5K races near Frankenmuth

5K On The RUNway takes runners and walkers onto the runway at Bishop International Airport in Flint, Michigan, for a flat, fast 5K on a Saturday morning in early October. The main event includes separate run and walk starts, and children have their own Little Pilots Run before the 5K field begins. The airport setting influences the day's logistics: participants park at Genesee Career Institute, clear security with a bib or spectator pass, and take an MTA shuttle to the airport grounds. Spectators require free advance passes, late registration is not available, bags must be clear, and water is provided only at the finish. Following the race, shuttles return participants to cider, donuts, and post-race food at Genesee Career Institute. The event is hosted by the Crim Fitness Foundation, connecting local running with a charity-backed fitness organization.

The Clio Can Do Color Run is a 5K run/walk held at Clio Country Club in Clio, Michigan, beginning at 10:00 AM. This family-friendly event takes place on the golf course, featuring three color stations along the route. Participants can choose between a standard or economy entry. The course utilizes the Clio Country Club fairways, allowing participants to run or walk on the grass or cart paths. The route includes rolling hills and tree-lined sections, differing from a flat road 5K. This race marks the third and final event in the Clio Can Do Series of Races. Proceeds benefit the Clio Cross Country Team, the Youth Sports Complex, the Compassionate Life Foundation, and the Freedom 4 Veterans project. A health fair with sponsor donations is available at the finish area, and early registrants will receive a medal and race T-shirt.

The Dia De Los Muertos 5K in Saginaw, Michigan, takes place in November. The race name connects it to the Day of the Dead. The listing describes it as a straightforward 5K, intended for runners and walkers seeking a local autumn race. The public listing lacks a course map, elevation profile, participant numbers, or past results, and currently has no runner reviews. Raceentry indicates the date is an estimate and that race management may supply or change details. Those planning to attend should confirm current start details with the organizer.

The Veterans Honor Run begins at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Burton, Michigan, with an 11:11 a.m. start time, a nod to the veterans theme. This event concludes the Burton Race Series and includes an 11K run, 5K run, 5K walk, 5K ruck, and virtual 5K and 11K options. The route for the in-person race goes through Burton neighborhoods, giving it a local, community feel instead of a destination event. Its aim is to show appreciation for veterans and their families. It also provides Burton Race Series participants a final opportunity to complete the season and earn their BRS medal.

The Santa Run Presented by Al Serra Auto Plaza is an annual YMCA fun run and walk in downtown Flint, serving Greater Flint and Genesee County. It offers a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile run/walk, and a quarter-mile Reindeer Run. Child entry is available for runners and walkers age 12 or younger in the 1-mile and 5K events. The races are untimed, focusing on participation over results. The route runs through downtown Flint and the city’s Cultural Center. Every participant receives a five-piece Santa suit to wear during the event, along with a finisher medal, creating the race's signature crowd-of-Santas appearance. The event raises money for the YMCA of Greater Flint scholarship assistance program, helping local youth and families participate in YMCA programs. Free family activities are offered before the race, and organizers coordinate volunteers, sponsors, and social media contests.

The Dashing Through The Snow 5K Trail Run is a December 5K held in Saginaw, Michigan. As the name suggests, it's a short winter trail race, scheduled for a Saturday in mid-December. The published listing provides minimal information. A confirmed course map, elevation profile, field size, or race history are not available. Without posted reviews, this appears to be a small local event. Runners should verify the organizer's current details before making plans.

The Lucky Shamrock 5K Walk/Run takes place in March at Sugarbush Golf Club in Davison, Michigan. Participants can join in person or virtually. The in-person 5K is for runners and walkers, and it benefits Ireland's Dream, a 501c3 organization that supports children and families affected by cerebral palsy. Ireland's Dream aims to establish a therapy center providing advanced care, accessible to children regardless of financial or insurance limitations. The event accommodates various participants: competitive runners, recreational runners, walkers, families, and virtual runners completing their 5K on a personal course. All participants receive a finisher medal, age-group medals are awarded, and the first 20 finishers present at the event receive a prize.