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Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk

Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Hillman, MI, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $25.

Date
August 8, 2026 (40 days to go)
Distance
5K
Price
$25
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join Thunder Bay Community Health Service for a morning of fun and physical activity as we bring back a fan favorite race: the Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk! 

This community wellness event will be hosted at the scenic Thunder Bay Resort in Hillman and features views of the golf course and the lovely rolling hills of Hillman. This family friendly event celebrates Community Health Center Week, honoring Community Health Centers (such as TBCHS) increasing health outcomes across the nation. 

The race will kick off at 8AM, August 8th. Participants of all ages are welcome. Run, walk, skip, or jog-- this is going to be a delightful morning! The route features primarily paved roads with a brief mixed terrain portion.

 

If interested in volunteering, fill out our volunteer interest form, copy this link: https://forms.office.com/r/2RfsY3agmy

 

Thank you to the Thunder Bay Resort for having us!

Events

Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk$25

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

80°

Typical Low

55°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Atlanta, 13 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:28 AMSunset 8:52 PMDaylight 14h 24m

Host City

About Hillman, MI

Nearest Airport

APN

Alpena County Regional Airport · 16 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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Race Location

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Waiting For?

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40

Days to train

Race
Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk
Date
August 8, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

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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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an 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 Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk?+
Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk is a running race held in Hillman, Michigan on August 8, 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 Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk?+
Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Hillman, Michigan at 27800 M-32. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Thunder Bay 5K Run and Walk

Aug 8, 2026

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