Baker College "Bee" Thankful 5K

Baker College "Bee" Thankful 5K takes place in Cadillac, Michigan, in Wexford County, on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2026, with a 5K road race (3.1 miles) starting at 9:00 AM at Veterans Serving Veterans Park. The event welcomes competitive runners, casual joggers, and families alike on a scenic course, and its proceeds fund student enrichment activities at Baker College along with the mission of Veterans Serving Veterans, which works to connect students, alumni, and local families.

Northern Michigan in late November can bring snow and freezing temperatures, so treat this as a cold-weather race: dress in layers, warm up longer than usual, and pay attention to footing if the ground is icy. The 5K distance remains approachable for beginners with a few weeks of easy running, and regular runners can use it as a controlled fast effort inside a winter base-building block. Families can jog or walk it together at their own pace.