broken into age groups and complete one lap on the track.

💻 Jig Virtual Participation

• When: Week of March 9
• Format: Participate from anywhere that works for you
• Shirt Delivery: Your shirt will be mailed out to you on race weekend
• Registration Deadline: Closes on March 7th

📍 Race Location

The Irish Jig 5K will take place at 2211 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI.

🔗 More Information

Visit the official race page for details: Irish Jig 5K Race.