Lansing Juneteenth 5k
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Lansing Juneteenth 5k Run/Walk/Roll
The Lansing Juneteenth 5k Run/Walk/Roll is an annual community event held in Lansing, Michigan. The event includes a 3.1 mile route that participants can complete by running, walking, or rolling. The course takes participants through a scenic route starting at Benjamin Davis Park.
Participants have the option to enter individually or as part of a team. Groups of four or more people are eligible for a registration discount. The largest team or group created before the event receives a trophy. The event is open to a variety of participants, and the use of strollers and wheelchairs is permitted on the course.
The event features several technical and commemorative elements:
- 5k (3.1 miles)
The race is professionally timed, with live results posted following the conclusion of the event. Awards are presented to top finishers across numerous age categories, ranging from 12 and under to 80 and over. Participants who register by specific deadlines are guaranteed an event t-shirt.
Proceeds from the event support the development of a year-round indoor athletic practice facility. This project aims to provide a structured environment for athlete development and training. Packet pickup is available both the day before the event at the Schmidt Community Center and on the morning of the race at the park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
