Folk Fest 5K
Saturday, July 10, 2027 • 9:00 AM Start
Kick off Folk Fest morning on the scenic Lake Michigan boardwalk! Hosted by Another Level Athletic Club (ALAC) in proud partnership with Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce (STC). 100% of proceeds support local youth running programs.
Course Info
Schedule & Course
We are designing an updated, scenic 5K route along the Manistique boardwalk that reduces highway exposure and ends at Folk Fest in downtown Manistique.
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Race Date & Start Time:
Saturday, July 10, 2027 @ 9:00 AM -
Start & Finish Location:
TBD (Final route details coming soon) -
Check-In & Packet Pick-Up:
- Friday, July 9: 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Manistique High School
- Saturday, July 10: 7:30 - 8:30 AM at the Start Line
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Post-Race Refreshments:
Light snacks and water will be provided at the finish line.
Custom Event T-Shirts
Every registered participant receives a custom 2027 Folk Fest 5K T-shirt.
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Main Stage Awards Ceremony:
Planned for ~10:15 AM on the Folk Fest Main Stage -
Trophies:
- Overall 5K Male Winner
- Overall 5K Female Winner
- 5K Grand Master (60+) Male Winner
- 5K Grand Master (60+) Female Winner
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Medals:
- 1st & 2nd Place Male finishers in all age divisions
- 1st & 2nd Place Female finishers in all age divisions
- All 10 & Under finishers
Discover More of Folk Fest
Stick around downtown Manistique after crossing the finish line for live music, arts & crafts, food vendors, family activities, and the Main Stage celebration! Visit Schoolcraft Tourism & Commerce for the full lineup.
Become a 2027 Race Sponsor
Partner With the Folk Fest 5K
The Folk Fest 5K is hosted by Another Level Athletic Club (ALAC), a registered 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN: 42-2399627). 100% of net race proceeds go directly toward supporting local youth athletics.
- 100% Tax-Deductible: All sponsorships and donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
- "Keep Your Shirt On" Race Day Specials: Encourage hundreds of runners and families stepping off the finish line into downtown Folk Fest to visit your business with exclusive Race Day Specials.
- Website Recognition: Feature your business logo on our sponsors page.
Questions? Get in Touch
Erik Mason — 📞 (906) 286-1170
Zack LaFoille — 📞 (989) 941-7233