Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race
When is Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race?
Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race takes place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Goodrich, MI.
What distances does Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race offer?
Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race offers 4 events: 5k Run/Walk, 5k Competitive Walk, Virtual Kayla O'Mara Memorial 5k, Youth Fun Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run/Walk | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| 5k Competitive Walk | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Virtual Kayla O'Mara Memorial 5k | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Youth Fun Run | 800.0 mi | $5.00 | Register |
How much does Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race cost?
Registration for Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race held?
Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race is held in Goodrich, MI at 8029 S Gale Rd.
About Kayla O'Mara Memorial Road Race
Race
2026 Race Day is Saturday, August 1
5k start time is 8:30 AM. Overall winners and course records will be based off of gun time. Age group awards will be based off of chip time.
Fun Run start time is 9:30 AM.
Course
We will be using an alternate route this year. If you participated in 2023 this is the same course.
5k course starts on Hegel Road in front of Goodrich High School. This route tours the Village of Goodrich by turning left onto Pontiac St from Hegel Rd before taking Clarence back into Atlas Township. The route uses the traditional water stop at Atlas Fire Dept and continues on our traditional course returning to Goodrich High School via the paved path. The finish will be at the entrance to Goodrich High School. See a course map below.
Race Number Pickup Schedule
Thursday, July 30 @ Bauman's Running & Walking Shop 3:30-6:00 PM
Friday, July 31 @ Goodrich High School 4:00-6:00 PM - Rear of the school in front of the auditorium
Saturday, August 1 @ Goodrich High School 7:00-8:15 AM - Rear of the school in front of the auditorium
Awards - 2026 coming soon.
Custom Memorial Finisher Medal to the first 300 5k registrants!!!
2025 features a throw back medal using the same shape and image we used in our inaugural 2006 Memorial Event but made in the USA! 
5k Run/Walk Awards: $100 cash to the overall male/female 5k winners and $50 cash to the overall male/female masters 5k winners!
3 deep in the following 5k run age groups male/female: 11 & Under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90 & Up
5k Competitive Walk Awards: Overall Top 3 Finishers Male/Female PLUS Top Finisher in each age group.
If an age group winner is Top 3 overall they are taken out of the age group awards.
Walk age groups: 29 & Under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-89, 90-99, 100 & up
2025 Race Award:
2025 Michigan State Championship 5k Run Awards for
Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters Male & Female
Virtual 5k
The price of the virtual 5k event includes a custom memorial finisher medal, shirt (while supplies last), bib and other Kayla swag.
Shipping is available for an additional $6 fee. You must select shipping before checking out.
Local Pickup Schedule, you may have someone else get your packet for you:
Thursday, July 31, 3:30-6 PM at Bauman's Running & Walking Shop
Friday, August 1, 4-6 PM at Goodrich High School - rear near the auditorium under a blue pop up tent.
Saturday, August 2, 7:00 AM-8:15 AM Goodrich High School
Participants can complete the race any time between August 3 and August 31. Results must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on August 31. Tag @KaylaRace on Facebook or @Kayla_Race Instagram with your personal race photos so we can cheer for you!
Steps to Submit Results:
Step 1: Visit the results page on runsignup.com/kaylarun
Step 2: Login to your RunSignUp account OR search yourself by name
Step 3: You will need your electronic bib number. If you do not know your bib number please log into your account to access your number under your race registration.
Step 4: Enter your time
Step 5: Celebrate and share with us! Tag us in your virtual race social media posts!