Run With Your Heart Alpena
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 5k · 1 mile fun run/walk · 12 years and under free 5k & more
From the Organizer
5k and 1 mile
Course Includes trail and paved sections.
12 & under free sponsored by RUN UNITED
T-shirts available for preorder only - $20 - Must purchase before May 20 - New T-shirt design each year to commemorate the race $5 from the purchase of each t-shirt is donated to Children's Hospital T-shirts will be available for pick up at event check in on race day prior to race start
**If you are unable to attend the race and still want to make a donation, please use the donation tab on race page.
**RACE STORE if you are unable to attend the race but would like to purchase a t-shirt to show your support, visit our race store link on the bottom of our race info page and we will ship your shirt for an additional $5
Same day registration: 8am - $35 cash or check made out to United Way of NE MI - Run United
Race start time: 9am 1 mile fun run/walk, 9:30am 5k for all participants
First 20 5k finishers receive custom designed medals
A note from our Race Directors: Madi and Izzy Szymanski
Run. Walk. Honor. Join us as we remember our sister Ryan Marie Szymanski who passed away from congenital heart defects in July 2006. She is our reason for all that we do and we invite you to celebrate your reason and loved ones with us.
Please wear red or blue in support of congenital heart defects awareness.
All proceeds will go to Children’s Hospital of Michigan pediatric cardiology unit where Ryan was treated. Donations are greatly appreciated, please make checks payable to United Way-Run United or donate through this page. All race costs are incurred by the Szymanski family to support the vision of our race and make the greatest impact.
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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
73°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alpena Wwtp, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Alpena, MI
Population
10,178
as of 2023
Elevation
609 ft
Nearest Airport
APN
Alpena County Regional Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Run With Your Heart Alpena, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
12
Days to train
- Race
- Run With Your Heart Alpena
- Date
- June 20, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Run With Your Heart Alpena?
- Run With Your Heart Alpena is a running race held in Alpena, Michigan on June 20, 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 Run With Your Heart Alpena?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Alpena, Michigan at Northern Lights Arena - North Parking Lot - Woodward Avenue, Alpena, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Run With Your Heart Alpena?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Run With Your Heart Alpena
Jun 20, 2026