Candles and Calacas 5K
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About the race
Candles & Calacas Día de los Muertos 5K Fun Run/Walk is a themed community event held at Michigan State University Hubbard/Akers Courtyard, 964 Hubbard Rd, East Lansing, MI. The event follows the Día de los Muertos tradition of remembering and honoring loved ones.
The event offers a 5K fun run and walk with two registration categories: Students and General Public. Published fees are Students $25.00 and General Public $45.00. Children under 18 should register under the All Students category. MSU students are required to bring a Student ID to check in. On-site registration is available at the same prices.
Registration opens September 9, 2027 and closes October 30, 2027. Online registration completed by October 16 guarantees a T-shirt. All participants receive a customized T-shirt and two food tickets. T-shirts can be picked up on race day starting at 10:30 am; shirts are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Medals will be awarded to the first 100 participants to complete the race.
A virtual 5K option is offered; virtual participants will receive a T-shirt and a medal when registered under the virtual 5K. The event is organized in collaboration with International Engagement Volunteers and the International Engagement in Mexico program, and proceeds support service-learning projects by Michigan State University students through IEV.
Participants are encouraged to observe the theme with marigolds, calavera inspired face paint, bright clothing, or other festive accessories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
