Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk

About this event

🪵🪓Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk 🏃♂️ 📅 Saturday, November 7th, 2026 📍 Island Lake State Recreation Area | Brighton, MI (Must have a MI State Park pass for entry)

About the Race 🏃♀️💨

Join us for the 2nd Annual "Bunyan Battle 5K" at Island Lake State Park in Brighton, MI!

Get ready to kick off GameDay in the best possible way - with a run! The Bunyan Battle 5K Run/Walk brings fans together (and sometimes divides them 😉) as Michigan and Michigan State football face off later in the day.

The scenic out and back course at Island Lake State Park on the Island Lake Trail showcases fall colors at their peak on a completely paved 5K course. It's the perfect setting for runners, walkers, and football fans alike. This race is for all fitness levels and all fans!

Registration Includes:

⏱️ Chip Timed Race with Live Results 👕 Custom Dri-Fit Race Shirt (upgrade to Tank Top for $5) 🏷️ Commemorative Race Bib 🏅 Custom Finisher Medal 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards 📸 FREE Race Photos 🍎 Post-Race Refreshments

Packet Pick-Up Info:

📍 Location: Island Lake Recreation Area 🗓️ Day: Saturday, November 7th (Race Day) ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM – 8:45 AM

Race Start Time: 🏁 5K Run/Walk – 9AM

Show Out for your Team and Wear your favorite fan gear! Rep your team! Participants are encouraged to wear rep their favorite teams swag.

Who REALLY has the best in the State of Michigan? Go tow to toe with your in-state Foe's! 🪵🪓🏈