Big Babies 5K

Big Babies 5k run/walk 2026 race date - Sunday, September 13th 

The Big Babies 5K run/walk provides financial support for medical expenses for caring for young large animals (foals, crias, calves, kids, etc.) that require treatment at MSU’s Veterinary Medical Center. Medical expenses for newborn animals are generally unanticipated and can be substantial. The Big Babies Fund will be used to cover part of the medical expenses for clients in need. Funds are also used to support the training needs of students and residents who will become veterinarians and specialists who can help "Big Babies" 

Dogs are welcome to walk with their owners in this event. We ask that you start at the back of the group and that dogs are leashed.

Pricing: $30 until August 28th, then $35 until the 12th of Sept. MSU Students $25 entry fee until August 28th, then $30 until the 12th of Sept. Onsite registration is $40 for all participants (no MSU discount). 

Family Pricing: $80 for 4 people signing up at the same time, valid until August 28th, then $100

Kid Pricing ages 12 and under: $25 until August 28th, then $30

T-shirts are guaranteed with entry by end of day 8/28, supplies available after that date as they last.  

Awards: Medals for overall male and female, plus medals for first and second place finishers in the following age groups (male and female): 10 and under, 11-15, 16-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71 and over.

Packet pick up: Friday 9\11 at Large Animal Clinic Office, Bogue St entrance, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm (not available after 4:30 pm) or race day morning from 8 to 8:45 am at the start area of the race at Conrad.  

Course Map & Parking information listed in the tabs across the top of the page. 

The race will be chipped timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be available live during the race and online at this website.

Indie the filly was orphaned and came to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center for newborn care and management. Thanks to donations from the Big Babies fund and other friends, plus the support of her family and the MSU team, Indie is off to the races at the Large Animal Clinic. You can support Big Babies in need of care like Indie by participating in this year’s Big Babies race on Sunday 15th September

Course Map - Please note the start and finish location behind Conrad hall between Akers and Hubbard.  Race day packet pickup will be near the start area of the race. 

Important course note: There are 4 locations, marked by the red stars on the map, where participants will need to pause if traffic is present. We unfortunately are not allowed to close the roads and stop traffic.  We anticipate this will be minimal as campus is usually quiet on Sunday mornings. But please be aware of your surroundings and look for our course volunteers to guide you. 

If you would like to support our Big Babies with a donation you will helping MSU VMC support the care of Big Babies

Thank you for your support!