Playmakers Holiday Classic
- Date
- December 24, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Kids Reindeer Run
From the Organizer
It’s the most "Run"derful time of the year!
Bundle up and embrace the spirit of the season with Playmakers at our favorite wintertime tradition! Our Holiday Classic Fun Run/Walk brings a flurry of festive energy to the heart of Lansing.
Whether you're dashing for a personal best or strolling with the family, you’ll enjoy a frosty 5K loop through downtown. The best part? Warm up with a cup of the city's best cocoa and a mountain of cookies after you cross the finish line!
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
33°
Typical Low
21°
Chance of Rain
45%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lansing, MI
Population
112,546
as of 2023
Elevation
864 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 50 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Playmakers Holiday Classic, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
199
Days to train
- Race
- Playmakers Holiday Classic
- Date
- December 24, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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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.
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Playmakers Holiday Classic?
- Playmakers Holiday Classic is a running race held in Lansing, Michigan on December 24, 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 Playmakers Holiday Classic?
- Thursday, December 24, 2026 in Lansing, Michigan at 325 Riverfront Dr, Lansing, Lansing, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Playmakers Holiday Classic?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Playmakers Holiday Classic
Dec 24, 2026