Events
Kindleberger 5K Run/Walk
201 spots left. Registration ends July 11, 2026 at 7:30am EDT
Place
130-160 Park Dr,
Parchment, MI US 49004
Description
The Kindleberger Summer Festival 5K Run & Fitness Walk returns on July 11, 2026, kicking off the festivities on Saturday in beautiful Kindleberger Park in Parchment. Starting at 7:30 a.m., this community tradition welcomes runners, walkers, families, and fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. The scenic 5K course winds through Parchment's tree-lined neighborhoods before returning to the park, where participants can enjoy a full day of Kindleberger Summer Festival activities.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a morning walk with friends, or introducing your family to a healthy and active lifestyle, the Kindleberger 5K offers something for everyone. More than just a race, it's a celebration of community, wellness, and the spirit of one of the area's most beloved summer traditions. Following the event, participants can stay and enjoy the festival's parade, arts and crafts show, children's activities, food vendors, entertainment, and much more.
Join us on July 11 and be part of a tradition that has brought the community together for more than four decades. Lace up your running shoes, gather your friends and family, and start your Saturday with an unforgettable morning of fun and fitness!
Don't miss out on your event shirt! Participants must be registered by 11:59 PM on June 30, 2026, to guarantee a t-shirt.
Check out Kindleberger Arts for all the festival activities.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Packet Pick-Up
Please Note: Registration will be open thru Saturday for LATE SIGN-UPS. However, you must sign up on your computer or smartphone prior to coming to registration and packet pick up. There will be NO ONSITE COMPUTERS.
Friday Packet Pickup - July 10, 2026:
Lower Kindleberger Park
Corner of Maple Street and Park Avenue
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Saturday Packet Pickup - July 11, 2026:
Lower Kindleberger Park, near start line
6:30 am to 7:30 am
T-Shirts
This year’s shirts are stepping right in line with the Festival Theatre production of Footloose: The Musical. They are an ultra soft 50/50 ring-spun cotton/poly shirt.
Don't miss out on your event shirt! Participants must be registered by 11:59 PM on June 30, 2026, to guarantee a t-shirt.
Awards
Overall Awards
Men's Overall and Women's Overall.
Award Age Categories
(1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards will be given in each category)
9 & Under
10-15
16-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70 & Over
Parking
Parchment Middle School
307 N Riverview Dr
(Also streets west of Riverview Drive in and around the Middle School.)
Volunteers
Would you like to Volunteer for the race? We would love to have you! We’re looking for volunteers to help with the following:
Race Packet Pickup Friday and Saturday
Course Marshalls
Water Station
Race Day Setup and Teardown
Medals
You can use the Volunteer tab on this page or:
https://kindlebergerarts.org/support/volunteer/
Directions
MapMyRun Map
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