St. John Applefest Road Race

SEP
19
2026
Celebrate the 54th annual Applefest Road Race in Fenton with scenic, fully paved courses. Choose from distances including a 10K, 5K, or a fun 1-mile run. Enjoy finisher medals, free photos, and a post-race pancake breakfast as part of the Applefest tradition.
Sat 19 Sep 2026
10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The St. John Applefest Road Race is a 54th annual event in Fenton, Michigan. It takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

Events

The race includes several events:

  • 10K Run
  • 5K Run
  • 5K Walk
  • Apple Core 1-Mile
  • Apple CORE-TER Mile (1/4 Mile)

Participants can also register for a Double Challenge, combining the 1-Mile and the 5K Run.

Venue and Course

The event starts and finishes at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI). The courses are 100% paved and go through the streets of Fenton. For the 2026 edition, the organizers have partnered with Great Lakes Race Management to provide enhancements like mile markers and inflatable start/finish arches.

Registration and Amenities

Registration includes chip timing, a custom dri-fit race shirt (with a no-shirt discount option), a custom finisher medal, free professional race photos, and post-race refreshments. Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers, as well as to the top male and female in each age group.

Additional Activities

A pancake breakfast is held after the race, offering a discount for participants. The event is part of the larger St. Johns Applefest Festival. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run
5 km
5k Walk
Apple Core 1-Mile
Apple Core-Ter Mile (1/4) Mile