From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up your sneakers, throw on some glitter, and race your heart out in honor of one of Lansing’s brightest lights!
Jodi's Sparkle Sprint isn’t your average run — it’s a joy-filled, costume-wearing, laughter-powered celebration of a woman who dedicated her life to making kids feel safe, seen, and special.
Not a runner? No worries! This is less than 1 mile and it is at your own pace! Whether you sprint, stroll, roll, or strut, you're invited to join this unforgettable day of movement, memories, and maximum sparkle.
👟 WHAT TO EXPECT:
Costumes welcome and encouraged! Dress up like your favorite camp counselor, childhood hero, animal, or walking disco ball. The sillier, the better. (Yes, we want to see a pack of glittery flamingos jog by.)
“Jodi Stations” along the course with bubbles, high-fives, impromptu dance-offs, and cheesy camp chants.
Finish line festivities including music, popsicles, goofy awards like “Most Spirited Sprinter” and “Sassiest Shuffle.”
🎉 WHY WE RUN:
We run to remember Jodi Ackerman — a mentor, friend, and force of joy who led with heart and made summer magic happen year after year.
All proceeds support training and recognition for the camp and after-school leaders who carry on her legacy — the young adults who make sure every child has a safe, fun, and empowering experience.
We're investing in the next generation of leaders — just like Jodi always did.
🏅 REGISTER NOW
Sparkle. Sprint. Remember. Celebrate.
Let’s keep her legacy moving — one joyful step at a time.
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
61°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
112,546
as of 2023
Elevation
864 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 50 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 Jodi's Sparkle Sprint, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Mayor's River Walk and Run 5K
Less than a mile away
Twilight Run
Less than a mile away
Lansing Juneteenth 5k Run/Walk/Roll
Less than a mile away
Trail Town 10K & 5K
Less than a mile away
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 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)
Jodi's Sparkle Sprint
Apr 24, 2027