The 4th Rat Race, hosted by the Huron Booster Club , is an annual fundraiser to support all sports offered at Huron! Home of the River Rats, Huron is a comprehensive high school in the Ann Arbor School District, with a student population of nearly 1900 students. It has one of the largest populations of Schools of Choice students and low-income students in Washtenaw County. Why is hosting important? Research shows that high schoolers who participate in sports manage stress better, feel a stronger sense of community, and are at low risk of engaging in risky behaviors. We want to make interscholastic athletics accessible to all students. Huron students and staff can register for a discounted rate. Must provide school ID at check-in! Event will happen 'rain or shine' so be prepared for whatever Mother Nature sends us! There are no refunds 5k is chip timed; the Mile is an untimed event with a running clock provided. Day of Race Registration/Pickup/Check-In: Opens at 830 and will be located underneath Huron's iconic 'Arch' at the heart of campus Parking - can be made in the campus lots. Preferred location is the lot by the football stadium or the lot by the Huron Spirit Rock / Tennis courts. Entrances to both off of Fuller Road.
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ann Arbor, MI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is The Rat Race 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Ann Arbor, MI?
The Rat Race 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Ann Arbor, MI takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Where is The Rat Race 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Ann Arbor, MI held?
The Rat Race 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Ann Arbor, MI is held at Ann Arbor Huron HS in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Where can I find hotels near The Rat Race 5k Run/Walk 2026 — Ann Arbor, MI?
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