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Harborun

Date
August 8, 2026
Distance
5K Run · 5K Walk · 10K Run & more
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From the Organizer

A Harbor Days tradition! Includes a 5K Run, 5K Walk, 10K Run, and Kid's Fun Run. Proceeds support Elk Rapids' Schools Cross Country and Track & Field programs. This is a fast, flat course with some views of beautiful Lake Michigan. 

 

Registration Prices and Dates

April - August 6: $25

August 7: $30

August 8: $35

*Virtual Options: $20 available through race day (no t-shirt, bib, or awards, manually upload results starting on race day)

 

T-Shirts

T-Shirts are available with the 5K Run, 5K Walk, and 10K Run registrations.  Cutoff date for guaranteed t-shirt is July 10!

 

Early Packet Pickup

Location: TBA

Friday, 5-7pm

Race Day Saturday, 6:30-7:30am

 

Age Groups (Awards for 5K Run and 10K Run Only)

1-7, 8-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-120

 

Overall Winners (Awards for 5K Run and 10K Run Only)

1st place Gender, Master (40+), and Grand Master (60+)

 

Results

2024 Results

2025 Results

Events

5K Run7:45 AMRegister →
5K Walk7:45 AMRegister →
10K Run7:45 AMRegister →
Kid's Fun Run7:45 AMRegister →
Virtual 5K Run12 AMRegister →
Virtual 5K Walk12 AMRegister →
Virtual 10K Run12 AMRegister →

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

79°

Typical Low

59°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Old Mission 3ssw, 6 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:36 AMSunset 9:00 PMDaylight 14h 24m

Host City

About Elk Rapids, MI

Population

1,558

as of 2023

Elevation

589 ft

Nearest Airport

TVC

Cherry Capital Airport · 14 mi

Major Hub

GRR

Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 139 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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Race
Harborun
Date
August 8, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Harborun?
Harborun is a running race held in Elk Rapids, Michigan on August 8, 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 Harborun?
Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Elk Rapids, Michigan at N Bayshore Drive, Elk Rapids, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Harborun?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Harborun

Aug 8, 2026

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