Walk Run Roar
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Event Overview
Walk Run Roar is an annual running and walking event held in Gwinn, Michigan. Organized as a fundraiser for Northwoods Airlifeline, the event serves as a central part of the local Gwinn Fun Daze festivities. The course accommodates participants of various interests by utilizing a mix of different surfaces, including pavement, dirt, and gravel.
The event features a single distance for participants:
- 5 km run and walk
Refreshments are available for those taking part, including water, granola bars, and bananas. Management provides prizes for the top finishers across the categories, alongside several door prizes. As part of the registration, each participant receives a three-dollar coupon for use at food vendors located within the park throughout the day.
The race is integrated into a larger community celebration. Following the run, attendees can observe a parade and visit Nordeen Park for various activities. These include an antique vehicle show, a cornhole tournament, and a duck race. The park area also hosts a selection of vendors offering food, crafts, clothing, and woodworking items, as well as entertainment options for children such as a bouncy house and games. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
