Max's Race for The Davies Project

Sat, Jun 13, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location: East Lansing, MI; 943 Conrad Rd, MSU Conrad/Akers/Hubbard Courtyard, 48825
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run or walk a 5K on MSU's beautiful campus, enjoy a scavenger hunt, and support medical rides for children in Max's memory.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
For a Cause

Great for

Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, cause-driven runners

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

This 21st annual 5K run/walk honors the legacy of Max, supporting The Davies Project in providing crucial medical transportation for children. Held on the beautiful Michigan State University campus, the event features a unique scavenger hunt for Max's favorite things, like the moon, the color orange, and Sparty. It's a meaningful opportunity to connect with community, enjoy a scenic route, and contribute to a vital cause, all while remembering a special child.

What to expect

A 5K run/walk on the scenic Michigan State University campus.
Engage in a scavenger hunt for Max's favorite things along the course.
All participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal.
Awards for overall top finishers and age group winners.

Standout details

21st annual 5K run/walk
Scavenger hunt for Max's favorite things
Supports medical rides for children
Finisher's medal and t-shirt

Perks & features

Awards
Shirt

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

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

5K
Sat, Jun 13, 8:00 AM EDT · From $32.80
Opens Oct 31, 2024, 8:01 PM EDT · Closes Apr 23, 2026, 3:59 AM EDT
100 Yards
Sat, Jun 13, 9:00 AM EDT · From $16.90
Opens Oct 31, 2024, 8:01 PM EDT · Closes Jun 13, 2026, 4:59 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Flat
Timed race

From the organizer

Max's Race for The Davies Project 2026 , our 21st annual in-person 5k run/walk, will be held on the beautiful campus of Michigan State University . Consider a scavenger hunt of Max's favorite things such as the moon, the color orange, or MSU's mascot Sparty to honor the legacy of Max who passed away at the age of 6 due to complications from meningitis.

Proceeds from the event will support free round-trip rides to medical appointments for children facing serious health challenges.

All participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal.

Race Location: Hubbard Hall 964 Hubbard Rd. East Lansing, MI 48825

Please see the summer complimentary parking maps at https://parking.msu.edu/

Special family/group pricing: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $5 per person. Valid for the 5k.

Run for FREE - details below!

Awards: Overall awards to top male and female finisher. Awards to top 3 in each 5-year age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Virtual times will not be counted toward age group awards.

Packet pickup: Friday, June 12th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Playmakers in Okemos.

Race Day packet pickup: 7:00 am to 8:45 am morning of the race in the center of Akers and Hubbard Hall courtyard

Race Day Start Times: 5K run/walk starts at 8AM, kids mile starts at 9:15AM, followed by kids sprint

Race Location: MSU Hubbard Hall 964 Hubbard Rd. East Lansing, MI 48825

The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation . Results will be posted during the race and online at Playmakers.com .

To become a sponsor, contact pam@thedaviesproject.org

Photos will be available after the event and courtesy of Del Rio Images.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE DAVIES PROJECT !

Also in this area

Similar vibe nearby

Races nearby with a similar atmosphere.

Easier options nearby

Lower-difficulty races in the same state.

More demanding options nearby

Higher-difficulty races in the same state.