The Shelley Irwin Fun Run
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Fun run and community events
This event day brings multiple community movement options to Millennium Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan on April 24, 2027. The program includes in-person running and walking events plus a virtual option, and proceeds benefit WGVU Public Media. Registration fees are listed for each event and vary for virtual and in-person entries.
Participants receive an original WGVU T-shirt and a commemorative medal. Pre- and post-event refreshments are provided, with beverage and food options described by the organizer. Strollers are welcome.
Distances included:
- 5K Fun Run non-timed
- 2-Mile Community Walk
- 1-Mile Dog Walk and Kids Run
- Virtual 5K
The event is presented as community-focused and supports WGVU Public Media programs such as local journalism, educational programming, and cultural content. The in-person events take place at Millennium Park, 1415 Maynard Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534. Fees shown in the event information differ by event type, with a lower fee for the virtual 5K.
The description emphasizes movement, community participation, and fundraising for public media. The schedule includes separate entries for each distance and the organizer notes participant perks and refreshments without specifying timing details. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
