
From the Organizer
Join us for a morning of movement, community, and purpose at the Journey to the Farm 5K. This isn’t just a race; it’s a step toward a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
All proceeds benefit Flawless Farms, an Intentional Community of Neurodiversity Support (ICONS). We are dedicated to creating a safe, innovative environment where individuals with Autism and Intellectual Developmental Disabilities—and their families—can harness their maximum potential. For more information about this non-profit, please visit www.flawlessfarmsmi.com
Location: Cascades Falls Park (at the base of the Falls)
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Events:
- 5K Run
- 5K Walk
Registration Fees:
- Individual: $30 (increases to $35 on August 1; $40 on race day)
- Youth (13-17): $25 (increases to $30 on August 1; $35 on race day)
- Kids (12 and under): $20 (increases to $25 on August 1; $30 on race day)
- Team/Group (4+ members): $25 per person (increases to $30 on August 1)
Shirt Information:
A shirt is included with registration. Participants may opt out to save $5. Please note that shirts are not guaranteed for those registering on the day of the event.
- Sizes: Youth S, M, L; Adult S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X
Finisher Medals:
All participants will receive a finisher's medal.
Awards:
- Overall Awards: Presented to the top male and female finishers in the Open (all ages), Master (40+), and Senior Master (60+) categories for both the 5K Run and 5K Walk.
- Age Group Awards: Presented to the top three finishers in the following groups:
- 5K Run: 0-12, 13-14, 15-17, 18-24, 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+
- 5K Walk: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Timing:
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live during the race and posted on the website.
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
70°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jackson Reynolds Fld, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
31,206
as of 2023
Elevation
932 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 38 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 54 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
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110
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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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.
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Journey to the Farm 5K
Sep 26, 2026