Paczki 5K Dash/Walk
Sat, Apr 24, 2027, 9:00 AM EDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Dash along Muskegon's scenic Lakeshore Trail, earn a paczki, and support local causes at this festive 5K tied to the Polish Festival.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveGreat for
- Masters (40+)
Masters (40+)Join the 1st Annual Paczki 5K Dash, a delightful run/walk along Muskegon's beautiful Lakeshore Trail. This chip-timed event, organized by the Muskegon Polish Festival crew, offers a chance to compete for top finisher prizes, including gift cards and festival packages. Every participant receives a paczki and a free entry to the Muskegon Polish Festival. Your steps help support local nonprofits and preserve Polish heritage, making this dash a meaningful way to give back to the community.
What to expect
- Enjoy a chip-timed 3.1-mile run or walk on Muskegon's flat, low-altitude Lakeshore Trail.
- Celebrate your finish with a paczki and refreshments.
- Receive a free entry to the Muskegon Polish Festival, supporting local nonprofits.
Standout details
- Scenic Lakeshore Trail course
- Paczki for every finisher
- Free entry to Muskegon Polish Festival
- Supports local nonprofits & Polish heritage
Perks & features
- Chip Timed
Chip TimedFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
Paczki 5K Dash Run/Walk
This race is an USATF sanctioned race.
Packet Pickup: Day of the Race at Heritage Landing beginning at 7:30 am & Day before 4/24 @ Betten Chevrole t, 3-6 pm, 2474 Henry St, Muskegon, MI 49441, in the Cadillac Showroom.
Muskegon Polish Festival - the crew that brings pierogi, polka, and paczki joy every Labor Day - is launching its 1st Annual Paczki 5K Dash! The Paczki 5K Dash/Walk is chip timed by Runner's Edge Race Timing, starts at Heritage Landing and follows Muskegon's beautiful Lakeshore Trail, professionally marked and measured to 5K on April 25th, 2026. The Muskegon Polish Festival enjoys the phenomenal support of Betten Automotive Group who will showcase beautiful new vehicles in Heritage Park. Betten continues its community minded philosophy by being the premier sponsor of this inaugural event. This race is a USATF sanctioned event and is supported by Run Muskegon.
Overall male and female top finishers receive a $250 Dicks Sporting Goods Gift card.
Overall Master male and female winners will receive a generous Muskegon Polish Festival package for entry, drinks, and food.
Overall Grand Master male and female winners will receive a generous Muskegon Polish Festival package for entry, drinks, and food.
Award Age Groups: 0-9, 10-14, 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+
EVERY finisher will receive a completion certificate in the form of a Free entry to the Muskegon Polish Festival, a Moratz Bakery PACZKI, and CoreLife Eatery's lemonade or warm broth.
Every step helps keep the Muskegon Polish Festival thriving and fuels its support of local nonprofits and community organizations. Runners aren't just chasing pastries-they're helping preserve Polish heritage ad giving back to Muskegon in a meaningful way. Noah Project will be on site Saturday, collecting donations from their Wish List and weather permitting, will have an Adoption Event.
*Please remember, registrations are final, and we won’t be able to offer refunds or transfers.
Please Note: No dogs allowed, No refunds or credit card charge backs.