The Bull Run (Midland)
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 1300 W. Main St., Midland, MI
- Distance
- The Bull Run 5k Run/Walk · The Calf Mile · InvisaBULL 5K
From the Organizer
The Bull Run for ALS of Michigan - Midland / Emerson park - RACE PAGE
This is our third year for The Bull Run Midland! The Bull Run 5K is a chip timed accurate 5k run/walk. The Calf Mile is FREE for kids 10yrs and under. Finishers medal to all participants, t-shirts available for an add-on purchase. All proceeds go to ALS of Michigan to help our pALS (people with ALS) here in Michigan.
There is a lot of symbolism in The Bull Run. First the name, my dad, Kenneth C. VanBlaricum passed from ALS in Feb. 2010 and early in his life he worked in excavating, his nickname was “Bull”. The Bull Run is named in honor of my father. Second, the finishers medal is a dog tag honoring the time he served in the National Guard out of the Howell Armory and was called into active duty during the 1967 riots in Detroit. The start/finish line is on the ball diamond. You will run by first base, which is the position played by Lou Gehrig, and as you finish the race you cross home plate scoring a home run for our pALS(people with ALS) here in Michigan.
This run continues to be a dream come true to honor my father. Thank you for being a part of it.
Race DETAILS:
Pricing: 5k run/walk $40 until 9/6, $45 from 9/7 to 9/19, $50 race day. Calf Mile is FREE for ages 10 and under. No Shirt option for $5 less. Online registration only.
Race Swag: Finishers medal is included with registration, performance tee is available through September 6th. No Shirt option for $5 less.
Packet Pick-Up: will be race day morning starting at 7:30 am.
Schedule: The 5k run/walk will start at 9:30am. The Calf Mile will begin at 9:00 am.
Course: The 5k will start in Emerson Park, run all three legs of the Tridge and return to finish in Emerson Park.
Awards: Overall Male and Female. Top 3 in age groups 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69,70-79, 80+
Results: Results will be live during the event and full results will be posted on this Run Signup page. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
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
72°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Midland, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Midland, MI
Population
42,461
as of 2023
Elevation
605 ft
Nearest Airport
MBS
MBS International Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 81 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- The Bull Run (Midland)
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 1300 W. Main St., Midland, MI
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- What is The Bull Run (Midland)?
- The Bull Run (Midland) is a running race held in Midland, Michigan on September 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 Bull Run (Midland)?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Midland, Michigan at 1300 W. Main St., Midland, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Bull Run (Midland)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Bull Run (Midland)
Sep 20, 2026