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New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K

Date
September 19, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk
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From the Organizer

About This Event:

Your participation in the New Buffalo Township Fire 5K helps provide our NBT firefighters with equipment they need to better serve our community. Run on the new non-motorized path along Red Arrow Highway and wind through Union Pier. Pre and post-race activities will be held in Timothy's Restaurant parking lot.

 

Event Date: 
September 19, 2026  (9:00 am Michigan time)

 
Event Location:
Timothy's Restaurant, 16409 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI  49129

 
Event Times:

  • Friday Early Packet Pickup (Sept. 18th) at New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Michigan time.
  • Saturday Event Day Packet Pickup (Sept. 19th) 7:30 - 8:30 am Michigan time.
  • Saturday Race Time 5K Run/Walk - 9:00 am Michigan time.

Registration Fees:

  • $25 Early Registration (now through August 1, 2024)  Includes Tee Shirt 
  • $30 Late Registration (August 2 to September 18, 2024) (11:59 pm)
  • $35 Same Day Registration
  • Tee Shirts are only Guaranteed through September 7th.  Limited amounts of extra tee shirts will be available on a "First Come, First Serve Basis".

Awards: 

  • Overall Male and Female
  • Age Categories  14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over

Tee Shirts:
To be guaranteed a tee shirt, registration must be completed before September 7th (11:59 pm).  A limited amount of extra tee shirts will be ordered but will be available on a "First Come First Serve" basis during packet pickup (race day). 

 

Timing and Scoring: 
Provided by MAC's Sports Timing - Results will be posted during the event and online at www.macssportstiming.com 

 

Weather Disclaimer:
We want everyone to have a fun and safe experience!  We hope that our race proceeds without any delay! However, race directors have the right to cancel the race due to inclement weather, or other unforeseen reason that would jeopardize racer or volunteer safety. In these circumstances, refunds will not be made.  We thank you in advance for your understanding.

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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

74°

Typical Low

54°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Laporte, 15 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:32 AMSunset 7:51 PMDaylight 12h 19m

Host City

About Union Pier, MI

Elevation

625 ft

Nearest Airport

MGC

Michigan City Municipal Airport · 11 mi

Major Hub

MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport · 55 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race
New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K
Date
September 19, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K?
New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K is a running race held in Union Pier, 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 New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K?
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Union Pier, Michigan at 16409 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K

Sep 19, 2026

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