The Shelley Irwin Fun Run
Updated
Saturday, April 24, 2027, first start 10:00 AM, in Grand Rapids (1415 Maynard Ave SW). Distances: 1 mile, 5K. Entry from $35.
Course and race notes
RUN, WALK, HAVE FUN, AND SUPPORT WGVU.
Made for All. Powered by You. Join us on the morning of April 24th at Millennium Park for three community-powered events: a 5K Fun Run, a 2-Mile Walk, or a 1-Mile Dog and Kid Run. It's a day built around movement, connection, and supporting WGVU Public Media's mission.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, April 24
2027 · in 168 days
Start time
10:00 AM
Earliest wave
Location
1415 Maynard Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534
Area: Grand Rapids, Walker & Kentwood, Grand Rapids
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
1 mile5K
Price
$35
Plus the platform's processing fee
No price increase published
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Apr 24 (in 168 days)
Opened Jul 29, 2026
Race day in Grand Rapids
Weather
61° / 37°F
Typical high and low for April 24, with a 46% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, E Grand Rapids, MI (6.6 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
6:48 AM – 8:33 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
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
- Lot A · free0.2 mi
- Lot B · free0.3 mi
7 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.2 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, Fri Apr 23
Where to stay
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