
GRAAHI Rhythm 5K Run and 5K Walk is a running race on August 15, 2026 in Grand Rapids, MI, with entry fees from $12 to $30.
From the Organizer
Lace up your shoes and be part of a beloved annual tradition! The 5K Rhythm Run welcomes participants of all fitness levels, offering an accessible and fun way to get active and support community health.
We invite you to lace up your walking shoes or gear up for a run, and we encourage you to sign up as a team! Representing your organization at the Rhythm Run is a fantastic way to promote health and wellness while fostering team spirit. Together, with each stride we take, we can raise awareness about health disparities and create a healthier Kent County for everyone.
Included in your registration: Officially timed event, Run T-Shirt, finishing medal and Refreshments. (Must register by August 1st to guarantee a T-shirt)
New Age group awards this year!
5k Run
Overall Male and Female, Masters Male and Female
Award Medals will be given to top 3 in each age group 12 and under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39. 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and up
5K Walk Award Medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Overall
Events
Weather
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
81°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from E Grand Rapids, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
197,768
as of 2023
City Elevation
741 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 8 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at GRAAHI Rhythm 5K Run and 5K Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
23
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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GRAAHI Rhythm 5K Run and 5K Walk
Aug 15, 2026