Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run
Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Grand Rapids, MI, with entry fees from $8 to $25.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Price
- $8–$25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The 2026 Calvin Classic 5k & Youth Fun Run is on Saturday, September 26!
This race has both in-person and virtual options. For Grand Rapids locals, run or walk the course with us on Calvin University's enclosed campus. For non-locals, run from wherever you are! Registration remains open through race day.
All individual race information, as well as pricing, can be found by clicking the Event Info tab at the top of the page. Details to be aware of:
- No refunds will be provided, and event transfers are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- In case of severe weather, local, state or national emergency, and matters of public health safety, race directors reserve the right to cancel the race without refund and transfer registrations to the virtual race option.
- No pets are permitted on the racecourse.
- Packet Pick-up will be on Friday, 9/25 from 3:30-6 p.m. or Saturday, 9/26 from 7-8:25 a.m. in the Spoelhof Fieldhouse Lobby.
This event supports the Calvin Alumni Association and allows us to continue to offer networking events, lifelong learning opportunities, and other resources to you as a Knight for Life. Thank you for your support!
Events
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
70°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Grand Rapids, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Grand Rapids, MI
Population
197,768
as of 2023
City Elevation
741 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 8 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
65
Days to train
- Race
- Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run
Sep 26, 2026