
Run Local Shop Local 5k is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Cadillac, MI, with an entry fee of $25.
Join us for a 9am start to the second annual Run Local, Shop Local 5k race - a festive race that starts and ends in Downtown Cadillac.
Run local, then shop local for all your last-minute holiday gifts! After braving the elements, reward yourself with a hot cocoa and tackle your last-minute holiday shopping! Your race bib is your pass to exclusive discounts from participating Downtown businesses. No need to stress, your final gifts are waiting Downtown!
Proceeds to benefit the Cadillac Cross Country Club and the Cadillac DDA/Main St. Program.
Race Route: Lake St., Chestnut St. to North Shore Condos and back to Lake St. Walkers please start in the back.
Cost: $25 (All runners receive a pair of gloves!)
Register online here:
https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Cadillac/CadillacChristmas5k
Awards for female, male and age brackets!
11 under, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Overall: male and female (run and walk)
Masters (over 50): male and female
Post-Race Award Collection will happen at The Hideout Saloon (210 S Mitchell St, Cadillac, MI 49601)
Grab your award, celebrate your run, and then hit the Downtown shops with your bib for those deep discounts!
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
31°
Typical Low
19°
Chance of Rain
53%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cadillac, 1 mi from the venue.
Population
10,404
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,293 ft
Nearest Airport
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport · 35 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 95 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run Local Shop Local 5k, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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Run Local Shop Local 5k
Dec 19, 2026