Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- Gladwin North Park, Gladwin, MI
- Distance
- Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k · Virtual Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5K
From the Organizer
We are thrilled to announce the 2nd Annual Fast & Fosterous 5K & .5K hosted by Foster Families Navigation & Resource Center! 🎉We have great shirts available for those who register Prior to June 30th! Following that there may be very limited sizing available.
📅 Date: July 11, 2026 - registration starts at 7am, Race starts at 8am -
📍 Location: Gladwin North Park/Riverwalk Disc Golf/Skate Park - https://maps.app.goo.gl/K5s8djnUKPdShBvQA
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the fun, we've got a race for everyone! Lace-up your sneakers, bring your friends and family, and join us for a day filled with energy, community spirit, and support for foster families. 💙
🎽 5K for the runners
🎉 .5K for the fun-lovers (costumes highly encouraged!)
Packet Pick-Up - Friday night from 5-7pm at The Homestead (next to Redeemed Market Place) and Saturday morning beginning at 7am at Gladwin North Park.
Want to Sponsor? Sponsors Needed: Sign up here https://secure.qgiv.com/for/fastfosteroussponsorshiplevels/event/2026fastfosterous5k5ksponsorshiplevels/
Let's make history together — one step, one sprint, and one smile at a time.
Tag your running buddy and let’s make it a day to remember! 🏅
#FastAndFosterous #FFNRC5K #FosterTheFuture #RunForACause
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
82°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gladwin, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gladwin, MI
Elevation
862 ft
Nearest Airport
MBS
MBS International Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- Gladwin North Park, Gladwin, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k?
- Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k is a running race held in Gladwin, Michigan on July 11, 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 Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Gladwin, Michigan at Gladwin North Park, Gladwin, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fast & Fosterous 5k & .5k
Jul 11, 2026