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4th Annual Running for The Edson

Bay City, Michigan, United States

calendar_today 12 Jul, 2026

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About the Event

Join us for the 4th Annual USS Edson 5K Run on July 12, 2026, as we celebrate the United States 250th birthday. This exciting event helps raise funds for the ongoing preservation efforts of the USS Edson, ensuring that this historic ship can continue to be shared with future generations.

Race Highlights: Authentic gun start from the USS Edson’s cannon
Special race-day shirt and commemorative medal for all participants
Free admission to the USS Edson Museum for a self-guided tour
Pre- and post-race stretching assistance from Freeland Sports Rehab
Snacks and water provided for all runners

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to support a great cause, this event is perfect for everyone. Get your running shoes on and join us as we race to preserve history, support veterans, and have a great time on the grounds of this historic ship!

Registration:
Sign up today to secure your spot in this one-of-a-kind event and help us continue our mission of preserving the USS Edson.

Races Offered

5k Run

Jul 12, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

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10:00

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$45.00

5k Walk

Jul 12, 2026

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Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

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10:00

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$45.00

5k walk or Run

Jul 12, 2026

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Distance — 5k walk or Run

terrain

Type — Running

timer

10:00

sell

$45.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Bay City.

thermostat Temperature

18.2° / 27.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

18.1° / 27.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 41m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:09

nightlight Sunset

21:12

About Bay City

Learn more about the host city, Bay City.

Bay City is a city in Central Michigan. A former lumbering/mill town that was incorporated in 1865, it was at one time the home of the celebrity Madonna, which is commemorated in a mural downtown.