Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 401 Elizabeth St, Saugatuck, MI
- Distance
- Half Marathon · 10K Run · 5K Run/Walk & more
From the Organizer
TOWN CRIER RACES - JUNE 20, 2026
Come celebrate our 25th RUN of supporting the Saugatuck Public Schools running programs!
All participants will receive a cool finisher medal, custom bib, specially designed T-shirt, and Certificate of Race Completion. Those who participate are eligible for age group awards.
Please join us as we strive to continue our award-winning programs that provide valuable continuing education and important life skills for our local students.
Be safe, stay healthy!
The Town Crier Race Committee
Susan & Kevin Poolman, Trudi Englebrecht, Shelly Silva, Michelle Gorman, Missy Powell and Rick & Angelina Bauer
The Town Crier Races 5k, 10k & Half Marathon deliver a fun and scenic view of the Saugatuck/Douglas, Michigan area. The beauty of the lakeshore course makes it a favorite of runners year after year.
No one is a stranger on the courses. Every runner’s accomplishments are celebrated, and you’ll have a cheering section whether you brought your own or not. The small-town vibe just can’t be duplicated, and you’ll feel welcome right away.
The event proceeds provide a majority of the funding for the Saugatuck High School Cross Country and Track Teams, donating over $129k since 2002. Help make a difference in the lives of student athletes and have a great time doing it.
~ Due to liability issues we cannot condone the use of baby joggers/strollers or dogs ~
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
79°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Holland Tulip City Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Saugatuck, MI
Elevation
616 ft
Nearest Airport
MKG
Muskegon County Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
12
Days to train
- Race
- Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 401 Elizabeth St, Saugatuck, MI
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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.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most 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 Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon?
- Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon is a running race held in Saugatuck, Michigan on June 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 Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Saugatuck, Michigan at 401 Elizabeth St, Saugatuck, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Town Crier Races 5K, 10K & Half Marathon
Jun 20, 2026