Battle Creek Patriot Run

The Battle Creek Air National Guard Base is excited to announce its 5th annual Battle Creek Patriot Run ! The event will be held on Sunday, October 11th and is open to the public.  Events will include a 5k run/walk, a 10k run and new in 2026 a handcycle/wheel chair category. This is a family friendly event and all abilities are welcome to participate.  We also encourage families and groups to sign up (discounted pricing available). 

There is a BIG change this year; our race has moved to the Fort Custer Training Center (not the National Park). All runners please use the main gate on Denso Road; there is a map and address included on this website. Please see the course map and parking sections below for full details. Since we are hosting the race at a military installation; please know that you and your vehicles are subject to search. 

Price: 5k run/walk and Handcycle/Wheelchair  is $30 until 8/31, then $35. 10k run is $40 until 08/31 then $45,  Families and groups of 3 or more people registering at the same time will receive $5 off per person. 

All registration must be done online. There is no race day registration. 

Swag: All participants will receive a t-shirt guaranteed with thru 9/27. After 9/27 shirts are available as supplies last.  In addition all participants will receive a finishers medal.

Schedule: Both races will begin at 8:00 am

Proceeds go to the 110th Wing Family Readiness Office to support struggling military families during the holiday season.