Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- Priority Health 5K · Michigan Planners 10K · Michigan Planners McKinley Challenge 15k & more
From the Organizer
Celebrate 53 years of the Meijer Festival of Race presented by Cherry Bay Orchards by signing up for the Priority Health 5k, the Michigan Planners 10k, the Michigan Planners McKinley Challenge 15k or the Michigan Planners Half Marathon today! This race series celebrates the beauty and agriculture in the Traverse City Area provides unique race experience such as finishing on a parade route or running through an orchard (Half Marathon only).
Events
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
80°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Traverse City Munson, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Traverse City, MI
Elevation
581 ft
Nearest Airport
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards
- Date
- July 11, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards?
- Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards is a running race held in Traverse City, Michigan on July 11, 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 Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan at 521 S Union Street, Traverse City, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards
Jul 11, 2026