Race for the Red 5K
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Race for the Red 5K
Race for the Red takes place at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at 2001 Monroe Ave NE. The course is described as flat and fast and will run on a closed course using the park paths.
Event options include:
- 5K in person
- 5K Turnout Challenge in turnout gear
- 5K Virtual Event
- Kids Run for ages 12 and under
Registration for the main 5K events and the virtual event opens on 2026-09-11 and closes on 2026-11-30. The registration fee for each 5K option is $40.00. Kids Run registration also opens on 2026-09-11 and remains open until the day of the event; the kids fee is $10.00. T-shirts are an optional purchase for kids during registration for $10.
The Turnout Challenge requires participants to provide their own turnout gear and notes that boots may be skipped; a special prize is awarded to the first place finisher in that category. Virtual participants will receive a medal and a t shirt mailed to them. All in person participants receive a firefighter themed shirt and a finishers medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
