HANSON'S RUNNING SHOP WEDNESDAY NIGHT 5K SERIES
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 6:15 PM EDT
- Location
- Utica, MI
- Hanson's Running Shop - Utica, 8409 Hall Rd, 48317
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
A friendly, mid-week 5K series supporting local charities, perfect for getting miles in and connecting with the running community.
- Fun
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Festive
For a CauseWho it's for
- Beginner Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
Beginner Friendly
Walkers WelcomeGreat for: beginners, walkers
Join the Hanson's Running Shop Wednesday Night 5K Series for a welcoming mid-week run or walk experience in Utica, MI. This friendly series, spanning March through October, invites both first-timers and seasoned runners to enjoy a 3.1-mile course. Each month highlights a different community charity partner, offering a chance to support a good cause. Stay after your run for refreshments, giveaways, and a chance to connect with fellow participants.
What to expect
- Enjoy a welcoming 3.1-mile run or walk on a grass course.
- Demo new shoes and chat with company reps from a present vendor.
- Mingle post-race with refreshments and a chance to win giveaways.
Standout details
- Monthly charity partner support
- Opportunity to demo running shoes
- Post-race refreshments and giveaways
- Series options for multiple races
Perks & features
- After-Party
- Food & Drink
After-Party
Food & DrinkFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
8 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Apr 1, 6:15 PM EDT · From $107.50
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Apr 1, 6:15 PM EDT · From $160.50
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Apr 1, 6:15 PM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Jan 6, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
+ 5 more optionsHide
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, May 6, 6:15 PM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 6, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Jun 3, 6:15 PM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Jun 3, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Jul 1, 6:15 PM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 5:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Aug 5, 6:15 PM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Dec 30, 2025, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Aug 5, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Wed, Oct 7, 6:15 PM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Jan 6, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Oct 7, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
The course
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Difficulty
Easygoing
EasygoingMixed surface, mostly flat
5K distance, mostly grass or cross-country style terrain, flat area
Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.
From the organizer
Run one or all in this mid-week 5K series that spans the first Wednesday of each month from March through October. First timers and seasoned veterans are WELCOME to join in the fun, fit and friendly run/walk.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
SERIES includes all Wednesday night 5K runs March-October, Bill Roney Memorial 5K, 2 Hanson Friday night cross country runs, Peach Festival 5K & 10K, Egg Nog Jog (10 races)
SERIES+ includes all Wednesday night 5K runs March-October, 2 Hanson Friday night cross country runs, Bill Roney Memorial (March) Peach Festival 5K & 10K, Big Bird 5k/10K (November), EggNog Jog (December), New Year's Resolution Run (January) and FESTIVUS (December) (14 races)
SUPPORT THE CHARITY PARTNER
Every month supports a different charity partner within the community. Purchase additional raffle tickets to support the charity partner and be entered to win a prize!
DEMO A SHOE
A shoe vendor is present with opportunities to try out that new shoe and talk "shoe tech" with the company reps.
POST RACE PARTY
After the 5K, runners and walkers will enjoy post race refreshments and a chance to win a giveaway while mingling with others. What better way to get those mid week miles in??
LOCATION
Hanson's Running Shop
8409 Hall Rd
Utica, MI
THE DETAILS
Bib pick-up and registration start at 5:15 pm in the store
Walkers start at 6:15 pm
Runners start at 6:25 pm
Registration deadline to receive a custom bib is March 13
Bibs will be used for each Wednesday Night 5K Run/Walk
*If not registering for the Series or Series Plus, participants have the ability to register for multiple Wednesday Night dates on one transaction.
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