Kick-yer Assparagus 5km Fun Run Walk
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (June 6, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Kick-yer Assparagus 5km Fun Run Walk is a 5K (3.1 miles) fun run and walk in the village of Empire, Leelanau County, Michigan, set against the beautiful backdrop of Lake Michigan. Runners and walkers start together at 10:00 a.m. on June 5, 2027.
The course tackles the tough climb up Wilco Road to the Empire Bluff Trail before heading back to the finish line at the pavilion. Prizes and refreshments are offered after the race.
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Races nearby
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