Race for the Red 5K
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Race for the Red 5K
Race for the Red 5K takes place on May 23, 2026 at Riverside Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan (2001 Monroe Ave NE, 49505). The course is described as flat and fast and will use closed park paths.
The event offers multiple 5K options: an in-person 5K, a turnout challenge 5K, and a virtual 5K. Registration fees are listed as $40.00 for each option. Registration windows vary by option: the in-person 5K registration opens 11/23/2025 and closes 2/23/2026; the turnout challenge registration opens 1/6/2026 and closes 2/23/2026; the virtual 5K registration opens 2/2/2026 and closes 2/23/2026.
Participants receive a unique firefighter themed shirt and a finisher medal. The turnout challenge invites participants to walk or run in turnout gear except for running shoes; turnout gear is not provided. A special prize is awarded to the first place finisher in the turnout challenge. For the virtual option, medals and shirts are mailed to registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
