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Ionia Free Fair 5K

Name: Ionia Free Fair 5K
Start: 2026-07-16
End: 2026-07-16
Location: Ionia

Ionia, United States • 16 Jul 2026

Ionia Free Fair 5k

The Ionia Free Fair 5k is a community road event on July 16, 2026 in Ionia, Michigan. The event location is listed as 405 W Main St, Ionia, MI 48846. The organizer is Summit Health Club.

Races and distances:

5 km
1 mile

The 5 km route starts on Main Street in Ionia, connects two trail systems, and passes through the Free Fair on opening night. Multiple entry categories are offered, including a juniors 5k, a youth 1 mile, and a volunteer category.

Entry fees and limits are published for each category; sample fees include a $30 entry for the main 5k, $15 for the juniors 5k, $20 for the 1 mile, and a free youth 1 mile option. Prizes are listed as top five overall and age category medals. Total event registration is limited to 200 participants and online registration closes on July 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.

An official District Tri-Blend event T-shirt is available for purchase for $15. Sizes shown include Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large with limited inventory reported for each size. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Michigan Ionia

Race information

Registration Facebook

5 km

Ionia Free Fair 5k

5 km

Juniors 5k

Youth 1 Mile

Ionia Free Fair 1 Mile

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

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