The Traverse City Track Club Summer Series offers free entry to runners looking for a competitive local race. The 3-mile event takes place on June 17, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan, with a 6:30 PM start time. This is part of the Track Club's summer racing series, making it an accessible option for those training in the area or passing through northwest Michigan during race season. The evening start time works well for runners balancing work or other commitments with their training schedule.
From the Race Organizer
The Traverse City Track Club presents the 64th Season of its weekly Summer Series running program. Beginning June 17th through August 19th this 10-week free program for all ages and abilities provides a format enabling participants to run with others at a weekly pre-determined area course, receive an official time, and gather points throughout the 10-week period, to see how they compare to others at the same course. A point system uses each week’s total number of participants to establish a ranking. Overall standing is based on both participation and finish comparison. At the end of the series, the Top 10-point earners male and female receive awards, and those who participate in all 10 events also receive special recognition. Most courses originate in Traverse City’s Huron Hills neighborhood. All courses are marked (start/finish), mapped, and previewed on the club’s website. Following are each week’s proposed events (All with a 6:30pm start time & subject to change): June 17, TC Central High, 3 mile flat June 24, TC Central High, 5K hilly July 1, TC Central High, 4 mile prediction run (leave your watch at home!) July 8, TC Central High, 4 mile handicap run July 15, TC West Middle School , track 5K age-graded (12 ½ laps) July 22, Rasho Farms , 5K cross country July 29, TC Central High, 6 mile handicap August 5, Eastern Elementary School , 8 x 1k alternating relay combined handicaps August 12, Timber Ridge , 5K on Trails August 19, Hull Park , 4 mile, followed by awards in Hull Park The handicap, prediction, and age-graded features for half of the series events allows for those who may be concerned the events are for runners/walkers of all abilities. To participate in this free program, participants only need to be a member of the Traverse City Track Club and sign-up online at the link: Only one registration is needed for the entire season . This program has been designed for the over 900 members of the TCTC, but true to the club mission, it is open to anyone who wants to try. For more information visit the Summer Series page .
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When is Traverse City Track Club Summer Series 2026 — Traverse City, MI?
Traverse City Track Club Summer Series 2026 — Traverse City, MI takes place on June 17, 2026. The race is held in Traverse City, Michigan.
Where is Traverse City Track Club Summer Series 2026 — Traverse City, MI held?
Traverse City Track Club Summer Series 2026 — Traverse City, MI is held at PO BOX 4026 in Traverse City, Michigan.
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