BT4S BridgeFest 5k

Sat, Aug 22, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

First-Year Event· Help them grow

Location: Saranac, MI; 147 North Bridge St, Sarnac Trail Head Parking Lot, 48881
Featured distance: 3.1 Miles
Type: RUN

At a glance

Join Saranac for an inaugural 5k on a flat, paved course, perfect for all ages and abilities, while supporting a great local cause.

Fun
For a Cause

Who it's for

Beginner Friendly
Family Friendly

Great for: beginners, families

The inaugural BT4S BridgeFest 5k invites you to run or walk a flat, paved course in Saranac, MI. This family-friendly event welcomes all ages and abilities, offering a race t-shirt and finisher's medal. Your participation directly supports Better Together 4 Saranac, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the community through shared information, events, and activities. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with neighbors and contribute to a vibrant local cause.

What to expect

Enjoy a flat and paved 3.1-mile course, ideal for running or walking, and stroller friendly.
Receive a race t-shirt and a finisher's medal for your accomplishment.
Participate in a family-friendly event that supports a local nonprofit dedicated to community betterment.

Standout details

Inaugural event
Flat and paved 5k course
Supports local nonprofit
Family and stroller friendly

Perks & features

Shirt
Stroller Friendly

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Vibe Check

Easygoing

Rolling road course, warm-day exposure

Rolling area
Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Road
Rolling
Family-oriented

From the organizer

Better Together 4 Saranac presents the inaugural BT4S BridgeFest 5k ! The 5k run/walk will be held on Saturday, August 22nd at 8:00 am. Participants will receive a race t-shirt and finishers medal. This is a family friendly event, all abilities and ages welcome.

Pricing: $25 until 8/09 (t-shirt guaranteed), $30 from 8/10 to 8/21 (limited shirts), $35 race day (t-shirts not guaranteed). Online registration only.

Course : Flat and paved 3.1 mile course. Perfect to run or walk. Stroller friendly. See link for course map at the top of the page.

Packet Pick: Race day morning starting at 7:00 am.

Results: Live after the event and posted on this website. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation .

Proceeds from the event support Better Together 4 Saranac - a collaborative nonprofit group in Saranac Michigan working together to make Saranac a better place by sharing info, creating events and activities.

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