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Traffic Jam'in 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 1 Mile Family Fun Run 1 Mile Family Fun Run
July 12, 2024
Grass Lake, MI, 49240, US
Join us as we kick off the Traffic Jam'in Festival with a flat, scenic 5k run and 5k walk around the lake and nearby neighborhood. Finish strong in front of our community Events Park Pavilion while listening to live music! Water station at the 1/2 way mark and refreshments and award ceremony following the 5K. Music on the course!
Start time for the 5k Run and 5k Walk is 7:30 pm
Mile Start time is 7 pm
Pricing: 5k run, 5k walk and Virtual 5k: $25 until 5/12, then $30 from 5/13 to 7/07. $35 7/08 to 7/12. 1 mile family fun run: $5
Medals and complimentary beverage for all 5K finishers. (image of medal below)
Overall Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers of Open (all ages), and Masters (40+), in the 5k Run, and 5k Walk.
Age Groups Awards to the top 3 places in each age group: Awards will be made by local artisans from the Grass Lake area.
5k Run age groups: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69. 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+
5k Walk age groups: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Back by popular demand, local homemade treats after the races! These cookies were a HUGE hit last year and we are SO excited to have them back again this year. YUM!
Tech style t-shirts again this year in both Men and Women sizes! Shirts guaranteed to registrations received by 6/24/24. Shirts available as supplies last after that date.
Packet Pickup information:
Wednesday, July 10th: 4:00 pm to 8:00 PM at the Grass Lake Farmers Market at the Grass Lake Events Park Pavilion. 120 Brown St.
Race day Friday, July 12th: From 5 to 6:30 pm at the starting area of the race.
Be sure to pre-register for the race! There is no on site race day registration. On-line registration will remain open until 6:30 pm on Friday July 12th.
Team Discount: Form a Team of 4 or more and receive a $5 per person team discount. Team members 1-3 will receive a $5 refund once member 4 joins. Member 4+ will automatically pay $5 less. Join in the fun!
Race day parking: Festival guests can park in the following locations:
Michigan Ave. downtown Grass Lake
Village Parking Lot between Drake St. and S. Lake St.
Grass Lake County Park
1st Methodist and Federated Church Parking Lots at Michigan Ave. and Lafayette St.
Stone's 1 Stop Auto
Grass Lake Township Office lot
Production Realty Office - 230 W. Michigan Ave.
Please note there are no dogs permitted at this event. Service dogs excluded. Please see the full policy under Race Info. This is for the safety of both our participants and your dogs. Thank you.
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and posted on this site.
The Traffic Jam'in 5K Run and Walk, along with the 1 Mile Family Fun Run, takes place on July 12, 2024, in Grass Lake, MI. This event is part of a larger "Event Type: 6" category, suggesting it's a well-established community gathering with likely a history of successful organization. Participants can anticipate a festive atmosphere geared towards both serious runners and families looking for a fun outdoor activity. The 5K distances offer options for different fitness levels, while the 1-mile fun run is designed for all ages to enjoy together. While specific terrain details for Grass Lake aren't provided, a 5K run/walk in a Michigan location generally implies a mix of paved roads and potentially some park trails, offering a relatively flat to gently rolling course. Participants should prepare for typical summer conditions in Michigan, which can include warm temperatures and humidity. The "Traffic Jam'in" theme hints at a playful, perhaps road-themed, event that could include creative decorations or a lighthearted approach to the "jam" in its name, making it a unique and enjoyable experience beyond just the race itself.
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