
From the Organizer
Join us for our 10th annual event!
Ireland's Dream is a 501c3 that supports children and families living with cerebral palsy. We are building a therapy center with state of the art care that is oftentimes not covered by insurance, but will be accessible by all. We don't want financial struggles to prevent any child from getting therapy that will further their physical abilities.
Why the Lucky Pumpkin? Because the first 20 runners to pass through the finish line get to take home a pumpkin. One of the pumpkins will win the lucky prize! Join us for the fun! Please note: You MUST be present to win the prize! The lucky winner will be announced at the awards ceremony.
Pricing: $35 until 9/28. $40 from 9/29 to 10/4. $45 on race day. Bibs are non-transferable!
Family pricing - Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $5 per person!
Be sure to register early, the price will increase the day of the race. Online registration only.
Awards: Finishers Medals for everyone! Age group medals: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70+...divided into female and male
Serious runners, fun runners, and those that just want to walk for a great cause should come out and join us!
This year we are going to be teaming up with AINSLEY'S ANGELS again!!!
Who are they?? They are an amazing group of people who race while pushing our special needs warriors in their "chariots"! Interested in having your warrior have their own chariot? Register for our race and then register for your warrior to have their own angel @ https://www.ainsleysangels.org/
IMPORTANT: if you plan on having an Ainsley's Angels pusher for your warrior, you MUST first register your warrior with Ainsley's Angels AND notify them that you would like to participate in THIS race so that they will have someone available for your person.
We will be having a special reception area for our CP warriors prior to the race!
Packet Pickup & Race Day registration: Race day starting at 10 AM.
Virtual Participants: If you are unable to join us in person please sign up for the virtual event. You can run/walk anytime on your own day at your own course. Shirts are available for purchase with registration thru September 23rd. After that date shirts will not be available for virtual participants. Medals and shirts (if purchased) will be mailed to you. Cost is included in your race registration fee.
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be available live during the race.
Events
Weather
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
67°
Typical Low
43°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Burton 4n, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
5,082
as of 2023
Elevation
794 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Lucky Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk to benefit Ireland's Dream, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Hadley Run
8 miles away
9th Annual London Strong "Set Your Dreams" 5K Run/Walk
9 miles away
Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race
9 miles away
The Adult Track Meet
10 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Lucky Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk to benefit Ireland's Dream
Oct 3, 2026