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SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026

Date
August 22, 2026
Distance
SPARK & SHINE 5K · SPARK & SHINE 1 MILE
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From the Organizer

The Spark & Shine 5K Run/Walk is more than just a race—it’s a celebration of belonging, purpose, and community. This event exists to support individuals with special needs by helping fund the SPARK ministry at Life in Christ Fellowship and the annual Night to Shine prom, an unforgettable evening dedicated to honoring and celebrating people with special needs.

At the heart of Spark & Shine is a deep commitment to creating a place where every individual is welcomed, valued, and given the opportunity to participate in meaningful ways. We believe every person is uniquely created with purpose—worthy of being seen, known, and loved. Through this event and the ministries it supports, we strive to build a community that intentionally embraces and uplifts individuals with special needs, ensuring they have a place to belong and thrive.

By participating in Spark & Shine, you are helping create joyful experiences, foster genuine connection, and remind every individual that they are deeply loved by God and celebrated just as they are!

Participants can look forward to vendors, awards, snacks, beverages, chip timing, great competition and a lot of fun! 

Package pick-up will be on race day ONLY at the Riverview plaza in St. Clair. 

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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

79°

Typical Low

63°

Chance of Rain

33%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Port Huron, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:45 AMSunset 8:23 PMDaylight 13h 38m

Host City

About Saint Clair, MI

Elevation

608 ft

Nearest Airport

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 60 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race Location

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Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026
Date
August 22, 2026

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About This Sport

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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.

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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026?
SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026 is a running race held in Saint Clair, Michigan on August 22, 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 SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026?
Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Saint Clair, Michigan at 201 N. Riverside, Saint Clair, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

SPARK & SHINE 5K or 1 MILE RACE 2026

Aug 22, 2026

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