Comet 5k run/walk
Comet 5k run/walk is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Grand Ledge, MI, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Come support your Grand Ledge Comet Marching Band on Saturday, July 25th for the annual Comet 5k run/walk. Band members will play for you along the route! Water stations and post-race snacks will be provided. This is a family friendly event all ages and abilities are welcome!
Parking: At Beagle Middle school, 600 W. South Street. Turn at Jenne street to South Street and pull into the Beagle parking lot. (The street (Lohne Drive) at the roundabout will not be open.)
Registration fees: $35 through July 12th. $40 from July 13th to July 24th. $45 Race day. Run for FREE - details HERE.
Registration fee students: Ages 18 and under only $25.
Special Family Pricing: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $3 per person. Savings automatically applied during registration.
Awards:
Overall Male and Overall Female Awards - Gift Certificates
Age Group Awards for Male and Female - Medals
9 and under
10-14
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60+
Race Swag: All participants who register by July 13th will receive a t-shirt. T-shirts available after that date as supplies last.
Early Packet Pickup: Friday 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Grand Ledge Track Complex: 1121 Lohne Dr, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Race day Packet pickup: Morning of the race starting at 7:30 am
Course: The 5k run/walk starts and finishes at Grand Ledge High School track
Results: Available live and on this page after the race
Proceeds: All proceeds from the event will support the Grand Ledge Marching Band.
Virtual event: If you are unable to participate in person sign up for the virtual event, t-shirts are included with registration by July 12th. Price is $40 and includes shipping. There are no awards for the virtual event, however you can enter your results after you complete your run/walk. Results can be entered on the results page.
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
83°
Low
64°
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
17%
Wind
3 to 10 mph
Host City
About Grand Ledge, MI
Population
7,797
as of 2023
City Elevation
823 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Comet 5k run/walk
Jul 25, 2026