She Runs Grand Rapids

SHE RUNS Grand Rapids

SHE RUNS Grand Rapids is an all-women's running event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This fall event is based at the John Ball Zoo and offers several distances for participants to choose from. The race is designed to maintain an environment where women can participate in sport together, with options for both in-person and virtual participation.

The event features the following distances:

• Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
• 10k
• 5k
• Virtual Half Marathon
• Virtual 10k
• Virtual 5k

Participants in the in-person 10k and Half Marathon have access to a pacing team. These community pacers assist runners and walkers targeting various speeds, ranging from 7:00 per mile to 14:00 per mile. On the day of the race, a festival takes place at the venue.

Registration allows for the creation of social teams, which require a minimum of five participants. For those participating virtually, registration includes a shirt, bib, and medal mailed to their provided address at no additional cost. Packet pickup is available at the John Ball Zoo on the morning of the event, with an additional pickup session held the preceding Saturday. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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