From the Organizer
Join Bath Township for the annual Bath Fest 5k run/walk on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM! The 5k run/walk will be held at the Bath High School Cross Country Course. This is a family friendly event, all ages and abilities are welcome!
Entry Fee: $30 early registration until July 19 (shirt guaranteed), $35 from July 20 - July 31 (limited shirts), $40 race day (no shirt)
Race Swag: Participants will receive an exclusive race t-shirt if registered by July 19. Shirts are limited in sizes after that date. Shirts will be available in youth and adult sizes.
Awards: 1st place to the overall male and female winners. 1st place to age group winners male and female: 14 & under, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, 70+
Results will be live and texted to you upon completion of the race. The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
Race Day Packet Pickup: 8:00 AM on race day at Bath High School
Proceeds from this event support Bath Fest.
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
Events
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
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bath, MI
Elevation
825 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 54 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bath Fest 5k?
- Bath Fest 5k is a running race held in Bath, Michigan on August 1, 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 Bath Fest 5k?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Bath, Michigan at Bath High School, Bath, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bath Fest 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bath Fest 5k
Aug 1, 2026