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Run The River

Fri, Jul 31, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT

Location
MIDLAND, MI
Ashman Street, Downtown Midland, 48640
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run the River combines a fun evening race and walk with the vibrant Midland River Days Festival, featuring live music, food, and hot air balloons.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Run the River offers an exciting evening race and walk experience as part of the lively Midland River Days Festival. Join fellow participants for a 3.1-mile journey, then immerse yourself in the festival's vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy live music, delicious local food, and the spectacle of hot air balloons. Participants also receive a commemorative stein and a complimentary drink ticket, making it a perfect blend of athletic challenge and festive celebration.

What to expect

  • Run or walk a 3.1-mile course as part of an exciting evening event.
  • Enjoy the Midland River Days Festival with live music, local food, and hot air balloons.
  • Receive a commemorative stein and a complimentary drink ticket.

Standout details

  • Part of Midland River Days Festival
  • Live music, local food, hot air balloons
  • Commemorative stein & drink ticket
  • Second race in Midland Triple Challenge

Perks & features

  • After-Party

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Distances & registration

4 options

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

  • 1 Miles

    Fri, Jul 31, 6:40 PM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Fri, Jul 31, 7:00 PM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Fri, Jul 31, 7:05 PM EDT

+ 1 more option
  • 3.1 Miles

    Fri, Jul 31, 7:10 PM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Distance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.

The course

  • Timed race
From the organizer

Run the River – July 31

More than a race – Run the River is a full evening of fun, right in the heart of the Midland River Days Festival! Join us July 31 for an exciting race followed by awesome River Days activities like live music, delicious local food, hot air balloons and much more. RUN FOR THE PINT at Run the River; powered by Preferred Chiropractic of Midland! Run and walk participants receive a stein & complimentary drink ticket for the Rotary Tent, courtesy of Fabiano Brothers and Midland Brewing Company.

Packet Pick-Up Friday, July 31 at the Tridge from 5-6:35PM. Day of registration closes promptly at 6:15PM. Race held rain or shine!

Race Waves Start: 1 MILE RUN 6:40PM / 5K Run 7:00PM MALE WAVE / 7:05PM FEMALE WAVE / 5K Walk 7:10PM ALL

*RTR is the second race in the Midland Triple Challenge. Register for the Triple 5K or Triple 1 Mile Challenge: Dow RunWalk, Run the River and Loons Pennant Race + cool swag with one registration!

Register early for lowest rate! Increases occur on April 16, July 1 and July 30. Fees are Non-Refundable / Non-Transferrable.

Registration at: https://bit.ly/3RCR1oj

Visit https://greatermidland.org/races or the Greater Midland Races Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/greatermidlandraces for more information.

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