
Bauman's Charity Race is a running race on July 29, 2026 in Flint, MI, with entry fees from $10 to $30.
From the Organizer
The Bauman's Charity Race is Wednesday, July 29th at Kettering University! Partial proceeds will go towards the Vocational Independence Program - VIP.
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DATE:
Wednesday, July 29th 2026 - 6:00PM
STARTING TIME:
Superhero 1/2K Dash starts at 5:45 PM.
The 5K Run and Walk starts at 6:00 PM.
1 Mile Fun Run & Walk starts at 6:20 PM.
LOCATION:
Kettering University Recreation Center—1700 W. Third Ave, Flint, MI 48504 From I-75, exit Corunna Rd., go east to Ballenger Hwy., then left to Sunset, then right onto the campus.
COURSE:
100% paved through beautiful Mott Park residential area, around the park, golf course, touching parts of the Crim and Old Tuuri courses. Great downhill finish.
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REGISTRATION:
Early registration must be postmarked by July 22nd , 2026. Late registration and packet pick-up either at Bauman's Running & Walking Shop, July 28th, from 12:00AM to 6:00 PM and on Race Day from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Race Day Registration is also available at Kettering at 5:00 PM.
ENTRY FEE:
All Registrations Receive a High Quality Tech-Shirt!
On or before July 22nd - $30.00
Late Registration - $35.00
Students (High School & Under):
On or before July 22nd - $15.00
Late Registration - $20.00
Student Pricing available in-store using offline form.
Kid's Superhero 1/2K:
On or before July 22nd - $10.00
Late Registration - $15.00
FACILITIES:
Restrooms, showers and lockers available at Kettering University Recreation Center. Please bring your own towels and locks.
AWARDS:
Overall and Masters Male and Female Run & Walk win a $50.00 gift certificate from Bauman's Running & Walking Shop. All entries receive a T-shirt and $5.00 off any purchase at Bauman's Running & Walking Shop. T-shirts for late registrations may not be available on race day. The first place finisher in each age group will receive a $25.00 gift certificate to Bauman's. All participants in the Super Hero and 1 Mile will receive a special award.
AGE GROUPS:
RUNNERS: Awards to Overall and Masters, male & female: 12 & under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.
HEAVYWEIGHT DIVISION:
Three special award categories for men 185-199 pounds, 200-219 and 220 pounds and over. You must check appropriate box and indicate weight on entry form. (FORMS ONLY)
WALKERS:
Male & female: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.
REFRESHMENTS:
Lots of great refreshments, veggies and fruit at the finish.
SEND ENTRIES TO:
Charity Race, c/o Bauman’s Running Shop, 1473 W. Hill Road, Flint, MI 48507 or drop entry off at the store.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO:
Bauman’s Running & Walking Shop
INFORMATION:
Bauman's Running & Walking Shop, (810) 238-5981
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Flint 7w, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
80,835
as of 2023
City Elevation
733 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 58 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Bauman's Charity Race
Jul 29, 2026