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Michigan Walking Events Calendar 2026-2027
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Explore the best walking events in Michigan for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 399 great walks across the region. Find your next walk in Michigan below and join the walking community at these great events!
November 2026
Walkers can choose the 5k trail walk, a single loop on wooded trails along the scenic Tittabawassee River, starting near the pavilion at the back of the park. Race day registration and bib pickup are at the pavilion and pre race pickup is availab..
Walk options include 5K and a shorter 1 Mile, both on Grand River Avenue starting and finishing at First Presbyterian Church, 323 W Grand River in downtown Howell. Packet pick up and on site registration run 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM and a race bib..
Walkers can take part in 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at 1601 E Cavanaugh Rd in Lansing, MI on a clear lap style course. Water stations are limited to lap ends and the finish and race staff are minimal, so plan accordingly.
Walkers can choose a 5K route through the streets of Luna Pier, beginning and ending at the Luna Pier lighthouse. A 1 Mile kids walk option is free for those 18 and under, with walking taking place alongside the running races.
December 2026
The event starts and finishes at Holly Middle School and includes a walking 5K (3.1 Miles) on mostly flat, well marked paved streets through downtown Holly. Roads remain open to vehicle traffic and the course crosses railroad tracks, with registr..
Walkers have route options of 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles, starting at 7419 E Mt Hope Hwy in Grand Ledge, MI. The course is clear with limited water at the end of each lap and at the finish; staff are few and EMS is not on site, so walkers are..
Walkers can join untimed 5K, 1 Mile, or 0.25 Miles routes starting at 719 Harrison, Flint MI. Registration includes a 5 piece Santa suit and a finisher medal.
Walkers follow a 5K mostly flat paved route through downtown, beginning and ending behind Fenton United Methodist Church, 107 S Walnut St. Roads are open to traffic but monitored by police, and walkers start behind runners.
Walkers can enjoy the 1 Mile Santa Fun Walk starting at Freshwater Community Church, 600 E Michigan Avenue in Paw Paw on a festive route through downtown. The event is untimed, provides a Santa suit, and walkers with strollers must wait until run..
Walkers follow the 5K course on Michigan Renaissance Festival grounds in Holly, passing Holly Grove Village lit with Christmas lights and festive music. Packet pick up is at festival offices and on site refreshments are provided.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles routes starting at 457 Emma Dr, Corunna MI 48817 on a clear, lap based course. Water is limited to the end of each lap and the finish, so walkers should plan for weather and bring supplies.
Walkers can take part in the 5K walk alongside the running races, starting at 10411 Clyde Rd., Fenton MI 48430. Registered participants receive a commemorative bib, custom race shirt, finisher medal, free race photos, and a choice of hot cider, h..
The non timed 5K walk meets at Park Place Hotel and follows neighborhood streets beside downtown Traverse City lit with holiday lights. Walkers enjoy a family friendly route with complimentary hot cocoa, cookies and a custom ornament.
Walkers follow a 5K loop through downtown Lansing starting at 325 Riverfront Dr, passing the Capitol holiday tree, with cocoa and cookies available at the finish. The event runs alongside the running races.
Walkers can choose 5K, 10K, or 13.1 Miles at Hawk Island Park in Lansing alongside the running races. Water is only at lap ends and the finish; staffing is minimal and EMS is not on site, so walkers must plan for weather and supplies.
January 2027
Walkers can enjoy a 3.1 Miles course starting in front of the Ore Dock structure on Lakeshore Boulevard. The out and back route follows the Marquette Bike Path and finishes with hot food and warm drinks amid a family friendly Mardi Gras celebrati..
February 2027
Walkers can choose a 5K route or the shorter 1 mile fun course, both starting and finishing by the school bus barn and track. The flat course is on paved roads; water is available at the finish and the gym is open to warm up.