
Xavier's Race is a running race on November 7, 2026 in Ann Arbor, MI, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
From the Organizer
Join us for Xavier's Race on Saturday, November 1st, 2025. This event is a memorial run dedicated to the inspiring life of Xavier Randolph, who was deeply involved in his community through various extracurricular activities. Amongst those activities, he left an incredible mark on Forged Ministry. He was a beloved counsellor at Pine Hill's boy's camp, he embodied Leadership Cohort, and he was a staple at 'squad nights.' To find out more about these various activities, please visit www.ForgedMinistry.com
Participants of all ages can take part in Xavier's Race, which features a fun 1km run for kids, followed by a 10km and a 5km race. Xavier's passion for running and his commitment to uplifting others will be celebrated through this spirited race, so lace up your running shoes and join us in honoring Xavier’s legacy.
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
52°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
44%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ann Arbor U Of Mich, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
121,179
as of 2023
City Elevation
962 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 22 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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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Ann Arbor than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Xavier's Race
Nov 7, 2026