Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk

Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk

📅 Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

⏰ Time: 8:30 AM EDT

📍 Location: Island Lake Recreation Area, Brighton, MI

Join us for the inaugural "Bunyan Battle 5K" at Island Lake State Park in Brighton, MI! (Must have a State Park pass for entry). Get ready to kick off game day in the best possible way - with a run! The Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk brings fans together (and sometimes divides them 😉) as Michigan and Michigan State football face off later in the day. Whether you bleed maize and blue or green and white, this race is your chance to show your colors and show off for your team before the big game! The scenic course at Island Lake State Park on the Island Lake Trail showcases fall colors at their peak on a completely paved 5K course. It's the perfect setting for runners, walkers, and football fans alike. This race is for all fitness levels! Wear your favorite fan gear to Race in!

Registration Includes:

• ⏱️ Chip Timed 5K with Live Results
• 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
• 👕 Dri-Fit Participant T-Shirt (Michigan themed Shirt & MSU themed Shirt!)
• 🥇 Awesome Finisher Medal (Michigan themed Medal & MSU themed Medal)
• 📸 FREE Race Photos
• Post Race Refreshments!

Packet Pick-Up Info

• 📍 Location: Island Lake Recreation Area
• 🗓️ Day: Saturday, October 25th (Race Day)
• ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM – 8:30 AM

5K Race Start Time: 5K Run/Walk – 8:30 AM