Fast & Furriest Run

Midland, United States • 2 May 2026

Event Details

The Fast & Furriest Run is a 5K trail run/walk event held at Midland City Forest in Midland, Michigan. It is organized as a fundraiser for the Great Lakes Bay Animal Society. The event features two separate, chip-timed categories: one for participants with dogs and one for participants without dogs.

Race Features

Both events are chip-timed, with medals awarded for first, second, and third place in male and female categories. Aid and water stations are available along the trail. The trail course is described as stroller-friendly.

Registration and Logistics

A pre-registration fee is listed at $35, with the price increasing after a specified date. Late registration and packet pickup are available on-site at Midland City Forest on the day before and the morning of the event. Children aged 6 and under can participate for free. Event t-shirts and other items are guaranteed for those who register by a specific date in April. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Fast & Furriest 5k Run/walk With Dogs
5 km
Fast & Furriest 5k Run/walk Without Dogs
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Run or walk with your dog through the scenic trails of Midland City Forest. This chip-timed event features 10K, 5K, and 1-mile distances on unpaved paths. Proceeds support local animal rescue and domestic violence shelter programs.

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