Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run
Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run is a running race on July 18, 2026 in Gaylord, MI, with entry fees from $35 to $45.
- Date
- July 18, 2026 (3 days to go)
- Location
- 400 W Main Street, Gaylord, MI
- Price
- $35–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Events
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - Free (no medal or shirt)
5K Run/Walk - $35
10K Run - $45
T-shirts and medal are guaranteed to the first 300 paid registrants. Size is not guaranteed to those registered after 6/19/26.
Packet Pick up:
Packet pick up will be on Friday, July 17th from 5 – 7 pm at the Gaylord Trailhead pavilion across from the Chamber of Commerce or pickup at the same location on race day starting at 7:30 a.m. (400 W. Main Street, Gaylord MI 49735).
Start Times:
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - 8:00 a.m.
10K - 8:30 a.m.
5K Run/Walk - 8:45 a.m.
Race Information:
The course is out and back. The route is on the North Central State Trail, starting at the Gaylord Trailhead on Main Street.
Map of NCST: www.trailscouncil.org/north-central-state-trail-route/
Please note: the Alpenfest grand parade starts at noon and therefore Main Street will be blocked off until it concludes.
The starting line for the race will be on the trail next to the Gaylord Trailhead pavilion. There will be aid stations at the 5k and 10k turnarounds.
Times will be recorded and posted.
There are no refunds, deferrals or transfers. Thank you for understanding.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/18
High
77°
Low
57°
Conditions
Showers and thunderstorms likely
Chance of Rain
69%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About Gaylord, MI
Population
4,307
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,340 ft
Nearest Airport
PLN
Pellston Regional Airport of Emmet County Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 400 W Main Street, Gaylord, MI
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Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run
Jul 18, 2026