Run For Wings
Norton Shores, Michigan, United States
Jun, 2027 (TBD)
5k
Race Information
The Run For Wings 5K Run/ Walk is touted as the fastest and flattest 5k in West MI and finishes on the airport tarmac. Your entry fee comes with free pancakes. :) There will be great placement finish prizes and door prizes for all participants. Premium T-Shirts will be offered as a choice with your registration. The run also features family-friendly activities -- helicopter rides, an antique car show, aircraft on display, a kids' zone, a character meet and greet, and many others.
100% of proceeds benefit Wings of Mercy. A wonderful local charity that helps thousands of folks in West Michigan get private airplane transportation for medical treatments for patients with low/limited disposable income. www.wingsofmercy.org
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👍 Run Pick of the Month: Bunyan Battle 5K
📍 Brighton, MI - November 7, 2026
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Paved 5K Scenic Run/Walk
✅ Custom Dri-Fit Race Shirt, Finisher Medal, and Photos
✅ Enjoy Fall Colors and Post-Race Refreshments
Kick off Gameday with a little friendly rivalry at the Bunyan Battle 5K, where Michigan and Michigan State fans hit the pavement before the big matchup. The scenic, paved course winds through Island Lake State Park, bringing fall colors, team spirit and a head-to-head battle for bragging rights to the starting line!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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