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Join the fight against cancer and participate in the 2019 Wheatlake Festival of Races on Saturday, May 18, 2019! This scenic, family-friendly event will be held on the Big Rapids Riverwalk and the White Pine Trail. The event headquarters will be located at the Bandshell behind Big Rapids Middle School, 500 N. Warren Ave., Big Rapids.
Race proceeds will benefit the Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Fund, helping patients at the Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center.
The Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center is a comprehensive regional treatment facility bringing together the full range of services for patients and families on their cancer journey. The cancer center features a Wellness Center, which includes a library, boutique, gift shop and an integrative therapy room. Patients can borrow educational materials from the center and also receive free massages and integrative therapy services. The center hosts support groups and educational sessions to assist patients on the road to recovery. All wellness services are provided FREE OF CHARGE thanks to generous donations to the Wellness Fund.
Events
| Event | Time | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Marathon |
Time8:00AM EDT |
Price$70 |
Price increases after April 21, 2019 at 11:59pm EDT |
| 10K |
Time8:00AM EDT |
Price$40 |
Price increases after April 21, 2019 at 11:59pm EDT |
| 5K Run |
Time8:00AM EDT |
Price$25 |
Price increases after April 21, 2019 at 11:59pm EDT |
| 5K Wellness Walk |
Time9:30AM EDT |
Price$20 |
Price increases after April 21, 2019 at 11:59pm EDT |
| Kids Dash |
Time10:30AM EDT |
Price$0 |
Registration ends May 17, 2019 at 11:59pm EDT |
Packet Pick Up and Late Registration
Friday, May 17 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
At the Holiday Inn Conference Center lobby, 1005 Perry St., Big Rapids.
Half Marathon
Registration 6 a.m. Race Start: 8 a.m.
Complimentary bussing to start locations from Big Rapids Middle School departing at 6:45 a.m. and 7 a.m.
Half Marathon course starts at the Reed City Depot.
Races ends at the Bandshell behind Big Rapids Middle School. The course closes at 11 a.m.
10K Run
Registration 6 a.m. Race Start: 8 a.m.
Complimentary bussing to start locations from Big Rapids Middle School departing at 6:45 a.m. and 7 a.m.
Course starts at the Paris Park.
Race ends at the Bandshell behind Big Rapids Middle School. The course closes at 11 a.m.
5K Run
Run Registration: 7 a.m. Run Start: 8 a.m.
Course: Starts at Hemlock Park, ends at the Bandshell.
5K Wellness Walk
Walk Registration: 8:30 a.m. Walk Start: 9:30 a.m.
Course: Starts at Hemlock Park, ends at the Bandshell.
Kids Dash
Children age 10 years or younger.
Registration 10 a.m. Dash 10:30 a.m.
Course: Big Rapids Middle School soccer field
Participants receive a special prize.
Free Skin Cancer Screenings
8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center staff will provide free screenings at the Bandshell.
Race proceeds will benefit the Susan P. Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Fund, an endowment of the Spectrum Health Foundation Big Rapids & Reed City Hospitals. The fund provides resources, programming and services that directly impact cancer patients and their families in our region.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://spectrumhealth.org/wheatlake-races.
Place
500 N. Warren Avenue
Big Rapids, MI US 49307
Big Rapids, MI US 49307
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