The Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K starts at 8:00 AM, so plan your arrival accordingly if you're traveling from out of town. The event takes place June 13, 2026, at 1211 Lohne Dr. in Grand Ledge, Michigan. Entry fees range from $20 to $50 depending on registration options. The race offers a 1-mile run and a 400-meter event, making it accessible for runners at different fitness levels or those looking for a shorter effort. This is a straightforward local event, so arrive early enough to handle registration and warm-up before the morning start.
From the Race Organizer
The Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5k will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Grand Ledge, Michigan. All events begin and end at the Brandt-Spalsbury Track & Field Facility (1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 48837). A 1 mile run for youth 13 & under starts at 8:00 AM and a 400m Kids Race begins at 8:30 AM. Both events will take place on the track. The 5k race begins at 8:45 AM on the track and travels a well marked course through town before finishing on the track. All proceeds go to benefit the Grand Ledge Education Foundation a 501(c)3 organization that works to provide extra funding for special projects within the Grand Ledge Public Schools classrooms. Pricing: 5k in person - $35 until 5/30/26 then $45. The Virtual 5k - $40 until 5/30/26 then $50. 1 mile kids race and 400 yd dash kids race - $20 until 5/30/26 then $25. 5K Groupings: 10 and under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ Awards & Prizes: Post race refreshments for all registrants and chance at race day door prizes 5k run/walk: Awards for the top 3 male and female winners in each division. All participants receive a finisher medal and technical t-shirt which are guaranteed to all entries received prior to June 5th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date. Virtual 5k run/walk: All participants receive a finisher medal and a technical t-shirt which are guaranteed to all entries received prior to June 5th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date. Shirts and medals will be mailed to participants beginning week of June 23rd. 400m kids race (10 and under): All participants will receive a Comet Squeeze Ball.Youth races receive a cotton blend t-shirt with entries by June 5th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date 1 Mile youth race (13 and under): Awards for the top 10 finishers. All participants will receive a Comet Squeeze Ball. Youth races receive a cotton blend t-shirt with entries by June 5th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date Packet Pickup: Friday, June 12 from 4:30 PM-7:00 PM at the Sawdon Administration Building 220 Lamson Street Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Google Maps and morning of the race starting at 7:00 AM. Pickup takes place at At the Grand Ledge High School Track & Field Facility 1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Google Maps Race day parking: Available at the Brandt-Spalsbury Track & Field Facility 1211 Lohne Dr. Grand Ledge, MI 4883 Google Maps The race will be timed by the Michigan Running Foundation . Results will be posted during the race and live on this website.
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When is Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K 2026 — Grand Ledge, MI?
Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K 2026 — Grand Ledge, MI takes place on June 13, 2026. The race is held in Grand Ledge, Michigan.
Where is Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K 2026 — Grand Ledge, MI held?
Grand Ledge Education Foundation Comet Chase 5K 2026 — Grand Ledge, MI is held at 1211 Lohne Dr. in Grand Ledge, Michigan.
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