Justify The Pie 5k and 15k Run/Walk

About the Event

Come kick off Thanksgiving morning, with a 5K or if you want to really "justify the pie" and potatoes, we offer a 15K. Bring the kids for a 1 mile fun run!

The "Justify The Pie" is more than just a race; it's a celebration of unity and well-being. This event is designed to bring people of all ages and fitness levels together to burn off some energy and calories before indulging in the festive Thanksgiving dinner later that day. Whether you're an avid runner or someone looking to enjoy a morning of movement, this event has something for everyone.

The event takes place at Jamestown Lower Elementary. Race Options include a 5k, 15k, and a 1-mile kid fun run Our scenic routes will take participants along the back country roads and trails, offering a variety of terrains to cater to different preferences and abilities.

However, the true essence of the Justify The Pie Run lies in its philanthropic mission. All proceeds from this event will be dedicated to Servants Center. A nonprofit faith-based organization that provides high quality, relationship-based street outreach and ongoing support services to mentally ill poor and homeless people in our community.

Races Offered

Justify The Pie 15K Run

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 15K

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Type — Running

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07:30

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$30.00

Justify The Pie 5k Run/Walk

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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07:45

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$25.00

1 Mile Kids Run/Walk

Nov 26, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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Type — Running

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08:45

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$0.00

Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

1.6° / 8.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

-2.9° / 4.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

5h 17m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.5 cm

air Avg wind speed

14.6 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

75.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:36

nightlight Sunset

18:20

About Hudsonville

Learn more about the host city, Hudsonville.

Hudsonville is a city in Ottawa County in the U.S. state of Michigan; it is part of the Grand Rapids metropolitan area. The population was 7,721 at the 2020 US Census. Hudsonville is nicknamed "Michigan's Salad Bowl."

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Justify The Pie 5k and 15k Run/Walk.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Grayson Lentner	M	17	Hudsonville, MI	1:13:16.8
🥈	Evan Ball	M	17	Hudsonville, MI	1:13:19.6
🥉	Scott West	M	61	Allendale, MI	1:13:47.7
4	Michael Ball	M	48	Hudsonville, MI	1:16:07.9
5	Eduardo Velazquez	M	63	Hudsonville, MI	1:17:52.7
6	Amy Konkol	F	29	Holland, MI	1:18:01.8
7	Mathew Weiss	M	30	Holland, MI	1:18:02.3
8	Kevin Miller	M	57	Hudsonville, MI	1:19:12.4
9	Matt LePard	M	51	Hamilton, MI	1:20:03.9
10	Bob Groenleer	M	55	Grandville, MI	1:21:23.9
11	Carol Reiss	F	55	Hudsonville, MI	1:22:28.6
12	Kylie Schelhaas	F	18	Hudsonville, MI	1:25:04.3
13	Emily Mack	F	22	Byron Center, MI	1:26:43.3
14	Jenny van Biljon	F	44	Jenison, MI	1:27:55.9
15	Alison Bydalek	F	48	Jenison, MI	1:27:56.4
16	Kristi Schelhaas	F	41	Jenison, MI	1:27:57.3
17	Paige Taylor	F	30	Zeeland, MI	1:31:47.7
18	Justin Weaver	M	50	Holland, MI	1:32:20
19	Katie Battjes	F	41	Jenison, MI	1:32:22.6

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Clark Borden	M	29	Jenison, MI	20:56.8
🥈	Kohen Van Houten	M	15	Hudsonville, MI	21:15.7
🥉	Kevin Boersen	M	33	Hudsonville, MI	21:53.2
4	Liam Van Houten	M	17	Hudsonville, MI	22:03.1
5	Micah Timmermans	M	28	Grandville, MI	22:17.3
6	K. Painter	M	12	Rockford, MI	22:46.3
7	Benjamin Timmermans	M	18	Grandville, MI	23:00.7
8	I. Jordan	F	12	Hopkins, MI	23:35.1
9	Jason Riddering	M	29	Grand Rapids, MI	23:48.7
10	Brent Weick	M	25	Allegan, MI	25:36
11	I. Hengeveld	M	10	Racine, WI	25:45.5
12	Ziva Rasch	F	13	Conklin, MI	26:02.7
13	Claire Aukeman	F	14	Hudsonville, MI	26:38.8
14	Camryn Boersen	F	27	Jenison, MI	26:56.8
15	Lynden Riddering	F	25	Hudsonville, MI	26:57.9
16	Joel Boersen	M	30	Jenison, MI	27:11.9
17	Don Snider	M	70	Hudsonville, MI	27:25.3
18	Sarah DuVall	F	36	Hudsonville, MI	27:33
19	Jacob LePard	M	24	Hudsonville, MI	27:37.1
20	Christopher Alexander	M	38	Grandville, MI	27:52.5
21	Tessa LePard	F	15	Hamilton, MI	27:55.1
22	Stacey Aukeman	F	43	Hudsonville, MI	28:04.2
23	Christopher Kapla	M	58	Jenison, MI	28:21
24	Emily LaJoye	F	25	Byron Center, MI	28:30.9
25	Salay Schelhaas	F	13	Jenison, MI	28:31.8
26	Paige Harig	F	13	Hudsonville, MI	28:38.9
27	Joel Riddering	M	27	Hudsonville, MI	28:40
28	Emily Rasch	F	45	Conklin, MI	28:40.9
29	Jamie Blanch	M	45	Hudsonville, MI	28:44.6
30	Grayson Cote	M	13	Zeeland, MI	28:45
31	Dylan Thompson	M	25	Dorr, MI	28:58.9
32	Doug VanderJagt	M	53	Hudsonville, MI	29:52.8
33	E. Painter	M	10	Rockford, MI	29:57.7
34	Lilian Siler	F	13	Zeeland, MI	29:59.2
35	Suzi Trdan	F	43	Marquette, MI	30:03
36	Carl Boersen	M	62	Hudsonville, MI	30:13.2
37	William McInnis	M	67	Grandville, MI	30:13.4
38	Andrew Engelsman	M	40	Hudsonville, MI	30:27.9
39	Brandi Van Houten	F	47	Hudsonville, MI	31:30
40	Cindi Henley	F	64	Jenison, MI	31:32.8
41	Tanya Johns	F	50	Hudsonville, MI	31:33
42	Gerrit Hengeveld	M	42	Racine, WI	31:53.7
43	Olivia LePard	F	21	Hudsonville, MI	32:25.8
44	Ciara DeJongh	F	19	Hudsonville, MI	32:42.1
45	Debbie Snider	F	65	Hudsonville, MI	33:01.3
46	Jim LePard	M	54	Hudsonville, MI	33:28.5
47	Janessa Smit	F	40	Hudsonville, MI	34:22.3
48	Jennifer Harig	F	41	Hudsonville, MI	35:20.3
49	J. Van Houten	M	11	Hudsonville, MI	36:10.6
50	Tim Morgan	M	57	Wyoming, MI	37:41.8