Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K Presented by the College of Health and Human Services
Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K Presented by the College of Health and Human Services was a running race held on October 10, 2026 in Kalamazoo, MI, with entry fees from $25 to $45.
- Date
- October 10, 2026 (Race complete)
- Location
- 4601 Campus Drive, Kalamazoo, MI
- Price
- $25–$45
- Sport
- Running
This race has already happened.
It was held on October 10, 2026. Registration for this edition is closed.
From the Organizer
NEW THIS YEAR! The WMU Homecoming 5K course has changed locations from main campus to the engineering campus. This course will be flatter and faster than in past years. It will also allow for participants to run the 5K in the morning and enjoy the rest of the homecoming festivities in the afternoon. There is also a kids 400m race free to all kids aged 10 and under. There is also a discounted sign up for all active WMU students with valid WMU email and WIN#.
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About Kalamazoo, MI
Population
73,132
as of 2023
City Elevation
763 ft
Nearest Airport
AZO
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 41 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.
Race Location
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In The Books
Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K Presented by the College of Health and Human Services was held on October 10, 2026 at 4601 Campus Drive, Kalamazoo, MI. Registration for this edition is closed — but there is always another start line.
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