Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K
About this race
Join the fight against cancer and participate in the Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan: Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 16, 2026
We have both in-person and virtual options available.
Registration includes:
- 2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt
- Participants who pre-register by April 15 are guaranteed to receive a shirt.
Registrations after can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last.
- Virtual Run/Walk option
- Pride knowing that you are supporting local patients fighting cancer
- Results are live and will be available on this website after the event. Look for the QR code near the finish line!
- Awards: Top award winners can pick up medals immediately after the race
- Children are allowed to participate with registered adults (strollers allowed).
The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
Join fellow runners on May 16, 2026 for the Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K. It's a fantastic 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Big Rapids.
Pick your distance
Running
2026 Wheatlake Wellness 5k Run
Timed 5K Race
2026 Wheatlake Wellness Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Participants may run or walk in the location of their choosing that meets a 3.1-mile distance.
Walking
2026 Wheatlake Wellness Walk
Stroller and wheelchair accessible route
Weather Overview
These values represent the 9-year monthly averages for May in Big Rapids.
About Big Rapids
Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K takes place in Big Rapids, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/Detroit.
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