From the Organizer
A 5K running race and also 5K and 1 mile walk options that start at Zion Lutheran Church! This is an event being brought to the Mt. Pleasant community by Zion Lutheran Church located at 3401 E River Rd in Mt. Pleasant, MI. The goal is to provide fellowship amongst the community of Mt. Pleasant enjoying God’s creation through exercise!
If you would like to run for FREE, you are more than welcome to. Please still register. If you would like a t-shirt and/or a Brat-Fest meal for a small fee, please sign up through the appropriate option on this homepage.
Registration and shirt pick up will be from 9:30 AM - 10:25 AM the day of the race.
Join us after the race as we host our annual Brat Fest near the finish line at the pavilion (all participants that have paid will receive a brat, appetizers, dessert, and beverages)! We will even be hosting an auto show at the same time. We will also have inflatables, yard games and other fun entertainment. For more information on the Brat-Fest and auto show, check out the Brat-Fest website: https://sites.google.com/mp.edzone.net/brat-fest/home
Location of the start /finish line of the race: Zion Lutheran Church by the pavilion (3401 E River Rd). Race starts at 10:30 AM on Saturday September 12, 2026!
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Weather
Typical Conditions
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
76°
Typical Low
53°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Central Michigan Univ, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mount Pleasant, MI
City Elevation
814 ft
Nearest Airport
MBS
MBS International Airport · 37 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the 5K for the King (2026)?
- 5K for the King (2026) is a running race held in Mount Pleasant, Michigan on September 12, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 5K for the King (2026)?
- Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Mount Pleasant, Michigan at 3401 E River Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 5K for the King (2026)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
5K for the King (2026)
Sep 12, 2026