Glitter Run

Gaylord, United States • 26 Jul 2026

Glitter Run: Illuminating the Way for Creative Resilience

The Glitter Run is a community running event at Lucky Clover Farm in Gaylord, MI, supporting Ignite Dance Co.'s outreach, inclusive programming, and scholarship opportunities. The event takes place on July 26, 2026, and proceeds fund programming that removes barriers to creative movement and community connection.

Courses run through rows of lavender and open farmland. The Glitter 5K follows a marked course that includes trail and field terrain; the course is described as flat and scenic. The Mighty Glitter Mile is a short out-and-back Community Loop woven through lavender rows that allows participants to see and cheer each other along the route. The event is described as family-friendly and open to runners and walkers of varying abilities. Pets are not permitted.

Additional event details include a prize for the Most Dazzling Runner for costume or creative gear, race T-shirts available through July 8, 2026, and an early bird registration deadline of March 31, 2026. Participants are asked to arrive at least 30 minutes before their race to check in and receive a race bib. After the event, Lucky Clover Farm will offer discounted You-Pick lavender opportunities at a special event rate separate from registration fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
The Glitter 5k
The Mighty Glitter Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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