Rankings · updated September 7, 2026

Best 5Ks in Grand Rapids, MI

Ranked by composite score from public signals — no pay-to-play, ever. How scoring works →

Composite /100 · FLD field · HST history · CRD credentials · CHR character

  1. 1 6th Annual Be the ONE Run/Walk Grand Rapids, MI Oct 2026 44.2/100
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Longest-running races

2 races we can date but haven't measured enough of to score. Oldest first. What we measure →

  1. 1 Amway River Bank Run Grand Rapids, MI May 2027 1978 48 years running
  2. 2 Boston Square Wellness Collective's 4th Annual SPRING INTO ACTION 5K Grand Rapids, MI Jun 2027 2024 2 years running

Also listed, not yet ranked

2 races we list but haven't measured enough of to score. By date. What we measure →

  1. Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run Grand Rapids, MI Sep 2026 Not yet rankedno verified data
  2. Alger Heights Halloween 5k Grand Rapids, MI Oct 2026 Not yet rankedno verified data

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