The Golden Grizzlies Festival of Races – Rochester, MI 2026
Date
September 27, 2026
Location
Rochester, MI
Venue
Recreation and Athletic Outdoor Complex (Elaine Leigh Track and Field Complex at Oakland University)
Start Time
9:30 AM
Events
5k Run/Walk, 10k Run, Kids Run! (ages 10 and under), Student 5k (Only registrations with an student oakland.edu email will be accepted), 5k Race Day Registration without race shirt, 10k Race Day Registration without race shirt
Includes
Race Shirts | T-Shirt | Student T-Shirt
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The Golden Grizzlies Festival of Races is an event for all ages and abilities! Join us as we run a scenic loop through Oakland University's campus and finish with a lap on the Elaine Leigh track facility! We will be holding a 5k run/walk and a 10k run with medals and t-shirts for all participants. Proceeds from the race will go to benefit the Oakland University Cross Country and Track and Field programs. STARTING TIMES: 9:10 am - Kids Run/Walk (meant for ages 10 and under) 9:30 am - 5K run/walk and 10K Run PACKET PICKUP: Packet Pickup on race morning only. Packet pickup open from 7:30-9:00 at race site. AWARDS: Each finisher of the 5k and 10k will receive a race t-shirt and a medal. Kids run participants will receive a ribbon for finishing one lap of the OU track! Kids race will start and finish inside the OU track facility. This year, Hansons Running Shop will be awarding gift certificates to the top finishers in the following categories: 10k Top Three Overall Men and Women $250 $150
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