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Melting Mitten Mini-Marathon

Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Dexter, MI
8801 N. Territorial Road Dexter, 48130
Type
RUN
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A unique 2.62-mile run/walk supporting Young Life in Greater Ann Arbor, set in Hudson Mills Metropark.

  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the fifth annual Melting Mitten Mini-Marathon, a 2.62-mile run or walk at Hudson Mills Metropark in Dexter, MI. This event is a meaningful way to support Young Life in Greater Ann Arbor, with all proceeds dedicated to helping high school, college, and cognitively impaired students experience a Young Life camp trip. It's a chance to enjoy a unique distance while contributing to a valuable cause in your community. A family rate is available for registration.

What to expect

  • Experience a distinctive 2.62-mile run or walk.
  • Enjoy the natural setting of Hudson Mills Metropark.
  • Contribute directly to Young Life's mission for local students.

Standout details

  • Fifth annual event
  • Unique 2.62-mile distance
  • Supports Young Life in Greater Ann Arbor
  • Family registration rate available

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 2.62 Miles

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $0.00

    Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:01 PM EST · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 7:02 PM EST

  • Virtual

    Sat, Apr 18, 9:00 AM EDT · From $0.00

    Opens Jan 5, 2026, 7:01 AM EST · Closes Jan 5, 2026, 7:02 AM EST

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race

Vibe Check

Easygoing

5K distance, flat area, typically mild weather

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

This event does not use RunSignUp for registration but rather only for results!  Read further for basic event info.

For more info and to register here:       https://mi20.younglife.events/2026-melting-mitten-mini-marathon

Please join us for the FIFTH ANNUAL running event and our 3rd "Melting Michigan Mini-Marathon" in support of Young Life in Greater Ann Arbor.  You read that right, the race is a 2.62 mile run / walk at Hudson Mills Metropark in Dexter, MI. All proceeds from the race will be used to support high school and college students, as well as students with cognitive impairments in the Greater Ann Arbor area to experience the adventure of a Young Life camp trip. Want to know more about Young Life ? Watch the video below!

Register by early to receive a discount on race fees! And there is a family rate too!

Register here :       https://mi20.younglife.events/2026-melting-mitten-mini-marathon

Hope to see you there!

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