Moovin' Thru the Midway 5K
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Event overview
The Moovin' Thru the Midway 5K takes place on Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Novi, Michigan at 46100 Grand River Ave. The event is set on the Michigan State Fairgrounds and the course runs through fair attractions, including the Carnival Midway, animal areas, and vendor exhibits. The finish area is at the Entertainment Pavilion Beer Tent with post-race music and a Beer Garden.
Race format and awards
The event offers an in-person 5K Run/Walk, a Virtual 5K, and an Economy 5K Run/Walk (the Economy option is listed as no shirt or medal). The in-person 5K is officially chip timed. Age group prizes are awarded to top finishers in multiple age categories.
What participants receive
In-person participants are listed as receiving: one complimentary Ultimate Admission Ticket to the Michigan State Fair (redeemable Saturday, Sunday or Monday; listed value $42), a Moovin' Thru the Midway 5K Dri-Fit T-shirt, a finisher medal, a race photo, a pint of Guernsey Farms Dairy chocolate milk, Sweetwater's Coffee, and one free beer from the Beer Tent for participants aged 21 and over. Virtual participants receive a mailed Race Kit and may upload race photos to the results page.
Logistics and beneficiaries
Packet pick-up is at the Michigan State Fair Suburban Showplace on race day morning with on-site pick-up listed for September 5, 2026 from 6:30am to 8:00am. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit partner Military Families United. Prices listed for registration are $35 for the in-person 5K and Virtual 5K, and $30 for the Economy 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
