From the Organizer
We're excited to host our 24th annual Twilight Run. This is a fun Wednesday evening race in downtown Lansing. The 5k course is accurate and scenic.
Entry Fee: $30 until June 11 (T-shirt guaranteed), $35 from June 12 to June 16 (no shirt guaranteed), $40 on race day (no shirt) Ages 18 and under the entry fee is $20, the discounted price is automatically applied during registration.
Results: Your accurate chip time and current overall and age group place will be texted to your phone and live on this site.
Awards: Medals to top 3 in age group. Age Groups: 10 & under, 11-12 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+ Overall and Master winner $25 Playmakers gift certificate and medal Awards will be available at the race starting at 7:30 PM
Packet Pick Up: Race day from 5:30 pm to 6:50 pm at the start/finish of the race at the end of Museum Dr.
Course: Accurate and scenic out and back on the Lansing River Trail
As in years past, proceeds from the race go to support High School and Middle School Cross Country and Track programs, and Youth Running Clubs thru the Michigan Running Foundation grant program.
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
80°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lansing Capital City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lansing, MI
Population
112,546
as of 2023
Elevation
864 ft
Nearest Airport
LAN
Capital Region International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Twilight Run?
- Twilight Run is a running race held in Lansing, Michigan on June 17, 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 Twilight Run?
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026 in Lansing, Michigan at 200 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Twilight Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Twilight Run
Jun 17, 2026