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BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run

BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run is a running race on May 31, 2027 in Dansville, MI, with entry fees from $5 to $35.

Date
May 31, 2027 (236 days to go)
Price
$5–$35
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

49th Annual Memorial Day Bigfoot Challenge 5K/8K and now a competitive 3K walk. 8:30Am Start. Come to little town of Dansville and Run with Bigfoot! There is a Parade following the race at 12PM. All entries receive a T-shirt and a Bigfoot Finishing Medal. New 250th year design is here! Sign up early to be guaranteed a shirt. You will not want to miss out!

Entry Fee: $27 until 1/02, $29 until 3/02, $31 until 5/02. Day of Registration available for $45.. Register early for the discounted fee and to guarantee a shirt. Please email cherepepper@gmail.com for a family discount code for 3 or more. 

Little Foot race 12 and under: Entry fee $15 Little Foot, $20 Day of race. Starts at 8:10 am on the track, Includes a cool medal and a T-shirt. Run one lap or two, your choice!. Bigfoot (Sasquatch) will be running one lap with younger kids, see if you can beat him! 

Results: Your accurate chip time on the 5K /8K and 3K. Overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. 

Age Group Awards:3K, 5K & 8k Bigfoot Trophies to Top 3 in each age group: 12 & under, 13-14 15-16, 17-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+     

Overall Awards for both 5K & 8K LARGE BIGFOOT TROPHIES Male and Female: Overall, Master (Over 40), Grand Master (Over 50), Senior Master (Over 60).  3K walk will have the same Large Bigfoot Trophies for Overall Male/Female.  .

Awards: Self Serve awards, photos and announcements for overall winners in all races.

Packet Pick Up:  Sunday night 6:30-7pm at the High School track, Race Day starting at 7:00 am at the Dansville High School Track, $49 for race day registration.

Events

Little Foot$5
Little Foot Race (ages 11 and under)$10
12 and under Little Foot Kids Race$15
Little Foot Race$15
5k Run/Walk$20
8k Run$20
Bigfoot Challenge 8K Run only$25
Bigfoot Challenge 5k Run/Walk$25
12 & under 5k Run +Little foot option$30
12 and Under Little Foot plus the 5k (both 5k and kids race)$35

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

75°

Typical Low

53°

Chance of Rain

36%

Based on US Climate Normals data from East Lansing 4 S, 13 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:02 AMSunset 9:07 PMDaylight 15h 4m

About Dansville, MI

Population

597

as of 2023

City Elevation

933 ft

Nearest Airport

LAN

Capital Region International Airport · 22 mi

Major Hub

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 53 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

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

Race Location

Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.

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Waiting For?

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Days to train

Race
BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run
Date
May 31, 2027

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run?
BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run is a running race held in Dansville, Michigan on May 31, 2027. 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 BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run?
Monday, May 31, 2027 in Dansville, Michigan at 1264 Adams St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

BIGFOOT CHALLENGE 5K/8K Memorial Day Run

May 31, 2027

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