2026 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk 2026 — Freeland, MI

Date
May 16, 2026
Location
Freeland, MI
Venue
MBS International Airport
Start Time
12:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $45.00
Events
5K Run/Walk, VIRTUAL 5K Run/Walk, Color Fun Run, Spectator Pass
Includes
T-Shirt
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Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk takes place at MBS International Airport in Freeland, Michigan on May 16, 2026. The event offers two distance options: a 1-mile course and a 5K, accommodating runners and walkers at different fitness levels. Entry fees range from $10 to $45 depending on registration timing and category. The race starts at midnight, making this an unusual nighttime event worth planning your sleep schedule around. Whether you're targeting the shorter mile option for a casual outing or tackling the full 5K, you'll want accommodations near the Freeland area that can support an early-morning arrival or late-night finish depending on your perspective.

From the Race Organizer
The Children's Grief Center of the Great Lakes Bay Region's Grit Your Grief 5K Run/Walk at MBS International Airport ON THE RUNWAY including a KIDS COLOR RUN on MBS property! May 6th-20th: Virtual Race Weeks 🏃‍♀️🏃🏽 May 16th: LIVE RACE EVENT at MBS International Airport ON THE RUNWAY including a FAMILY FUN COLOR RUN ON MBS PROPERTY 5K RACE DETAILS: During the VIRTUAL Race Weeks (May 6-20), participants choose their own routes. For the LIVE Race Event on May 16th, the 5K starts at 10:00 a.m. and the path will include MBS taxiways and a portion of a main runway. 5K REGISTRATION DEADLINES: 💚 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ($35) ✔️ All participants will be timed. Must be registered by April 24th to Guarantee a T-Shirt. 💚 REGISTRATION ($45) ✔️ May 9th - May 16th: receive a race T-shirt and medal ONLY IF AVAILABLE. COLOR RUN DETAILS: A Color Run for all ages will be held starting at 11:30 a.m. Registration will be $20. Must be registered by April 24th to guarantee a T-Shirt. All participants must be

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk 2026 — Freeland, MI?

2026 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk 2026 — Freeland, MI takes place on May 16, 2026. The race is held in Freeland, Michigan.

Where is 2026 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk 2026 — Freeland, MI held?

2026 Grit Your Grief 5K Run Walk 2026 — Freeland, MI is held at MBS International Airport in Freeland, Michigan.

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