
53RD Annual
53rd ANNUAL Sgt. Preston Yukon King Run is a running race on January 1, 2027 in Muskegon, MI, with an entry fee of $35.
The Sgt Preston Yukon King Run began in 1974 and is one of Michigan's oldest running events. There are two options for the road race. The 5K Run is very flat and a good option for runners and walkers. The 6 Mile Run begins flat and transitions to some challenging hills that wind through the Muskegon State Park. Awards are presented to the top finishers of each age group in a heated tent after the run. Please, join us for the 53rd year!
PACKET PICK-UP
EARLY Pickup: December 31st from 10am - Noon at North Muskegon High School Lobby located on Fleming Street
RACE DAY Pickup: January 1st from 9:30am-10:30am at the Muskegon Luge Adventure Park main building.
Proceeds benefit North Muskegon Athletic Booster Club which supports student athletes at North Muskegon High School.
Results can be found at www.RunSignUp.com at this link - https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/14875/ or at www.RunnersEdgeRaceTiming.com
Find us on FACEBOOK at SGT. Preston Yukon New Year’s Run SGT. PRESTON YUKON KING NEW YEAR'S RUN
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
34°
Typical Low
23°
Chance of Rain
51%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Muskegon Co Ap, 9 mi from the venue.
Population
37,203
as of 2023
City Elevation
622 ft
Nearest Airport
MKG
Muskegon County Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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53rd ANNUAL Sgt. Preston Yukon King Run
Jan 1, 2027