Irish Jig 5K
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Irish Jig 5K Run and Walk
The Irish Jig 5K Run and Walk is scheduled for 03/20/2027 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at 2211 Lake Dr SE. The event offers in-person and virtual participation and has included a formal shift to raise resources addressing cancer, noting that 1 in 2 people will face cancer in their lifetime.
Available distances:
- 5K run and walk
- 800 m kids run
The in-person program includes a 5K run, a 5K walk, and a kids 800 m fun run benefiting Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. Walking the 5K course is allowed; walkers must complete the route within 75 minutes.
Registration and fees vary by event. The in-person 5K run and 5K walk list registration opening in early September 2026 and closing on 10/31/2026, with an entry fee of $35.00 for each. The kids 800 m fun run has a registration period running into March 2027 with a $10.00 fee. A virtual option is available with a $30.00 fee and shirts for virtual participants mailed out around race weekend.
The description summarizes event format, entry fees, registration windows, location, distances, and the event's fundraising focus on cancer-related resources. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
