Running races in or near Empire, MI
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Empire, MI area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Running-5K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Big Little Hero Race
Date of Race: 04-19-2025
Description: 10th Annual Big Little Hero Race Saturday, April 19
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Running-10K - Individual Age group/open
Organization: Big Little Hero Race
Date of Race: 04-19-2025
Description: 10th Annual Big Little Hero Race Saturday, April 19
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10th Annual Big Little Hero Race
Organization: Big Little Hero Race
Date of Race: 04-19-2025
Description: 10th Annual Big Little Hero Race Saturday, April 19
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Fundamentals Camp
Organization: Detroit Lions Football Education Division
Date of Race: 06-16-2025
Description: Fundamentals Camps are an opportunity for your child to build a ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Empire, MI: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Empire
Empire (MI) is a village in Leelanau County with an estimated population of 375.[4]
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Historically, more marathons are run in the month of October than any other month (in the U.S.).