National Cherry Festival Meijer Festival of Races

Celebrate 51 years of the Meijer Festival of Races presented by Cherry Bay Orchards by signing up for the Priority Health 5k, the Michigan Planners 10k, the Michigan Planners McKinley Challenge 15k or the Michigan Planners Half Marathon today! Special treats await our runners in this anniversary year. This race series celebrates the beauty and agriculture in the Traverse City Area and provides unique race experiences such as finishing on a parade route or running through an orchard (Half Marathon only).

Imagine...You're lining up with thousands of runners just like you on a beautiful Traverse City morning. You enjoy the picturesque views of Grand Traverse Bay as you push yourself to beat last year's time. You come to the final stretch downtown and you're re-energized by thousand of cheering fans all the way to the finish line.

Don't just imagine yourself participating in the Meijer Festival of Races. Set a goal for yourself and be there on last day of Cherry Festival. Sign up early and save money on your registration.

Packet pick-up and on-site registration will be on July 7 between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Race day packet pick-up and on-site registration will be on July 8 between 5:30 AM and 6:30 AM.

Races start at 7:00 AM.

All National Cherry Festival events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information and to register for the races, click here to visit the event page.