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✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race

✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race is a running race on December 26, 2026 in Flushing, MI, with an entry fee of $25.

Date
December 26, 2026 (151 days to go)
Price
$25
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

DATE: Saturday, December 27th, 2025 – 10:00AM

STARTING TIME:
5K Run and 5K Walk both start at 10:00AM. 

LOCATION – NEW FOR 2025:
Flushing High School – 5039 Deland Rd, Flushing, MI 48433

Due to the closing of the old YMCA and ongoing challenges securing a new downtown course in 2025, this year’s event will be held on the Riverbend Striders’ Flushing course, with the aim to return to flint in 2026. Both the Run and Walk will start and finish at Flushing High School and wind through a Flushing neighborhood. There is not an 8K Run this year.

COURSE:
A 100% paved, accurately measured (not certified) course through a Flushing neighborhood and surrounding streets.
Mile markers will be placed as weather permits. 

ENTRY FEES:

Event WITH Hoody
Adults (Over 18): $35
Students: $30
Late Registration (After 12/19): Add $5

Adults Late: $40
Students Late: $35
Event No Hoody / Medal Only
On or Before December 19: $25
Late Registration: $30

Riverbend Striders Members: Deduct $2 from the pre-registration fee only.

SHIRTS / HOODIES & AWARDS:
All pre-registered participants selecting the hoody option will receive a high-quality premium hoody.

Medals awarded to the first 500 registered participants.

Awards to Overall and Masters Male & Female in both the 5K Run and 5K Walk, plus awards in all age groups.

REGISTRATION:
Early registration ends December 19, 2025.
After that date, late registration rates apply.

Race Day Registration:
Begins at 8:30AM at Flushing High School.

OFFLINE REGISTRATION FORM:

Download Offline Registration Form (PDF)

COURSE MAP:

PACKET PICKUP
Packets and Late Registration available at:

Bauman’s Running & Walking Shop
1473 W. Hill Road, Flint, MI 48507

Friday, December 26th – 12:00PM to 6:00PM

We cannot guarantee hoodies to late registrants. Late hoodies may be available up to two weeks after the race at Bauman’s.

 
SHIRTS / HOODIES & AWARDS
All pre-registered participants selecting the hoody option will receive a high-quality premium hoody.
Medals awarded to the first 500 registered participants.
Awards to Overall and Masters Male & Female in both the 5K Run and 5K Walk, plus awards in all age groups.

 
AGE GROUPS
5K Run (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 & Over.

5K Walk (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 & Over.

 
MAIL-IN ENTRIES
Resolution Run & Walk
Bauman’s Running & Walking Shop
1473 W. Hill Road
Flint, MI 48507

Make checks payable to: Charity Race
Or register online at www.werunthistown.com

 
INFORMATION
Bauman’s Running & Walking Shop
(810) 238-5981
www.werunthistown.com

Events

5K Run$25
5K Walk$25

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

32°

Typical Low

20°

Chance of Rain

40%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Flint 7w, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 8:05 AMSunset 5:06 PMDaylight 9h 1m

Host City

About Flushing, MI

Population

8,323

as of 2023

City Elevation

741 ft

Nearest Airport

FNT

Bishop International Airport · 9 mi

Major Hub

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 64 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race
Date
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About This Sport

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Coming from out of town? There's more to Flushing than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the ✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race?+
✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race is a running race held in Flushing, Michigan on December 26, 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 ✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race?+
Saturday, December 26, 2026 in Flushing, Michigan at 5039 Deland Rd, Flushing, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the ✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

✨ Bauman's New Year's Resolution Race

Dec 26, 2026

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