Alex's Duck Duck Run
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Distance
- 1K Kids' Fun Run · 5K Run & Walk · Duck Duck Supporter (T-Shirt Only)
From the Organizer
The 5K course will take runners and walkers along the beautiful St. Joseph River and two Lake Michigan beaches. Participants will race along Silver Beach, Lions Park Beach and Howard Recreational Trail and then through the Whirlpool Compass Fountain. The race begins and ends at the Margaret Upton Arboretum. The 5K begins at 9 a.m.
The non-competitive 1K fun run (0.62 miles) begins prior to the 5K. With volunteers cheering along the way, the children will follow a paved sidewalk and safe route. Parents are encouraged to run with younger children. All participants will receive a race bib, rubber duck award and t-shirt. The 1K Kids' Fun Run begins at 8:40 a.m.
All proceeds from the event will benefit The Alex Mandarino Foundation, founded by Tony & Katie Mandarino to honor the courage and strength of their son, Alex. The Alex Mandarino Foundation is a 501(c) 3 not for profit organization dedicated to helping save the lives of children with neuroblastoma and other rare pediatric cancers. Our mission is to provide critical funding for research related to the prevention, treatment, and ultimate cure of neuroblastoma. By participating in Alex's Duck Duck Run you are helping fund new medicine that will increase survival rates of kids with cancer.
Visit www.thealexmandarinofoundation.org for more information.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
85°
Low
66°
Conditions
Slight chance rain showers then slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
33%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About Saint Joseph, MI
Nearest Airport
SBN
South Bend International Airport · 26 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 68 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Alex's Duck Duck Run
- Date
- June 13, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Alex's Duck Duck Run?
- Alex's Duck Duck Run is a running race held in Saint Joseph, Michigan on June 13, 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 Alex's Duck Duck Run?
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Saint Joseph, Michigan at Margaret Upton Arboretum, Saint Joseph, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Alex's Duck Duck Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Alex's Duck Duck Run
Jun 13, 2026