Dragons in the Woods
- Date
- October 17, 2026
- Location
- 881 Grovenburg Rd, Holt, MI
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Dragons In The Woods is in its 13th season! We are excited to be back in 2026! The race will again be run on the majestic trails of Birchfield Park, in Holt. This challenging trail run is great for the seasoned runner or for families who want to walk/run together. All proceeds from the race benefit Island City Academy, a charter school in Eaton Rapids. Come out and join us Saturday, October 17th and compete for your chance to win one of four, awesome trophies!
Pricing - $25 until 10/04, then $30 until 10/16. Be sure to register early for a great discount and to be guaranteed a race shirt! T-shirts are guaranteed until 10/08, supplies available as they last after that date.
Group/Family pricing available - Sign up to 4 participants for only $85 until 10/04. Price increases to $95 from 10/05 until 10/16.
Awards for the Overall and Masters (40 and up), male and female. Pint glasses to the top three male and female in each age group.
Age groups: 12 and under, 13-16, 17-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-35, 36-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55, 56-60, 61 and over.
Packet Pick-up will begin at 8:00 am day of the race
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and live 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
61°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from East Lansing 4 S, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Holt, MI
Elevation
889 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Coming Up
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Half Marathon · 10K · 5K
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Dragons in the Woods?
- Dragons in the Woods is a running race held in Holt, Michigan on October 17, 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 Dragons in the Woods?
- Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Holt, Michigan at 881 Grovenburg Rd, Holt, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Dragons in the Woods?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Dragons in the Woods
Oct 17, 2026