St. John Applefest Road Race
Fenton, Michigan, United States
Sep 19, 2026 - Saturday
1mi, 5k, 10k
Race Information
Join St. John the Evangelist Catholic Parish for the Annual Applefest Road Race in beautiful Fenton! This classic event features 100% paved road courses and takes runners through the scenic streets of Fenton.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this long-standing tradition! The race offers a 1-mile, 5k, or 10k course plus a kids' race. You can also take on the Double Challenge (1-mile race plus the 5k or 10k)!
Registration includes entry into the 5k, chip timing with live results, a custom finisher medal, overall and age-group awards, race photos, and post-race refreshments. Participants can choose to add a custom Dri-Fit race shirt to their registration. After the race, runners return to St. Johns for the award ceremony, pancake breakfast, and Applefest! Race Participants will receive a discount at the pancake breakfast.
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😄 Why We Like This Run
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✅ Custom Dri-Fit Race Shirt, Finisher Medal, Race Bib, and Race Photos
✅ Post-race refreshments
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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