2025 - Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run
2025 distances
Running
5k
The USATF certified 5K course runs through Calvin's scenic, relatively flat university campus. The 5k race will begin with the handcycle racers starting just before the runners, and walkers starting just behind the runners. Strollers are welcome but must stay at the back of the race. Bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards and animals are not allowed on the course. All participants must be registered and have a race number to participate. Note: If it's decided that an in-person race is not a possibility, we will transfer registrations to the virtual race option. *Each participant receives a race shirt; shirts are youth and unisex sizes.
Virtual 5k
Compete from anywhere in the world! You'll receive a Calvin Classic 5k shirt, bib, and Calvin sticker in the mail so you can participate in your race gear; register two weeks before the race to ensure gear delivery before you run. Share a photo or video of yourself in your race day shirt and bib on social media using the hashtag #CalvinClassic5K! *Each participant receives a race shirt; shirts are youth and unisex sizes. Mailed materials include a t-shirt, bib, ribbon, and stickers. Registrations past the two-week mark will be mailed out post-race.
Wheelchair
Handcycle
Handcycle racers will start just before runners. Handcycle racers must yield to runners in the event that the runners catch up with handcycle racers. Handcyclists, please use the Lake Drive or Burton Street entrances when entering the campus. Handcyclists may park in the circle drive in front of Hoogenboom Gym. *Each participant receives a race shirt; shirts are youth and unisex sizes.
Race date Weather
Conditions on September 27, 2025 — historical Open-Meteo data.
About Grand Rapids
Calvin Classic 5k and Youth Fun Run takes place in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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