Volksläufe - The People's Race

JUL
4
2026
A community running event in Frankenmuth on July 4, 2026 offering distances from a 2K family run to a half marathon, hosted by the Frankenmuth Jaycees with an eve of entertainment, vendors, and a fireworks display funded by race proceeds.
Sat 4 Jul 2026
Half Marathon 15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Volksläufe - The People's Race

Volksläufe - The People's Race takes place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Frankenmuth, Michigan. The event is hosted by the Frankenmuth Jaycees and marks the 50th annual edition. Races start and finish at Heritage Park, 601 Weiss St, Frankenmuth.

The event program includes a range of distances and formats:

  • 2K Family Fun Run
  • 5K Run and Walk
  • 10K Run (includes combined 10K/5K Zweiläufe)
  • Half Marathon

Courses run through Frankenmuth’s Bavarian-style streets, surrounding countryside, and alongside the Cass River. The program includes packet pickup and an event eve with live entertainment, food vendors, a community marketplace, family activities, music, and a fireworks display. Proceeds support the July 3 fireworks and other charitable initiatives organized by the Frankenmuth Jaycees.

Post-race activities and on-site vendors are noted as part of the event experience. Information provided lists multiple entry options, including standard and economy registration choices for several events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon - Economy
Half Marathon
Half Marathon Run
15 km
10k/5k Zweiläufe
15 km
10k/5k Zweiläufe - Economy
10 km
10k Run
10 km
10k Run - Economy
5 km
5k Walk - Economy
5 km
5k Walk
5 km
5k Run - Economy
5 km
5k Run
2k Family Fun Run
2k Family Fun Run - Economy