Paczki 5K Dash/Walk
- Date
- April 24, 2027
- Distance
- Paczki 5K Dash/Walk
From the Organizer
Paczki 5K Dash Run/Walk
This race is an USATF sanctioned race.
Packet Pickup: Day of the Race at Heritage Landing beginning at 7:30 am & Day before 4/24 @ Betten Chevrolet, 3-6 pm, 2474 Henry St, Muskegon, MI 49441, in the Cadillac Showroom.
Muskegon Polish Festival - the crew that brings pierogi, polka, and paczki joy every Labor Day - is launching its 1st Annual Paczki 5K Dash! The Paczki 5K Dash/Walk is chip timed by Runner's Edge Race Timing, starts at Heritage Landing and follows Muskegon's beautiful Lakeshore Trail, professionally marked and measured to 5K on April 25th, 2026. The Muskegon Polish Festival enjoys the phenomenal support of Betten Automotive Group who will showcase beautiful new vehicles in Heritage Park. Betten continues its community minded philosophy by being the premier sponsor of this inaugural event. This race is a USATF sanctioned event and is supported by Run Muskegon.
Overall male and female top finishers receive a $250 Dicks Sporting Goods Gift card.
Overall Master male and female winners will receive a generous Muskegon Polish Festival package for entry, drinks, and food.
Overall Grand Master male and female winners will receive a generous Muskegon Polish Festival package for entry, drinks, and food.
Award Age Groups: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
EVERY finisher will receive a completion certificate in the form of a Free entry to the Muskegon Polish Festival, a Moratz Bakery PACZKI, and CoreLife Eatery's lemonade or warm broth.
Every step helps keep the Muskegon Polish Festival thriving and fuels its support of local nonprofits and community organizations. Runners aren't just chasing pastries-they're helping preserve Polish heritage ad giving back to Muskegon in a meaningful way. Noah Project will be on site Saturday, collecting donations from their Wish List and weather permitting, will have an Adoption Event.
*Please remember, registrations are final, and we won’t be able to offer refunds or transfers.
Please Note: No dogs allowed, No refunds or credit card charge backs.
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
60°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Muskegon Co Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Muskegon, MI
Population
37,203
as of 2023
Elevation
622 ft
Nearest Airport
MKG
Muskegon County Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 43 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Paczki 5K Dash/Walk
- Date
- April 24, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Paczki 5K Dash/Walk?
- Paczki 5K Dash/Walk is a running race held in Muskegon, Michigan on April 24, 2027. 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 Paczki 5K Dash/Walk?
- Saturday, April 24, 2027 in Muskegon, Michigan at 1050 Seventh St (Heritage Landing), Muskegon, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Paczki 5K Dash/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Paczki 5K Dash/Walk
Apr 24, 2027