2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K

Sat, May 16, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT

Location: Big Rapids Bandshell (behind Big Rapids Middle School), 500 N Warren Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307
Type: Run

Race feel

Support local cancer patients by participating in this community-focused 5K and walk, offering both in-person and virtual options.

Competitive
For a Cause

Join the Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan for the Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K, dedicated to supporting local patients fighting cancer. This event offers both in-person and virtual participation options, inviting everyone to contribute to a vital cause. Runners and walkers can enjoy a professionally timed 5K, with live results and awards for top finishers. It's a meaningful opportunity to move with purpose and make a tangible difference in the community.

What to expect

Participate in a 5K run or a wellness walk.
Choose between in-person or virtual options.
Receive a 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt.
The 5K is professionally timed with live results and awards.

From the organizer

Join the fight against cancer and participate in the Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan: Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026

We have both in-person and virtual options available.

Registration includes:

- 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt

Participants who pre-register by April 15 are guaranteed to receive a shirt. Registrations after can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last. - Virtual Run/Walk option

- Pride knowing that you are supporting local patients fighting cancer

- Results are live and will be available on this website after the event. Look for the QR code near the finish line!

- Awards: Top award winners can pick up medals immediately after the race

- Children are allowed to participate with registered adults (strollers allowed).

The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation .