Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Join us for the 8th Annual Michigan Monster Dash, returning to the scenic Kensington Metro Park! Runners will enjoy breathtaking views, a mostly flat course, and the peaceful beauty of Kensington’s wooded surroundings. The Start/Finish line is set at picturesque Maple Beach, with the race winding along the shores of stunning Kent Lake. Can’t make it to the park? No problem! All race distances are also available virtually. Simply choose your distance and complete it on your own schedule—whether that’s in your neighborhood, on a treadmill, at a local park, or wherever you feel most comfortable. We can’t wait to welcome you to this fun, family-friendly Halloween tradition! 🎃👟  More info at www.MichiganMonsterDash.com The Michigan Monster Dash has partnered with Make-A-Wish Michigan.  Please donate by CLICKING HERE.

Come for the race, stay for the parade! Saturday, November 29th, 20241-mile starts at 8:00am4-mile starts at 8:30am (must be off the course by 9:45am for the parade)Double (you can run both events!) Run/walk the 1 mile, the 4 mile, or both races with the double! The 4 mile course will wind out through downtown Milford, onto the beautiful Milford Trail and finish back on Main Street. Both the races start and finish on Main Street at the corner of Commerce road in downtown Milford as hundreds of spectators await the Annual Holiday Parade. The parade after the race will feature dozens of floats, bands, and of course, Santa Claus! All participants will receive a custom race hoodie and a finisher medal.  Bonus: Sign up 4 or more people at once and save $5 per person on the registration - applied automatically at checkout.

Join us for the annual Turkey Trails 5k/10k! A fun, Thanksgiving-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes - Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag! *Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17! Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 5k/10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal! The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!) *Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt! **Participants pay on their own to get into the park- $10 unless they have a annual pass

Event Date - Nov 28th 5k - 10am 1 mile - 10am - Will begin after the 5k kicks off The course is an out and back starting at the West Boat Launch with a turnaround point at the Baywood Parking Lot. The event will be chip timed by Rotpac Racing.

5K run/walk on Saturday, December 6th at 9 AM at Kensington Metropark.  Support Milford Rotary Club as they raise funds to support the community.  The course will feature a scenic paved course that will begin at the West Boat Launch at Kensington Metropark, head up to Baywood, turn around and finish at West Boat Launch.  Event will be chip timedTech Race Shirts for all participantsUnique finisher medalsPrizes/Awards for top finishers

Welcome to the 20th MCMBA Milford Bike Fest and Trail Challenge!   ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN! $25    Join us for a day of exploring by bikes around Milford's well-connected trail system!  Milford is an official Pure Michigan Trail Town and we are here to celebrate and showcase all that is offered. Five singletrack mountain bike trails and several paved pathways are fully accessible from Downtown Milford. Create your own adventure with fellow riders or join a group ride across this vast trail system.  After riding, join us on the patio of Main Street Grill for a drink then grab a bite from one of the local eateries. Tailor your ride from family-friendly paved rides, guided epic shreds, or take it all in with your own curated adventure. THIS IS NOT A RACE. This your chance to explore, expand your community, and find new favorite places. Visit the links on the left to learn more about the connected trail system and how to prepare for the event.  Looking to conquer a new challenge?