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Baker College "Bee" Thankful 5K

Cadillac, Michigan, United States

calendar_today 26 Nov, 2026

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sell $30.00

About the Event

Join us on Thanksgiving morning for the inaugural Baker College “Bee” Thankful 5K at beautiful Veterans Serving Veterans Park in Cadillac on Thursday, November 26, 2026. Whether you’re a competitive runner, casual jogger, or family walker, this community-focused event is the perfect way to start your holiday with gratitude, wellness, and giving back.

Hosted by Baker College, the “Bee” Thankful 5K will bring together students, alumni, families, veterans, and community members for a fun and festive morning filled with energy, camaraderie, and holiday spirit. Participants will enjoy a scenic course through Veterans Serving Veterans Park while supporting meaningful causes that make a lasting impact in the community.

Proceeds from the event will support Baker College student enrichment activities and help further the mission of Veterans Serving Veterans, an organization dedicated to serving and supporting local veterans.

Come run, walk, and celebrate what we’re thankful for — community, service, health, and connection. Grab your friends and family, wear your Thanksgiving spirit, and help us make a difference one step at a time!

Races Offered

Baker College "Bee" Thankful 5K

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

09:00

sell

$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Cadillac.

thermostat Temperature

-0.5° / 6.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

-5.3° / 1.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

4h 40m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.4 cm

air Avg wind speed

15.0 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

78.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:38

nightlight Sunset

18:15

About Cadillac

Learn more about the host city, Cadillac.

Cadillac is a city in the state of Michigan. The community has a population of approximately 10,000 within city limits, and over 40,000 within the surrounding two counties. It was established as an industrial town known as the Village of Clam Lake. The village was incorporated into a city in 1877. It changed its name to Cadillac after the 17th and 18th century French explorer Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac. The area became a popular tourist destination following World War II, and remains so today.