Max's Race for The Davies Project 2025, our 20th annual in-person 5k run/walk, will be held on the beautiful campus of Michigan State University. Consider a scavenger hunt of Max's favorite things such as the moon, the color orange, or MSU's mascot Sparty to honor the legacy of Max who passed away at the age of 6 due to complications from meningitis.
Proceeds from the event will support free round-trip rides to medical appointments for children facing serious health challenges.
All participants receive a short sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal.
Special family/group pricing: Register 3 or more people at the same time and save $5 per person. Valid for the 5k.
Race Day Start Times: 5K run/walk starts at 8AM, kids mile starts at 9:15AM, followed by kids sprint
Awards: Overall awards to top male and female finisher. Awards to top 3 in each 5-year age group: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Virtual times will not be counted toward age group awards.
Packet pickup: Friday, June 20th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Playmakers in Okemos.
Race Day packet pickup: 7:00 am to 8:45 am morning of the race in front of the MSU International Center
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and online at Playmakers.com.
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