Crim Festival of Races
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HAP Crim Festival of Races
The HAP Crim Festival of Races takes place in downtown Flint over August 21-22, 2026 and marks the 49th anniversary of the Crim 10-mile, which began in 1977. The festival presents a series of road races and bundle events across city streets and public spaces.
Event distances include:
- Crim 10-mile
- Half Crim 5-Mile
- Crim Family 5K
- Michigan Mile
- Teddy Bear Trot
- Crim Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
- Bobby Challenge (19.1 miles)
The festival typically draws about 11,000 participants from 40 states and several foreign nations. Race entry packages include a custom finisher medal, an ASICS race shirt, race bib and timing tag. Post-race provisions listed for participants include chocolate milk, granola bars, fruit, free pizza and beverage. The festival also features a post-race party area with party tents, vendors, a live band, yoga and family fun zones.
Course starts and gathering points are located in downtown Flint. The Michigan Mile start is at the corner of Kearsley and Harrison Streets. The Crim 10-mile, Half Crim 5-Mile and Crim Family 5K start near Saginaw and Kearsley Streets at 125 W. Kearsley St. The Teddy Bear Trot begins outside Flint City Hall at 1101 S. Saginaw St.
Packet pickup is held at the Riverfront Conference Center One Riverfront Plaza with scheduled expo hours on August 20 and 21, and limited emergency pickup on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
