Amway River Bank Run

Race Overview

The Amway River Bank Run, presented by Fifth Third Bank with Corewell Health as the Official Health Partner, is held every year in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan on the second Saturday of May.

Event Details

• Date: May 9, 2026
• Location: Ottawa Avenue and Lyon Street (Start Line), Grand Rapids, MI
• Celebration: 49 years of the race
• Races Offered: 25K Road Race, USA 25 km Open Championships, 25K Handcycle, 25K Wheelchair, 10K Run, 5K Run, 5K Community Walk

Virtual Events

In addition to our in-person events, we offer virtual events that give individuals an opportunity to participate by completing the distance of their choice (25K, 10K, 5K, or 5K walk) on the course of their choice and any day that works between May 1 and May 31.

• Flexibility: Extended finishing times available for virtual events
• Convenience: Complete the distance on any day that works for you
• Swag: Participants receive high-quality race shirts, premium medals, and a virtual race bib

History of the Event

In 1978, just over 1,000 runners took to the streets on the second Saturday of May for the first annual Old Kent River Bank Run. In 2001, Old Kent Bank merged with Fifth Third Bank, and the event was renamed to showcase its new owner.

• Transition: Race ownership changed in 2018 to Riverbank Events and Media
• Community Support: Collaboration with partners like Amway, Fifth Third Bank, and Corewell Health
• Name Change: The race became known as the Amway River Bank Run in 2019

Conclusion

The Amway River Bank Run is proud to be celebrating 49 years in 2026 and we hope to see you at the Start Line!

More Information

For more details, please visit the official race page: Amway River Bank Run.