Silver Bells 5K Race
Silver Bells 5K Race is a running race on November 21, 2026 in Lansing, MI, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- November 21, 2026 (145 days to go)
- Location
- Downtown Lansing, Lansing, MI
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 14th Annual Silver Bells 5K Race, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network. Enjoy the start of the holiday season with a 5K race to celebrate Silver Bells in the City, Lansing's signature event. Participants will be able to run/walk the 5K marked course in downtown Lansing.
We look forward to seeing you at the starting line!
The costume contest categories are holiday traditional, festive sweater and holiday movies.
If you would like to take part in the contest, please check in at the Blue Cross Blue Shield tent by 8:45 AM. Volunteers will be taking pictures of the contestants. Winners will be announced via email after the race and prizes will be mailed to individuals.
Any realized proceeds benefit the Chris and Louise Holman Foundation and Silver Bells in the City. To date, more than $70,000 has been donated to local organizations that support at-risk youth in our Mid-Michigan communities.
Packet Pickup schedule:
Friday, November 20 at Playmakers in Okemos from 4 PM until 7 PM.
Saturday, November 21 on the Capitol Lawn from 8 AM until 9 AM.
- You are able to pick up packets for family and friends on their behalf.
- Race day parking is available on City of Lansing street side at no cost.
- Age group awards will be available at the BCBS tent after the event and are awarded to the top 3 in each age group. Age groups are every 5 years.
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
45°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lansing, MI
Population
112,546
as of 2023
City Elevation
864 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
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Silver Bells 5K Race
Nov 21, 2026