Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run 2026 — Gaylord, MI

Date
July 18, 2026
Location
Gaylord, MI
Venue
400 W Main Street
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $45.00
Events
Gaylord Alpenfest 10k, Gaylord Alpenfest 5K, Gaylord Alpenfest 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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Events 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - Free (no medal or shirt) 5K Run/Walk - $35 10K Run - $45 T-shirts and medal are guaranteed to the first 300 paid registrants. Size is not guaranteed to those registered after 6/19/26. Packet Pick up : Packet pick up will be on Friday, July 17th from 5 – 7 pm at the Gaylord Trailhead pavilion across from the Chamber of Commerce or pickup at the same location on race day starting at 7:30 a.m. (400 W. Main Street, Gaylord MI 49735). Start Times: 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - 8:00 a.m. 10K - 8:30 a.m. 5K Run/Walk - 8:45 a.m. Race Information: The course is out and back. The route is on the North Central State Trail, starting at the Gaylord Trailhead on Main Street. Map of NCST: www.trailscouncil.org/north-central-state-trail-route/ Please note: the Alpenfest grand parade starts at noon and therefore Main Street will be blocked off until it concludes. The starting line for the race will be on the trail next to the Gaylord Trailhead pavilion. There will be aid stations a

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run 2026 — Gaylord, MI?

Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run 2026 — Gaylord, MI takes place on July 18, 2026. The race is held in Gaylord, Michigan.

Where is Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run 2026 — Gaylord, MI held?

Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run 2026 — Gaylord, MI is held at 400 W Main Street in Gaylord, Michigan.

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