
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:
Registration Fees:
Awards:
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.
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
74°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Laporte, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
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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New Buffalo Township Fired Up 5K
Sep 19, 2026