Wings of Mercy Runway 5k
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Event details
The Wings of Mercy Runway 5K takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Linden Price Airport, 618 Silver Lake Rd., Linden, MI 48451. The event is a twilight race held along the airport runway and taxiways. Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 1 Mile
The event program includes a 5K Run / Walk, a 5K Competitive Walk, and a 1 Mile fun run / walk. Economy registration options are available for the 5K Run / Walk and the 5K Competitive Walk; these options do not include a shirt.
Charity and registration
The race benefits Wings of Mercy East Michigan, Inc., a nonprofit that arranges free flights to distant medical centers for people with limited financial resources. The organization uses general aviation aircraft and volunteer pilots to serve recipients on flights within approximately 600 miles of Eastern Michigan.
Standard registration fees listed for the 5K and competitive walk are $40; economy options are listed at $25. Prices increase after May 15, 2026. The 1 Mile fun run / walk has no listed fee and its registration closes on June 20, 2026 at 7:00pm EDT. A referral refund program offers $10 back after three completed referral registrations, repeatable until registration fees reach a zero balance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
