When
Friday, July 31st, 2026
Where
Ashman Street, Downtown Midland, Midland MI
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
Run The River
Date: July 31, 2026
Location: Ashman Street, Downtown Midland, MIDLAND, MI
Event Overview
- Experience: More than a race – Run the River is a full evening of fun, right in the heart of the Midland River Days Festival!
- Activities: Join us July 31 for an exciting race followed by awesome River Days activities like live music, delicious local food, hot air balloons and much more.
- Special Offer: RUN FOR THE PINT at Run the River: powered by Preferred Chiropractic of Midland!
- Incentives: Run and walk participants receive a stein &: complimentary drink ticket for the Rotary Tent, courtesy of Fabiano Brothers and Midland Brewing Company.
Packet Pick-Up
- Date: Friday, July 31
- Time: From 5-6:35 PM
- Registration Deadline: Day of registration closes promptly at 6:15 PM.
- Weather: Race held rain or shine!
Race Waves Schedule
- 1 Mile Run: Starts at 6:40 PM
- 5K Run: Starts at 7:00 PM MALE WAVE / 7:05 PM FEMALE WAVE
- 5K Walk: Starts at 7:10 PM ALL
Additional Information
- Challenge: RTR is the second race in the Midland Triple Challenge.
- Registration: Register for the Triple 5K or Triple 1 Mile Challenge: Dow RunWalk, Run the River and Loons Pennant Race + cool swag with one registration!
- Pricing: Register early for lowest rate! Increases occur on April 16, July 1, and July 30.
- Policy: Fees are Non-Refundable / Non-Transferrable.
Registration Links
Registration at: https://bit.ly/3RCR1oj
More Information
Visit https://greatermidland.org/races or the Greater Midland Races Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/greatermidlandraces for more information.
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