New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K 2026 — Union Pier, MI

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Union Pier, MI
Venue
16409 Red Arrow Highway
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $35.00
Events
5K Run/Walk
Includes
T-Shirt
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The New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K starts at 9:00 AM on September 19, 2026, giving you a reasonable morning window to travel in from out of town. This 5K takes place in Union Pier, Michigan, at 16409 Red Arrow Highway. Entry fees fall between $25 and $35, making it an affordable race option for your fall calendar. The September timing places this event as a solid mid-season race for building fitness or testing your current form before autumn competition heats up. Plan to book accommodation nearby if you're traveling from a distance, allowing yourself comfortable buffer time before the 9:00 AM gun.

From the Race Organizer
About This Event: Your participation in the New Buffalo Township Fire 5K helps provide our NBT firefighters with equipment they need to better serve our community. Run on the new non-motorized path along Red Arrow Highway and wind through Union Pier. Pre and post-race activities will be held in Timothy's Restaurant parking lot. Event Date: September 19, 2026 (9:00 am Michigan time) Event Location: Timothy's Restaurant, 16409 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI 49129 Event Times: Friday Early Packet Pickup (Sept. 18th) at New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Michigan time. Saturday Event Day Packet Pickup (Sept. 19th) 7:30 - 8:30 am Michigan time. Saturday Race Time 5K Run/Walk - 9:00 am Michigan time. Registration Fees: $25 Early Registration (now through August 1, 2024) Includes Tee Shirt $30 Late Registration (August 2 to September 18, 2024) (11:59 pm) $35 Same Day Registration Tee Shirts are only Guaranteed through September 7th. Limited amounts of extra tee shirts will be available on a "First Come, First Serve Basis". Awards: Overall Male and Female Age Categories 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over Tee Shirts: To be guaranteed a tee shirt, registration must be completed before September 7th (11:59 pm). A limited amount of extra tee shirts will be ordered but will be available on a "First Come First Serve" basis during packet pickup (race day). Timing and Scoring: Provided by MAC's Sports Timing - Results will be posted during the event and online at www.macssportstiming.com Weather Disclaimer: We want everyone to have a fun and safe experience! We hope that our race proceeds without any delay! However, race directors have the right to cancel the race due to inclement weather, or other unforeseen reason that would jeopardize racer or volunteer safety. In these circumstances, refunds will not be made. We thank you in advance for your understanding.

New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K 2026 — Union Pier, MI

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Union Pier, 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 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K 2026 — Union Pier, MI?

New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K 2026 — Union Pier, MI takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Union Pier, Michigan.

Where is New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K 2026 — Union Pier, MI held?

New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K 2026 — Union Pier, MI is held at 16409 Red Arrow Highway in Union Pier, Michigan.

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