Moonlight Bootlegger 5k - Northville, MI
Moonlight Bootlegger 5k - Northville, MI is a running race on May 8, 2027 in Northville, MI, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- May 8, 2027 (184 days to go)
- Location
- 49601 8 Mile Rd, Northville, MI
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Miles, Moonshine, and Music — Under the Stars
If you’re looking for a night running experience unlike anything else in Southeast Michigan, mark your calendar for May 8, 2027 and join us for the 15th annual Moonlight Bootlegger 5K at beautiful Maybury State Park in Northville, MI. Since 2012, thousands of runners have stepped into the shadows to take on this after-dark trail adventure—blending the thrill of trail running with the energy of live music and the camaraderie of a shared post-race celebration.
Inspired by the Prohibition-era bootleggers, you’ll race through the woods like you’re making a midnight run to escape the law—guided only by your headlamp, the moon, and the warm glow of 300+ tea lights marking the course. The route offers a mix of wide trails and flowing singletrack, making it perfect for experienced trail runners chasing a PR or road runners trying trails for the first time.
What to Expect:
- Date & Location: Saturday, May 8, 2027 – Maybury State Park, Northville, MI
- Start Time: 9:00 pm race start for a true night running experience
- Course: Wide trails + singletrack, well-marked and tea light-lit
- Headlamp Required: No light, no run!
- Post-Race Celebration: Live bluegrass music at the finish line
- Race Swag: Custom mason jar + two moonshine cocktails or mocktails, soft gender-specific tech shirt
- Community Vibe: Perfect for run clubs, groups, and friends who want an unforgettable night outdoors
Why Run Moonlight Bootlegger 5K?
- Unique nighttime trail running experience in Southeast Michigan
- Perfect for first-time trail runners or chasing a trail PR
- Celebrate with live bluegrass music under the stars
- Enjoy post-race cocktails or mocktails in a keepsake mason jar
- Run club friendly—gather your crew and make it a night out
- Scenic mix of wide paths and flowing singletrack lit by hundreds of tea lights
- A race that blends community, adventure, and celebration
So grab your headlamp, rally your crew, and get ready to run through the night like an outlaw. At Moonlight Bootlegger 5K, the trails are calling, the music is playing, and the moonshine is waiting for you at the finish line.
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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
66°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Farmington, 9 mi from the venue.
About Northville, MI
City Elevation
862 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 16 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Moonlight Bootlegger 5k - Northville, MI
- Date
- May 8, 2027
- Location
- 49601 8 Mile Rd, Northville, MI
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Moonlight Bootlegger 5k - Northville, MI
May 8, 2027