The Dirty Mitten Trail Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5k
From the Organizer
Why not start your Saturday with a nice little shake-out run before your bike race? We are pleased to announce the newest addition to Dirtfest Weekend, the Dirty Mitten Trail Run!
This 5k course features the single track, fields, and gravel roads at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville, MI.
Complete The Dirty Mitten Trail Run, The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race, and the Dirty Mitten Gravel Triathlon, and you will be one of the elite few who can say they tackled the Greenleaf Trust Trifecta! What does that mean you ask? Aside from a lifetime of bragging rights, we will also add an awesome piece of swag to help sweeten the pot. Signup today!
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
49°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hastings, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Middleville, MI
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Dirty Mitten Trail Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- The Dirty Mitten Trail Run
- Date
- September 19, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Dirty Mitten Trail Run?
- The Dirty Mitten Trail Run is a running race held in Middleville, Michigan on September 19, 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 Dirty Mitten Trail Run?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Middleville, Michigan at 1095 N Briggs Rd, Middleville, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Dirty Mitten Trail Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Dirty Mitten Trail Run
Sep 19, 2026