
From the Organizer
Better Together 4 Saranac presents the inaugural BT4S BridgeFest 5k! The 5k run/walk will be held on Saturday, August 22nd at 8:00 am. Participants will receive a race t-shirt and finishers medal. This is a family friendly event, all abilities and ages welcome.
Pricing: $25 until 8/09 (t-shirt guaranteed), $30 from 8/10 to 8/21 (limited shirts), $35 race day (t-shirts not guaranteed). Online registration only.
Course: Flat and paved 3.1 mile course. Perfect to run or walk. Stroller friendly. See link for course map at the top of the page.
Packet Pick: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am.
Results: Live after the event and posted on this website. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
Proceeds from the event support Better Together 4 Saranac - a collaborative nonprofit group in Saranac Michigan working together to make Saranac a better place by sharing info, creating events and activities.
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
79°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ionia 2ssw, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
1,973
as of 2023
Elevation
629 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 17 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
BT4S BridgeFest 5k
Aug 22, 2026