From the Organizer
Join your local YAC Groups (Sault Area High School & Rudyard High School) as the present the first ever Riverfest 5K Color Run. This event will start at Rotary Island and take you on a scenic route along the river and beyond. This is a family friendly event and will not be timed. All proceeds will support the local YAC Groups as they learn how to run a fundraising event that supports the youth of our community.
There are restrooms at Rotary Park, which is the start/finish line.
T-shirt pick up will be the day of the race, starting at 7am until 8am, when the race starts.
Water, gatorade, bananas and granola bars will be available at the finish line.
This is NOT a timed race.
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
76°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sault Ste Marie, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sault Sainte Marie, MI
City Elevation
622 ft
Nearest Airport
CIU
Chippewa County International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Riverfest/YAC 5K Color Run
- Date
- August 15, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Riverfest/YAC 5K Color Run?
- Riverfest/YAC 5K Color Run is a running race held in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan on August 15, 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 Riverfest/YAC 5K Color Run?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan at 1425 Riverside Dr. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Riverfest/YAC 5K Color Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Riverfest/YAC 5K Color Run
Aug 15, 2026