On June 24, 2026, the Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk takes place in Temperance, Michigan at 8285 Jackman Road. This event offers a 1-mile walk option, making it accessible for walkers and those easing into endurance activities. The race starts at 6:30 PM, a evening timing that works well for those with daytime commitments. Entry fees range from $15 to $30, keeping costs reasonable for recreational athletes. The venue location near Jackman Road provides a defined, local setting for your training or casual participation.
From the Race Organizer
*Guaranteed Tshirt/sponsor submissions (for Tshirt logo) deadline June 10th!!! *please email 5kbedfordveterans @gmail.com if you can donate gift cards (awards) any denomination or pizza sponsor! *Early packet pick up- Tuesday June 23rd 4-6pm Bedford Veterans Center- 8020 Lewis Ave, Temperance MI or before the event in the track area! Run/walk details- Wednesday evening, June 24th Bedford Community Stadium 8285 Jackman Rd. Temperance MI 6:30-5k run/walk start 6:35- 1 mile walk (on track, 5k race finishers will end on track so we will ask walkers to remain on outside lanes after 6:50). ****There is race day registration until 6:00 but please register now so we can plan! No shirt guaranteed after June 10th! *Sign up by Sunday, June 10th for guaranteed shirt* *** No charge race registration for VETERANS/Active Duty ! Please enter code: USA for the veteran-service member only, register others separately. Not only is it a free entry but we will use this list to honor them. If you can email us your branch of service- that would be awesome!!! If you inadvertently registered someone who is not a veteran/service member please email 5kbedfordveterans@gmail.com for correction/re-registration. FIND THE FLAGS (5K course)~Multiple flags will be on the course, grab one and race or walk back with it to the finish line for a chance to win prizes! Speed has nothing to do with your chances, just LUCK ! 5k will be timed and age group gift card awards! The 5k course will not only have a crowd-friendly finish on the Bedford High School track, but the 1mile walk is exclusively on the TRACK. The 5k course includes the Indian Creek Park, gravel, but no street crossings. The Bedford Community Stadium bathroom facilities will be available throughout the event. Our mission for this race is to create awareness of our volunteer Veteran services and increase our reach to support more local veterans and their families! Give veterans and active duty an evening of free racing/walking/camaraderie. We want our community to know we are here, HERE to HELP! The Bedford Veterans Center was founded in 2017 and actively creates solutions that solve the problems our Veterans face. Some services we provide are a place of support, appointments with Veteran Service Officers to discuss benefits/claims, readily available food pantry AND monthly food distributions serving over 35 veterans/families, and free round trips to medical appointments to the Toledo and Ann Arbor VA. Visit www.bedfordtwpvets.com to learn more! Email 5kbedfordveterans@gmail.com with questions and sponsor inquiries. For guide registration (there is no fee! Use GUIDE (code). We ask you to consider *no shirt option if you prefer not to get one-this savings goes back to our veterans/volunteer center. Thanks! Early packet pick up at Bedford Veterans Center (8020 Lewis Ave Temperance, MI) on Tuesday, June 23rd 4-6pm. Race day packet pick up Wednesday, June 24th~ 5:00-6:25pm in the stadium (8285 Jackman Rd Temperance, MI).
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Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Temperance, MI
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 24.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Temperance, 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
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Temperance, MI?
Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Temperance, MI takes place on June 24, 2026. The race is held in Temperance, Michigan.
Where is Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Temperance, MI held?
Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Temperance, MI is held at 8285 Jackman Road in Temperance, Michigan.
Where can I find hotels near Bedford Veterans Center 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk 2026 — Temperance, MI?
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