
From the Organizer
Have fun and get colorful with our 4th annual Cardinal Color Run! The race starts and finishes at Michigan Center High School, and the route takes you through lakeside neighborhoods where you will be splashed with color while music plays and people cheer for you. All proceeds go toward our Michigan Center running programs, specifically the cross country team and elementary running programs. Our goal is to provide a fun, family-friendly way for everyone to get moving and enjoy being together!
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
75°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jackson Reynolds Fld, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
946 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 40 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 49 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at MC Cardinal Color Run 5k Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
MC Cardinal Color Run 5k Run/Walk
Sep 12, 2026