2026 Hometown Half Marathon - Lansing

The 2026 Hometown Half Marathon - Lansing takes place on May 3, 2026, in Lansing, Michigan, with the central hub located at Potter Park (1301 S Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48912). Participants can expect typical early May spring weather in the Lansing area, which often features mild temperatures ranging from cool mornings to pleasant afternoons, though light rain is always a possibility. This event offers a variety of road racing options, including timed competitive distances and untimed fun runs, all set against a backdrop of paved park roads and local city streets.

What race distances are available?

• →5K (Timed road race)
• →10K (Timed road race)
• →Half Marathon (Timed road race)
• →1 Mile (Untimed)
• →Kids Dash (Untimed fun dash for ages 10 and under)
• →Virtual Event (Any distance, any location)

What is the event schedule?

• →5:30 am – 6:45 am: Packet pickup at Potter Park near the start line
• →6:55 am: Kids Dash start
• →7:00 am: Race start for 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon

What is the course terrain and layout?

The event features paved road surfaces throughout the entire course with no trail or mixed-terrain sections.

• →5K Course: A loop-style route using paved park roads and connecting neighborhood streets. View the route on MapMyRun ↗.
• →10K Course: Consists of two roughly 5k loops on paved roads around Potter Park and adjacent streets. View the route on MapMyRun ↗.
• →Half Marathon Course: A combination of four to five 5k-style loops stitched together on the local paved road network, featuring a flat-to-rolling profile with frequent turns. View the route on MapMyRun ↗.
• →An interactive overview of the race corridor and start/finish area can be found via Google Maps ↗.

What is included with registration?

• →Timed Events (5k, 10k, Half Marathon): Includes a custom bib, designer shirt, custom medal, and access to live chip-timed results.
• →1 Mile: Includes a bib, shirt, and medal.
• →Kids Dash: Includes optional swag.
• →Virtual Event: Includes a digital bib, shirt, and medal, with the physical packet mailed the Wednesday after race day.

How are awards distributed?

• →Timed Events (5k, 10k, Half Marathon): Awards are presented for Overall Male/Female, Masters 40+ Male/Female, and Top 3 Male/Female in multiple age groups (ranging from 10 & under to 80+).
• →Untimed Events (Kids Dash, 1 Mile, Virtual): No age-group awards are provided for these categories.

What is the pricing for youth participants?

• →Youth (12 & under) 5k/10k: $17