Saline Merry Mile
Saline Merry Mile is a running race on December 5, 2026 in Saline, MI, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- December 5, 2026 (38 days to go)
- Location
- Downtown Saline, Saline, MI
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Register by November 20th to receive a long-sleeved race t-shirt!!
Registered adults can also register up to 2 runners, 10 years old or younger, to join them on the course for free. These younger athletes, as long as they are registered, will receive all of the race giveaways (long sleeve t-shirt, etc.).
Details:
The race will start at 5:30pm, once the tree is lit, and will be completed no later than 6:00pm to assure that the holiday parade can start on time. The race will begin at the 4 corners (Ann Arbor Street and Michigan Avenue) and run east on Michigan Ave until a turnaround point just before Old Creek/Maple. Once the runners turn around, they will head west on Michigan Avenue until they reach the finish line, west of the 4 corners. The race is noted for its' downhill start and finish. This is the only opportunity to run on Michigan Ave as the road is only closed 2 times per year.
Packet Pickup:
Friday 12/4/2026 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Ann Arbor Running Company, 901 West Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI
Saturday 12/5/2025 - 4:15pm - 5:20pm - The 109 Cultural Exchange (109 West Michigan Ave., Saline, MI)
Virtual Event: Run your mile wherever you're located. Register by November 20th and we'll send your t-shirt to you!
In addition to our title sponsors, Ann Arbor Running Company and Concept Insurance, we would like to thank our other sponsors: Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Kelly Orthodontics, Busch’s, and The Saline Post. We ask that you support these local businesses – their willingness to help our event is greatly appreciated.
The proceeds of this race will benefit The Friends of Saline Cross Country, a non-profit organization made up of present and former parents of Saline High School cross country runners, coaches, alumni and friends of the program who raise funds to support the Saline cross country program and provide scholarships to SHS cross country runners. Even if you cannot participate, we welcome donations via this site.
Events
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
40°
Typical Low
23°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saline Wwtp, 1 mi from the venue.
About Saline, MI
Population
8,976
as of 2023
City Elevation
818 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Saline Merry Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
38
Days to train
- Race
- Saline Merry Mile
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- Downtown Saline, Saline, MI
Save This Race
Create a free account to find and save races like this to your athlete profile.
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
More Running races near Saline, MI
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Saline Merry Mile?
When and where is the Saline Merry Mile?
How do I register for the Saline Merry Mile?
Saline Merry Mile
Dec 5, 2026