Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- Freedom River, Brighton, MI
- Distance
- 5K Run · 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Gleaners Community Food Bank is excited to announce the 2nd annual Hunger Free Summer 5K Run and Walk! With the support of our incredible community, Gleaners continues to work toward our mission of creating a food-secure Southeast Michigan.
When school is out, many children lose access to the meals they rely on, but the Hunger Free Summer campaign helps bridge that gap. Gleaners can provide 3 meals for every dollar donated. Thanks to a match from Citizens and other generous donors, for every dollar raised through run registrations or donations, Gleaners can provide six meals to families facing hunger.
Please join us as we race toward a food-secure community on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Freedom River in Brighton, Michigan.
Pricing:
5k run/walk early registration including shirt $30 until 6/07, then $35 with limited shirt sizes available. $40 on race day with no shirt.
1 mile fun run/walk early registration including shirt $25 until 6/07, then $30 with limited shirt sizes available. $35 on race day with no shirt. (please note the 1 mile run/walk is an untimed event)
Awards: Running Lab gift certificates to the Overall Male and Female finishers and Overall Master Male and Female Winners. Awards to the top 3 in age groups (male and female) 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Early Packet Pickup: June 18 | 4:00-7:00 PM, The Running Lab | 409 W Main St, Brighton, MI 48116
Race Day Packet Pickup: June 20 | 7:00 AM, Race Location - Freedom River | 6716 Winans Lake Rd. Brighton, MI 48116
Parking: Plenty of onsite parking
Course: Cross country type course including trails, fields, pavement with slight hills. Race is chipped timed.
Team awards: Award for the Largest Team, the Most Spirited Team, and the Largest Fundraising Team. See "Teams" at the top of the page for more information.
Results: The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results are live during the event and posted 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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Milford Gm Proving Ground, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brighton, MI
Elevation
941 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- Freedom River, Brighton, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race?
- Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race is a running race held in Brighton, Michigan on June 20, 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 Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Brighton, Michigan at Freedom River, Brighton, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Race
Jun 20, 2026