Crystal Run the Lake 2026 with virtual options

Crystal Run the Lake 2026 offers 5-mile and 3-mile distances on August 1, 2026, in Crystal, Michigan, with virtual participation options available through August 8. In-person participants start packet pickup at 7:00 am for the 5-mile race (8:00 am start) and 8:15 am for the 3-mile race (9:15 am start) at Crystal Community Center, 217 Park St. Start times allow runners registered for both distances to complete each race. Limited-edition t-shirts are guaranteed to registrants through July 6, with t-shirt availability as supplies last for later registrations. First through third place finishers in age groups and door prize winners receive awards following the races. All in-person participants receive snacks and beverages. Competitors ages 8 and under through 90 and over are welcome.