Stairway 5k by Ode to Laz 2026 — Holly, MI

Date
July 19, 2026
Location
Holly, MI
Venue
5000 McGinnis Road
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$34.99 – $39.99
Events
Stairway to Heaven 5k, Stairway to Hell 5k
Includes
Ode Medal & Lanyard | Ode Medal
Register NowRegistration OpenOfficial Race Website
Join the Ode Family! Be part of the coolest vibe in running. Wear your Ode medal proudly. Pick either the hardest 5k in Michigan (maybe the country?) or pick the one that may be the most fun. Your choice, or select both and receive a $10 discount on one race (you'll receive one set of swag). Both races are part of July's Ode to Laz weekend festival and take advantage of some of the best hiking trails in Michigan at Holly Recreation Area, a jewel of the state park system. Enjoy plenty of family-friendly activities too, like kayaking, fishing, camping, or swimming and splashing on the Whoa Zone at Lake Heron's beach. The Stairway to Heaven 5k: This is the easy one. 9:30 am start. Register between 8-8:45 please at the Overlook Picnic area. Cheer our backyard runners as they pass you on their 25th hour You'll run on the Wilderness trail on a rolling out and back course and finish with one loop down and up the famous Stairway to Heaven. COURSE MAP The Stairway to Hell 5k: This is the beast

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Stairway 5k by Ode to Laz 2026 — Holly, MI?

Stairway 5k by Ode to Laz 2026 — Holly, MI takes place on July 19, 2026. The race is held in Holly, Michigan.

Where is Stairway 5k by Ode to Laz 2026 — Holly, MI held?

Stairway 5k by Ode to Laz 2026 — Holly, MI is held at 5000 McGinnis Road in Holly, Michigan.

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