
From the Organizer
The Wild Goose Chase 5K and Gosling Run are part of the annual Goose Festival in Fennville, Michigan. 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of the Goose Festival takes place during the 2nd weekend of October in beautiful downtown Fennville. The Gosling Runs are open to kids from 0-12 years old. Ages groups and distances vary for the Gosling Runs. All races are professionally timed by Runner's Edge Race Timing.
5K Divisions--medals to top 3 in each/male and female
Overall Winner
Male and Female
14 and Under
Age 15-19
Age 20-29
Age 30-39
Age 40-49
Age 50-59
Age 60-69
Age 70 and greater
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
63°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
43%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Holland Tulip City Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
635 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Wild Goose Chase 5K and Gosling Run
Oct 10, 2026