Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $10–$40
From the Organizer
Capital City Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 24, 2026
Footprints of Michigan is proud to bring you the Capital City Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), is a celebration of life and death of all ages. While the holiday originated in Mexico, it is celebrated all over Latin America and the US. Come dressed up and ready to celebrate tradition, community, and diversity.
Participants are encouraged to wear traditional Dia de los Muertos face paint, flowers and other attire. FAMILY FUN EVENT!
Location: Granger Meadows Park
Cost 5k: Pre-registration before October 16th (all ages) $40.00 - includes Dia de los Muertos t-shirt. After pre-registration date $45.00 (all ages), t-shirt as supplies last Not guaranteed a T shirt.
Carrera de Los Niños (Kids Run): $10 Registration after pre registration Kids will receive medal, bib , and goodie bag. (300 yards)
Awards: All participants (excludes kids run) will receive a beautiful Dia de Los Muertos finisher medal and T- Shirt
Packet pick up: Will be at Footprints of Michigan Office at 3010 W. Saint Joseph St. Lansing, MI 48917 from 4PM to 6PM ON FRIDAY 23rd.
Race will start at 10:00 am for runners. 11:00 am for walkers/rollers
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and on this website.
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
57°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lansing, MI
Population
112,546
as of 2023
City Elevation
864 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 50 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.
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- Race
- Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll?
- Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll is a running race held in Lansing, Michigan on October 24, 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 Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Lansing, Michigan at 1745 Granger Meadows Ln. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Capital City Dia de Los Muertos 5k Run/Walk/Roll
Oct 24, 2026