Wheatlake Festival
of Races

Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Wellness Walk

Race Details

Always the third Saturday in May

Join the fight against cancer and participate in the annual Wheatlake Festival of Races. Race proceeds benefit the Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Fund, helping patients at the Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center.

The Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center is a comprehensive regional treatment facility bringing together the full range of services for patients and families on their cancer journey. The cancer center features a Wellness Center, which includes a library, boutique, gift shop and an integrative therapy room. Patients can borrow educational materials from the center and also receive free massages and integrative therapy services. The center hosts support groups and educational sessions to assist patients on the road to recovery. All wellness services are provided FREE OF CHARGE thanks to generous donations to the Wellness Fund.

Race Information

All running participants will receive a race bib with microchip for timing and a finisher medal.

Age group awards based on chip time
Awards will be given to the overall male and female racers in the Half Marathon, 10K Run and 5K Run
Half Marathon, 10K and 5K awards will be given for first, second and third place in each age group

2018 WFOR Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Registration: 6 a.m. Race Start: 8 a.m.
Complimentary busing to start locations from Big Rapids Middle School departing at 6:45 a.m. and 7 a.m.

Course: The 13.1 mile race begins at the Reed City Depot at 200 N. Chestnut Street in Reed City, and will end at the Bandshell traveling the White Pine Trail. The course will include four water stations and restrooms.

The course will close at 11 a.m.

10K Run

Registration: 6 a.m. Race Start: 8 a.m.
Complimentary busing to start locations from Big Rapids Middle School departing at 6:45 a.m. and 7 a.m.
Course: The 6.21 mile race begins at Paris Park in Paris and will end at the Bandshell traveling the White Pine Trail. The course will include water stations and restrooms.

The course will close at 11 a.m.

Previous Years

2018 Race Results
2018 Race Photos

2017 Race Results
2017 Race Photos

2016 Race Results
2016 Race Photos

Memorial and Encouragement Stakes

Purchase a 6-inch Memorial or Encouragement Stake that will be displayed in the grassy area surrounding the Bandshell to honor and support a loved one. Proceeds benefit patients at the Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center. Purchase online here.

2018 WFOR 5K