Book It! Friends of the Waterford Library 5K
Book It! Friends of the Waterford Library 5K is a running race on May 1, 2027 in WATERFORD, MI, with entry fees from $30 to $35.
- Date
- May 1, 2027 (188 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us Saturday, May 1, 2027, for the Book It! 5K and Fun Run/Walk in support of the Waterford Township Public Library. This family friendly event welcomes kids and pets. The 5K will feature timing with results posted online at (LINK).
5K Run starts at 10:00 AM
5K Walk starts at 10:05 AM
Fun Run/Walk start at 10:10 AM
Entry fee includes a commemorative event t-shirt, participant medal, finisher medal for top 3 participants in each age category, a chance to win gifts from our sponsors and complimentary children's book for students. Price discounts available for the following:
- Ages 18 and under - $5.
- Groups of 5 or more: $5 discount for each member of the group.
DEADLINE EXTENDED: Register by Wednesday April 22, 2027, to guarantee a t-shirt and children's book as noted above.
Onsite registration closes at 9:30 am May 1, 2027.
Packet pick-up will start at 9:00 am on race morning. Check in will be at The Warming House, 5050 Civic Center Drive, Waterford, MI 48329. On the Civic Center Campus by the pond.
Event also includes an online Silent Auction of items donated by sponsors. Link now live.
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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
63°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pontiac Oakland Co Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
About WATERFORD, MI
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 33 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Book It! Friends of the Waterford Library 5K
- Date
- May 1, 2027
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Book It! Friends of the Waterford Library 5K
May 1, 2027