Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk
Brighton, Michigan, United States
Nov 7, 2026 - Saturday
5k
Race Information
Join the "Bunyan Battle 5K" at Island Lake State Park in Brighton, MI (requires a State Park pass for entry). Get ready to kick off game day in the best possible way - with a run! The Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk brings fans together (and sometimes divides them!) as Michigan and Michigan State football face off later in the day. Whether you bleed maize and blue or green and white, this race is your chance to show your colors and show off for your team before the big game! The scenic course at Island Lake State Park on the Island Lake Trail showcases fall colors at their peak on a completely paved 5K course.
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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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