Run Branch County 5k & Half Marathon

Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Coldwater, MI; 1776 Heritage Dr, Dr. Robert W. Browne Recreation Center, 49036
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run the 5K or Half Marathon in Coldwater, MI, supporting local youth athletics. Enjoy a professionally timed race with awards and a lively recreational area.

Competitive
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The third annual Run Branch County offers a 5K and Half Marathon experience in Coldwater, MI. Held on Sunday, September 6th, 2026, this event supports local athletic organizations and youth participation through its proceeds. Runners can enjoy a professionally timed race with finisher medals and t-shirts for early registrants. The start and finish area is at an outdoor recreational center, providing a vibrant setting for participants and families. Age group awards recognize top finishers in both distances, adding a competitive edge to the day.

What to expect

Run a 5K or Half Marathon with professional timing and age group awards.
Receive a finisher medal and a t-shirt if registered by August 1st.
The event supports local youth athletic organizations.

Standout details

Supports local youth athletic organizations
Professionally timed with age group awards
Finisher medals for 5K and Half Marathon
FREE Kids 50-yard dash

Perks & features

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 6, 8:15 AM EDT · From $33.38
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 7:00 AM EST · Closes Aug 6, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
13.1 Miles
Sun, Sep 6, 8:00 AM EDT · From $65.25
Opens Jan 5, 2026, 7:00 AM EST · Closes Aug 6, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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The course

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From the organizer

Join us for the third annual Run Branch County 5k & Half Marathon ! Our event will be held on Sunday, September 6th, 2026 in Coldwater, MI. Start time is 8am.

Event pricing:

Opening race fee until 7/31: $30 for 5k, $60 for Half Marathon 8/01 to 8/30: $35 for 5k, $70 for Half Marathon Race day 8/31: $40 for 5k, $80 for Half Marathon

Save $5 off your total transaction if you register 3 or more people at the same time.

FREE Kids 50 yard dash - please register your child so we have an idea how many children are participating.

Participants receive a t-shirt with registrations by 8/1. T-shirts are not guaranteed after 8/1. (5k and half marathon participants only)

Medals - Finisher medal provided to all 5k and Half Marathon participants.

Awards 5K: Top 3 Males, Top 3 Females in age groups: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Half Marathon: Top 3 Males, Top 3 Females in age groups: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Course map : 5k link HERE. Half Marathon link HERE .

Aid Stations/Restrooms: 5K - 1.5 mile mark (water & gatorade only); Half-marathon - 3.6 miles (water/gatorade), 5.0 (water/gatorade/restroom), 6.8 miles (water/gatorade), 9.0 miles (water/gatorade/restroom), 10.6 miles (water/gatorade)

Packet pickup: Saturday, 9/05, 1-4PM, Dr. Robert Browne Recreation Center, 1776 Heritage Dr., Coldwater, MI 49036 Sunday Race day morning starting at 6:00-7:30AM

Proceeds from the event will provide local athletic organizations with the opportunity/ability to support youth participation.

We will have food vendors and the race start/finish is at an outdoor recreational area which offers outdoor basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, pickle ball/tennis courts, disc golf course, children's playground.

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation .

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