
From the Organizer
The Tinsel Toes 5k, brought to you by Cereal City Athletics, is a family fun run that weaves through the beautiful Festival of Lights in Downtown Battle Creek. Our focus is on highlighting our beautiful downtown and bringing friends and family together for fitness and festive fun. All proceeds from the event benefit Girls on the Run of Calhoun County. There will be day of registration available at packet pick-up 4-5:15 pm at Full Blast. Participants who register the day of the event will not be guaranteed shirts (they will be available on a first come, first serve basis).
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
37°
Typical Low
25°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Battle Creek Kellogg Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
842 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 45 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Cereal City Classic
Less than a mile away
The Youth Village 5K Run/Walk
Less than a mile away
Cheetah Chase 5K
Less than a mile away
Tour de Zoo @ Binder Park Zoo
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Tinsel Toes 5K
Dec 12, 2026