COVE Benefit Beach 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 2026 — Pentwater, MI

Date
July 25, 2026
Location
Pentwater, MI
Venue
400 W Lowell St
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
5K Run, 5K Walk, 10K Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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The COVE Benefit Beach 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run takes place at 400 W Lowell St in Pentwater, Michigan on July 25, 2026. The event offers a 1-mile option and a 6.2-mile distance, accommodating both runners and walkers. The race starts at 8:30 AM, with entry fees ranging from $30 to $35. If you're unable to travel to Pentwater, a virtual participation option is available, allowing you to complete your chosen distance on your own schedule. This benefit race is a good option for athletes training for summer events or looking to support a local cause while getting in a workout.

From the Race Organizer
The COVE 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run begin and end at Charles Mears State Park. All of the races will be officially timed by Runners Edge Race Timing. The 5K Run/Walk race route includes a combination of pavement, dirt road, with a 1/2 mile on the beach to the finish line. Participants may get their feet wet if it is a windy day with high waves on Lake Michigan. The 10K Run route will be on local streets and pavement until the runners reach the beach at Duna Vista. The race route then extends for 2.5 miles on the beach along Lake Michigan. Participants may be their feet wet if it is a windy day with high waves. The COVE Beach Walk/Run is a unique opportunity for participants to run along the Lake Michigan Shoreline. • For additional information and options for making donations to COVE please: www.callcove.com or www.facebook.com/callcove COVE Address: 906 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI 49431

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is COVE Benefit Beach 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 2026 — Pentwater, MI?

COVE Benefit Beach 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 2026 — Pentwater, MI takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in Pentwater, Michigan.

Where is COVE Benefit Beach 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 2026 — Pentwater, MI held?

COVE Benefit Beach 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run 2026 — Pentwater, MI is held at 400 W Lowell St in Pentwater, Michigan.

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