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MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA

MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA is a running race on September 19, 2026 in East Lansing, MI, with entry fees from $20 to $35.

Date
September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
Price
$20–$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Miles for Medicine is a 5K run/walk and Kids Fun Run race that put on by the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) of Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine.

At SNMA, we believe that healthcare should be a human right accessible by all, not a privilege. 

This race:

  • Helps medical students make a difference locally, regionally, and nationally
  • Helps the community improve their health one step at a time.

Come out an enjoy family fun for all ages, free health screenings, music, games, and more, while making healthcare more accessible for everyone in our community.

 

Pricing: 5k run/walk $35 until 9/06, $40 from 9/07 to 9/18, $45 on race day. Kids $20. Virtual $20 (no shirt, run and support our organization) 

 

Race Swag: Participants registered by September 6th will receive an exclusive race t-shirt. Shirts are limited in sizes after that date and will available until they are sold out.  Shirts will be available in youth and adult sizes. 

 

Course: The event will start and finish at Conrad Hall. See the Course Map section along the top of the page. The fun run will be an out and back 

 

Awards: Overall 5K run/walk winners.  All fun run participants will receive a finisher medal.

 

Packet Pickup: Race day morning starting at 7:30 am at the race start/finish area (behind Conrad Hall) 

 

Results will be live and texted to you upon completion of the race. The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation

 

Proceeds: All donations and a portion of race proceeds will benefit Care Free Medical Clinic in Lansing, MI. Visit our donation page for further details. 

Events

5K Run/Walk$35
Kids Fun Run$20

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

75°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from East Lansing 4 S, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:22 AMSunset 7:40 PMDaylight 12h 18m

Host City

About East Lansing, MI

Population

45,394

as of 2023

City Elevation

847 ft

Nearest Airport

LAN

Capital Region International Airport · 6 mi

Major Hub

GRR

Gerald R. Ford International 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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Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA
Date
September 19, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to East Lansing than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA?+
MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA is a running race held in East Lansing, Michigan on September 19, 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 MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA?+
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in East Lansing, Michigan at 943 Conrad Rd.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

MSU Miles for Medicine - Powered by SNMA

Sep 19, 2026

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