Big House 5K
Updated
Sunday, April 18, 2027, first start 8:00 AM, in Ann Arbor (1201 South Main St.). Distances: 5K. Entry from $20 to $30.
Course and race notes
Join us for the 14th annual Big House 5K!
This event is an exciting run/walk that courses through the University of Michigan campus before participants finish the race on the 50-yard line of Michigan Stadium. We proudly host this event to raise awareness for six local, non-profit organizations.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, April 18
2027 · in 162 days
Start time
8:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$20 to $30
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Closed online
Online signup closed Apr 14, 2027
Opened Jan 15, 2027
Race day in Ann Arbor
Weather
60° / 36°F
Typical high and low for April 18, with a 41% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Ann Arbor Muni Airport, MI (3 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:50 AM – 8:18 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Triangle Lot0.3 mi
20 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Places to eat
- Concessions quick biteunder 0.1 mi
- The Drip House cafe0.1 mi
- Wolverine Village Dining Hall quick bite0.4 mi
- Subway quick bite0.6 mi
15 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.3 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Apr 17
Where to stay
3 within 1 mi (about a 20-min walk)34 within 3 mi40 within 5 mi
Hotel
Hotel 1 of 5: Embassy Hotel
About 20 min walk1.0 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 2 of 5: Bell Tower Hotel
About 20 min walk1.0 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 3 of 5: AC Hotel Ann Arbor Downtown
About 21 min walk1.0 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 4 of 5: Residence Inn Ann Arbor Downtown
About 21 min walk1.1 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Graduate by Hilton Ann Arbor
About 22 min walk1.1 mi from the start
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