Vikings on the Run 5k
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Location
- 7223 Velte Rd, Lake Odessa, MI
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $20
From the Organizer
Vikings on the Run 5k is a community fundraising event hosted by the Lakewood High School Student Council. The goal is to create an event that draws in families from the community and helps support projects and activities as a Student Council. The money raised from the 5K will be used to help fund future events such as pep assemblies, homecoming events, host blood drives, teacher appreciation, student recognition and many other events that help promote school pride! This is a fun run for all ages and it is not an official timed event. T-shirts are included with the registration fee, but must be ordered by July 25th to guarantee your shirt on race day. T-shirts for those who register after July 25th will be avaliable after the race at the LHS office. If you are interested in sponsoring the event, please reach out to the contact information.
Who: any runners or walkers of all ages
When: Saturday August 22, 2026
Time: Check-in begins at 8:30am and the run begins at 9:30am. All participants must be done by 11:30am.
Where: Check in and the start and finish line will be at the Lakewood High School Unity Football Field and Track
This is a rain or shine event! Dress for the weather and come run with us!
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
57°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hastings, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lake Odessa, MI
City Elevation
868 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 21 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Vikings on the Run 5k?
- Vikings on the Run 5k is a running race held in Lake Odessa, Michigan on August 22, 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 Vikings on the Run 5k?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Lake Odessa, Michigan at 7223 Velte Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Vikings on the Run 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Vikings on the Run 5k
Aug 22, 2026