ESC Hero Run

Sat, May 23, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: Edwardsburg, MI; 27566 US 12, 49112
Type: RUN

Official registration Past results (if available)

At a glance

Run or walk to honor our community's heroes, with family-friendly activities and awards for top finishers.

Fun
Competitive
For a Cause

Great for

For a Cause
Military & First Responders

The ESC Hero Run is a meaningful event dedicated to honoring veterans, active-duty military, and public servants. Choose between a 5K run or a family-friendly 2K run/walk, both starting and finishing at the Edwardsburg Sports Complex. Before the race, a special recognition ceremony celebrates heroes with certificates and t-shirts. Children will enjoy seeing local police cars and fire engines. The event offers a chance to get active, support a good cause, and celebrate community heroes in Edwardsburg.

What to expect

Participate in a 5K run or a 2K run/walk, suitable for all ages.
Enjoy a special recognition ceremony for veterans, military, and public servants.
Children can explore police cars and fire engines, followed by snacks and awards.

Standout details

Honors veterans, military, and public servants
Special recognition ceremony for heroes
Police car and fire engine display for kids
Medals for top finishers in all age groups

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Distances & registration

6 options

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

2K
Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
5K
Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Student and Hero Registration for the 5K (registra…
Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

+ 3 more options

Student and Hero Registration for the 2K (registra…
Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 4, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Kids 12 and Under for the 2K (registration starts …
Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Jan 30, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Kids 12 and Under for the 5K (registration starts …
Sat, May 23, 8:00 AM EDT · From $0.00
Opens Jan 31, 2026, 4:36 AM EST · Closes May 21, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

Vibe Check

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The course

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From the organizer

A run to honor our veterans, active duty military, and public servants! A 5K Run beginning at the Edwardsburg Sports Complex, running through a portion of the village of Edwardsburg and ending at the complex. The 2K Run/Walk is great for families or anyone wanting to support ESC and our Hero's while getting some exercise.

Before the race and walk begin we will be recognizing our heros with a special t-shirt and certificate. The local police and fire department bring a police car and a fire engine by for the children to see.

There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd place medals for all men and women in all age categories including children. Prizes will be awarded!

Snacks will be provided!!

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