Baby Steps 5k Run/Walk Kalamazoo 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Kalamazoo, MI
Venue
Spring Valley Park
Start Time
10:00 AM
Entry Fee
$30.00 – $35.00
Events
Baby Steps Run/Walk
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The Baby Steps 5K Run/Walk takes place on September 26, 2026, at Spring Valley Park in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with a 10:00 AM start time. Registration costs between $30 and $35. The 5K course accommodates both runners and walkers, making it accessible for a range of fitness levels. If you're unable to attend in person, the race offers a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete the distance on your own schedule. Plan your arrival accordingly to allow time for check-in and warm-up before the morning start.

From the Race Organizer
This race is in honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day (which is October 15, though we're running/walking in September when the weather is hopefully nicer for being outdoors!). Miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss are sad realities for many families in the United States and around the world. Proceeds from this race will be donated to the Star Legacy Foundation , Amos' Anchors , and Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep . Price information: 🐤 Early bird pricing ends August 31 💲 Family price option is available for a maximum of 2 adults and up to 4 children - $60 Race information: 🚶‍♂️ Walkers will follow a one-loop course - 2 miles 🏃 Runners will follow a two-loop course - 3.1 miles 👕 Shirts are included with registration before September 1 🍎 Post-race snacks and water are provided Schedule of events: Friday, September 25 5-7 PM: Bib pick-up & pre-race check-in. Location: Biggby, 23944 Red Arrow Hwy, Mattawan, MI 49071 Saturday, September 26 8:30 AM - Bib pick-up and on-site registration 10:00 AM - Race begins 11:15 AM - Ceremony of Remembrance This race is organized by Amos' Anchors and Forever Loved (A Committee for Better Perinatal Bereavement Care in West Michigan).

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Kalamazoo, MI. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Baby Steps 5k Run/Walk Kalamazoo 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI?

Baby Steps 5k Run/Walk Kalamazoo 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Where is Baby Steps 5k Run/Walk Kalamazoo 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI held?

Baby Steps 5k Run/Walk Kalamazoo 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI is held at Spring Valley Park in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Where can I find hotels near Baby Steps 5k Run/Walk Kalamazoo 2026 — Kalamazoo, MI?

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