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Ciderfest 5K

Name: Ciderfest 5K
Start: 2026-09-26
End: 2026-09-26
Location: Holly

Holly, United States • 26 Sep 2026

CIDERFEST 5K & Mile

CIDERFEST at Diehl's Cider Mill in Holly, Michigan is an orchard trail run held on September 26, 2026. The event uses trails through the orchard and property and finishes at the historic cider mill. Participants receive a 2026 event t-shirt; registration by September 14 guarantees a shirt.

Two distances are offered:

3.1 miles 5K
1 mile fun run

Prizes and awards include overall and masters medals for the 5K, medals three deep in all age groups for the 5K, and medals for all 1-mile finishers. The Running Lab Brighton donated gift certificates for overall winners: $50 for the 5K overall male and female and $25 for the 1-mile overall male and female. Free cider and donuts are provided at the finish, and race participants may take a free hayride after the event. The event coincides with other Ciderfest activities and a craft show at the orchard.

Registration fees vary by category; youth entries have a lower fee and a group discount is available for four or more registered participants. Late registration carries a $5 increase. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Michigan Holly

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k Run/walk

1 Mile Fun Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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