Run Like The Dickens
Run Like The Dickens is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Holly, MI, with entry fees from $10 to $20.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (135 days to go)
- Location
- 920 Baird St, Holly, MI
- Price
- $10–$20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Date: Saturday, December 5th, 2025
Location – Holly Middle School
Race starts and finishes at Holly Middle School located at 330 East St, Holly, MI 48442
Time
· Registration/Bib Pickup begins Friday 12/5/25 at 6:30 pm to 8 pm and Saturday at 7:30AM in the gymnasium
· 5K Run/Walk begins at 9:00AM
· 10K Run begins at 9:05AM
· Tiny Tim Trot kids race begins 10:50 AM: .25, .5, and 1 mile back to back. Located on the track.
Directions - available on-line. Address: 920 Baird St, Holly, MI 48442
Course – designed by racers for racers
Course is mostly flat, fast, and well-marked on paved streets in downtown Holly. Roads are open to vehicle traffic. Race crosses railroad tracks.
NO SHIRTS WILL BE ORDERED AFTER THANKSGIVING.
Entry includes a medal
Race info
· Joe Merlo (248) 328-3200 ext 5288
· joseph.merlo@hask12.org
**All proceeds help support the Holly youth running programs
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
36°
Typical Low
22°
Chance of Rain
46%
Based on US Climate Normals data from White Lake 4e, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Holly, MI
Population
5,971
as of 2023
City Elevation
924 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Run Like The Dickens
Dec 5, 2026