Burton Memorial Day 5k 2026 — Burton, MI

Date
May 25, 2026
Location
Burton, MI
Venue
3354 S. Genesee Rd
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$5.00 – $35.00
Events
5k Run, 5k Walk, Kids 1/2 mile, Virtual 5k
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Burton Memorial Day 5K starts at 8:00 AM, giving you time to arrive early and settle in before the race begins. Held in Burton, Michigan, the event takes place at 3354 S. Genesee Rd and offers three distance options: a 1-mile option, a 5K, and a 5-mile race. Entry fees range from $5 to $35 depending on your chosen distance. This is a straightforward local race on Memorial Day 2026, making it accessible for runners of varying abilities who want to compete during the holiday weekend. Whether you're looking for a warm-up mile, a standard 5K, or a longer five-mile effort, the multiple distance options mean you can pick your challenge level.

From the Race Organizer
Burton Memorial Day 5k is held at Atherton High School. This event started in the mid 1990s and is still going strong today! 5k Run begins promptly after the National Anthem at 8:30am with the walk beginning at 8:33am. New Kids 1/2 Mile Run begins at 8:00am. Proceeds will be given to the local high school extracurricular groups such as the Bendle Tiger Youth Football, Bentley Robotics, Atherton Theatre Group as well as the Burton VFW Post 2777, Burton Veterans Memorial and the Burton Police Department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Burton Memorial Day 5k 2026 — Burton, MI?

Burton Memorial Day 5k 2026 — Burton, MI takes place on May 25, 2026. The race is held in Burton, Michigan.

Where is Burton Memorial Day 5k 2026 — Burton, MI held?

Burton Memorial Day 5k 2026 — Burton, MI is held at 3354 S. Genesee Rd in Burton, Michigan.

Where can I find hotels near Burton Memorial Day 5k 2026 — Burton, MI?

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