Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run
When is Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run?
Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run takes place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in Petoskey, MI.
What distances does Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run offer?
Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run offers 4 events: Short Family Fun Run, 1 Mile Trail Run / Walk, Virtual 5K: Participate from Anywhere, 5K Trail Run / Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Family Fun Run | 0.2 mi | $15.00 | Register |
| 1 Mile Trail Run / Walk | 1.0 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K: Participate from Anywhere 20 spots left | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| 5K Trail Run / Walk | 5.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
How much does Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run cost?
Registration for Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run held?
Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run is held in Petoskey, MI at 801 Northmen Dr..
About Dandelion Dash Trail 5K, 1 Mile, and Short Family Fun Run
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
5K Trail Run or Walk
- Start Time: 9:00 am
- Professionally timed
- Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hills
- Swag bag: race T-shirt*, vinyl sticker, and native seed packet
- Custom wooden medals for top finishers and age group winners
- Complimentary Fun Run registration
1 Mile Trail Run or Walk
- Start Time: 10:00 am
- Running clock (not timed)
- Meadow trail, mostly flat with gentle rolling hills
- Swag bag: race T-shirt*, vinyl sticker, and native seed packet
- Complimentary Fun Run registration
Family Fun Run
- Start Time: 10:20 am
- Less than 1/4 mile
- Fun course geared towards families with young children
- Finisher ribbon for the kids
- Swag bag: sticker, temporary tattoo, and native seed packet
- All participants (including parents) must register. Participants 2 and under are free through May 13.
5K Virtual Run
- Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!
- Swag bag with race T-shirt*, vinyl sticker, and native seed packet. Shipping charges apply.
*Must be registered by May 6 for Race T-shirts
Check-in: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 15 from 3:30-5:30pm at Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool (1804 E Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770), or at the event from 8:00-10:00am.
Parking: Petoskey Middle School parking lot
The Fine Print: Children under age 12 must be supervised. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. While we love pets, please leave your dog at home.
Who Will Benefit?
Petoskey Children’s Nature Preschool has been providing high-quality, early childhood education to the children of Northwest Michigan for over 60 years! We are a non-profit 501(c)(3) preschool providing children with an enriching, play-based, child-centered environment to explore the world and relationships around them.
Medals
Custom wooden medals will be awarded to overall and age group winners in the 5K. An awards ceremony will be held following the 5K at approximately 9:55 AM.
Sponsors
Nonbinary Inclusive Race
