Rainbow Run

🌈 Overview

TART Trails and Up North Pride are coming together to host the Third annual Rainbow Run, a color fun run and fundraiser around the Boardman Lake Loop Trail. On June 21, 2025, the event will celebrate the trail systems and the Northern Michigan 2SLGBTQ+ Community during Pride Month. The community will be invited to Hull Park to enjoy music and refreshments before and after the run.

🏃‍♂️ Route Details

• Distance: The run/walk route will take participants counterclockwise around the 4-mile Boardman Lake Loop Trail.
• Color Stations: There will be five distinct and separated stations along the route for participants to receive their colors.
• T-shirt: All participants who register by May 30th will receive a branded white t-shirt.
• Environmental Consciousness: We will be using a powder made of colored cornstarch that will be human, fish, and environment-friendly and will wash out after a rain.

🎉 Event Schedule

When

• June 20, 2025: Packet pick up - Fleet Feet, downtown Traverse City from 4:00-7:00 pm.
• June 21, 2025: Race Day at Hull Park - events start at 8:00 am.
• Start Time: 9:00 am - run/walk start: 12:00 pm - event ends.

📍 Location

Hull Park, 660 Hannah Ave, Traverse City, Michigan 49686

💧 Facilities

• Bathrooms: Bathrooms have been generously donated by the Traverse Area District Library and additional bathrooms can be found on course at Medalie Park.
• Water Stations: Water and bathrooms will be available at Hull Park and Medalie Park.
• Parking: Public Parking is available across the street from the Traverse Area District Library.
• Accessibility: For safety, please use designated crosswalks.

🎟 Registration Costs

Pre-Registration: $25 Student (17 and under) / $30 Adult (18+).

May 31st price increase: $30 Student / $35 Adult.

🛌 Lodging

Looking for a place to stay during the Rainbow Run? Check out these Traverse City Hotel & Lodging options!

📦 Packet Pick Up

Join us for packet pick up at Fleet Feet on Friday, June 20 between 4 to 7 pm. Grab your t-shirt, wave assignment and stick around for lots of fun at Fleet Feet. There will be a raffle and opportunity to create your own Rainbow Run swag using their custom heat press!

👟 Training Programs

• Make it a Mile: An 11 week program starting on March 23 designed for new runners. Use the code "Rainbow" for $25 off.
• The Big Run: An 11 week program suitable for beginners: perfect for those on a budget. Use the code "TheBigRun" for $10 off.

🌦 Weather Cancellation

In the event of inclement weather, we may postpone or cancel the Rainbow Run. Please check emails the morning of the event for updates. If cancellation occurs, your registration fee will be considered a tax-deductible donation to TART Trails and Up North Pride.

🎉 More Information

For more details, please visit the official race website.