Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run
Sat, Jul 18, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Gaylord, MI
- 400 W Main Street, 49735
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Experience the festive spirit of Alpenfest with a run on the North Central State Trail in Gaylord, offering distances for all paces.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
Fun
Competitive
FestiveGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyJoin the Gaylord Alpenfest 5K/10K Run, a lively event set during the annual Alpenfest celebration in Gaylord, Michigan. Choose from a 5K run/walk, a 10K run, or a free 1-mile fun run/walk. The course follows the North Central State Trail, offering a straightforward out-and-back experience. This race provides a wonderful opportunity to be active and enjoy the festive atmosphere before the grand parade begins.
What to expect
- Run an out-and-back course along the North Central State Trail.
- Aid stations are available at the 5K and 10K turnarounds.
- Your finish times will be recorded and posted.
Standout details
- Part of the annual Gaylord Alpenfest celebration
- Course on the North Central State Trail
- Medal and shirt for early registrants
- Free 1-mile fun run/walk option
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Jul 18, 8:45 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Mar 2, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT
- 6.2 Miles
Sat, Jul 18, 8:30 AM EDT · From $48.70
Opens Mar 2, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 18, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT
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Steady Effort
Steady Effort- Rolling area
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The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
Events
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - Free (no medal or shirt)
5K Run/Walk - $35
10K Run - $45
T-shirts and medal are guaranteed to the first 300 paid registrants. Size is not guaranteed to those registered after 6/19/26.
Packet Pick up :
Packet pick up will be on Friday, July 17th from 5 – 7 pm at the Gaylord Trailhead pavilion across from the Chamber of Commerce or pickup at the same location on race day starting at 7:30 a.m. (400 W. Main Street, Gaylord MI 49735).
Start Times:
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - 8:00 a.m.
10K - 8:30 a.m.
5K Run/Walk - 8:45 a.m.
Race Information:
The course is out and back. The route is on the North Central State Trail, starting at the Gaylord Trailhead on Main Street.
Map of NCST: www.trailscouncil.org/north-central-state-trail-route/
Please note: the Alpenfest grand parade starts at noon and therefore Main Street will be blocked off until it concludes.
The starting line for the race will be on the trail next to the Gaylord Trailhead pavilion. There will be aid stations at the 5k and 10k turnarounds.
Times will be recorded and posted.
There are no refunds, deferrals or transfers. Thank you for understanding.
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