Youth Haven Miles for Smiles
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Youth Haven Miles for Smiles
Youth Haven Miles for Smiles is a running and walking event held on 10/24/2026 at Youth Haven, located at 3796 Perrine Rd, Rives Junction, MI 49277, roughly halfway between Lansing and Jackson. The event includes multiple distances:
- 1 mile
- 3.1 miles
The program features a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run (no registration fee) and both a 5K Run and a 5K Walk (registration fee applies to both 5K events). Registration for the 5K events opens 08/30/2026 and closes 10/16/2026; registration for the kids run opens 08/30/2026 and closes 10/17/2026.
The course is described as a flat, fast cross country route primarily through the woods, with spectator access along the route. After the races, the site will host an annual harvest festival, weather permitting. Planned festival activities include food, hayrides, bonfires, a petting farm, a playground, children's games, and a zipline. Zipline safety requirements specify closed toed shoes and a rider weight between 75 and 275 pounds. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
