37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Paw Paw, MI

Date
September 12, 2026
Location
Paw Paw, MI
Venue
801 Hazen Street
Start Time
9:00 AM
Sunrise
7:19 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00
Events
Grape Lake 5K Run, Grape Lake 5K Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk takes place at 801 Hazen Street in Paw Paw, Michigan, on September 12, 2026. This 5K event welcomes both runners and walkers, making it accessible for various fitness levels and training goals. The race starts at 9:00 AM, giving you a morning competition window. Entry is $40.00 per person. Whether you're using this race as a workout during race season or targeting it as a goal event, Paw Paw offers a straightforward 5K option in mid-September, a solid time for fall training cycles in Michigan's lower peninsula.

From the Race Organizer
Please join us for the 37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5k Walk/Run. We are committed to maintaining and improving mental health in our community! The funds raised by this race will go to two organizations: 1. United Christian Services of Eastern VBC (unitedchristianservices-evbc.com) 2. The Daily Recovery Zone (dailyrecoveryzone.com) The race again will go around beautiful Maple Lake, starting on Lake Street near the Van Buren Community Mental Health Building (VBCMH) 801 Hazen Street, Paw Paw MI 49079 and ending up on Willard Street. This event has been reviewed for the physical activity content and has been endorsed by the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health and Sports. This does not reflect the endorsement of the sponsoring organization or the product used. TEE SHIRT: Tee shirts are only available during early registration. Early registration ends on August 28th 2026. Limited tee shirts are available on race day. RESULTS AND AWARDS: Both a timing start strip and finish strip will be used for this race. Awards will be based on actual chip time, not gun time. Walkers may not run. If seen running, a walker will be disqualified. The awards ceremony will follow the race and start when the results are ready by T&H Timing. Preliminary results will be posted while runners and walkers are still finishing. The top three (3) finishers in each age division, male and female will receive a medal with where they placed on the back. Results will be posted at Grape Lake 5k Run + Walk Results ARRIVAL AND PARKING: Parking will be located at the Van Buren Community Mental Health parking lot at 801 Hazen, VBISD Transition Center parking lot at 811 Hazen Street, Tri-County Head Start parking lot at 775 Hazen Street. Please allow plenty of time for parking signage and traffic volunteers will be available to help you. This year's race is organized by the Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Committee Questions regarding registration? Contact Ann Leary grapelake5k@freshwatercc.org or 269-657-6500 (FW's office)

Course & Travel Notes

The 37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk takes place on September 12, 2026, in Paw Paw, Michigan, with the race starting at 9:00 AM, well after the 7:20 AM sunrise. The venue sits at 728 feet elevation, and you should expect typical early September weather with highs around 75°F and lows near 51°F, though there's about a 31% chance of measurable rain. Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) is the nearest commercial airport, located 17.8 miles from the race venue, making it a convenient access point for travelers.

⛰️ 728 ft elevation☀️ Typically 75°F / 51°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) — 17.8 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Paw Paw, MI?

37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Paw Paw, MI takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Paw Paw, Michigan.

Where is 37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Paw Paw, MI held?

37th Annual Paw Paw Grape Lake 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Paw Paw, MI is held at 801 Hazen Street in Paw Paw, Michigan.

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