Location
Traverse City, MI
Venue
1213 W Civic Center Dr
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $30.00
Includes
Moisture Wicking Unisex T-Shirt
BIG NEWS FROM TJCC! Welcome to the Northern Lights 5K Fun Run at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center! The Northern Lights 5K Fun Run has a new home! Hosted by the Thomas Judd Care Center, this year’s event is moving to the Grand Traverse County Civic Center, bringing a bright new energy and a course designed for everyone. We’re introducing a triple loop course! A flat, easy-to-follow route that’s perfect for runners, walkers, families, and all ages. Whether you’re moving fast or taking it at your own pace, you’ll circle the course three times, enjoying the lights and community along the way. Three loops = more glow, more fun, and more chances to cheer each other on! Same welcoming, feel-good event - just in a new location that makes it even easier to participate and celebrate together. Get Ready to Glow! Thomas Judd Care Center’s 9th Annual Northern Lights 5K Fun Run Friday, September 11 | 8:00 PM Start & Finish: Grand Traverse County Civic Center/ Pavilion Parking Lot Lace up your
Northern Lights 5K Fun Run 2026 — Traverse City, MI
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Traverse City, MI.
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