Events
Candy Cane Course
Location
Island Lake State Park
13832 Kent Lake Beach Rd
Brighton, MI 48116 US
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Race Day Schedule
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7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup
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8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)
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9:00am National Anthem and Race Start!
Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
The Fun Includes
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Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal
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Chip-timing with live results and awards
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Free photos
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Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line
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Plenty of fun!
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!
*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!Â
*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!
More Than a Run
Because weâre all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, weâre here to cheer you on every step of the way.
Run your race, your way.
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5k/12k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
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1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!
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The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)
Age Group Awards
5K/12K -Â
Male and Female Overall
Male and Female Masters (40+)
Top 3 Male and Female for the following: Â Â
10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
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*Kid's Dash, 1-Mile, and Virtual events are untimed and do not qualify for age group awards.
Virtual Event
Virtual Event participants are welcome to run any day, anytime, at the location of their choice!Â
Your registration includes a digital bib, event shirt, finisher medal, and shipping for your packet. Your packet will be mailed to you and will ship out the Wednesday after the race. You can upload your times starting the day of the event on the results page. You can also upload any photos in the "participant upload" album on the photos page!
Race SWAG
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Running for the bling or the shirt? Weâve got you covered.
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Super soft, custom race tee youâll want to wear all day.
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One-of-a-kind finisher medal thatâs always a masterpiece.
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Register by midnight, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt.
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Add extra holiday upgrades at checkout to make race day even more magical.
Fun. Family. Fitness.
Bodies is built on family, health, and unity. While we may be small, we strive to make a mighty impact in communities across the country. Our family-friendly events keep people active and connected year-round, and youâour participantsâare the most important part of it all. Our mission to âmake a healthy impact in our communitiesâ drives us to grow each year alongside amazing partners. We look forward to seeing you at races, reaching goals together.
Awesome swag, cool finisher medals, awards, vendors, and an after party! We design fun courses in partnership with local parks to minimize community impact while maximizing your race day experience. Whether youâre an avid runner or just starting out, you belong at Bodies Race Company.
The Bodies Store
Weâre excited to announce the launch of our NEW Bodies Store!
Now you can shop your favorite Bodies gear anytime â no race required.
Missed out on swag? Want more of what you loved? From comfy apparel to exclusive accessories, the Bodies Store has everything you need to rep Fun. Family. Fitness. wherever you go.
Bodies Membership
Weâre excited to introduce our NEW Bodies Membership â and itâs free for a limited time.
As a member, youâll unlock exclusive perks including: Early access to race registration, Discounts on swag and events, Members-only rewards and offers. Join now during our free launch period. Paid membership levels with even more benefits are coming soon. Become a member today and stay connected to all things Fun. Family. Fitness.
Course Maps and Parking
**Please note a $10 parking fee is required to enter the park, unless you have an RSU Annual Pass**
*Course is subject to change at any time due to course, permit, or volunteer restrictions. Our team will always work to provide you with the distance offered.
Packet Pickup is always available on race day an hour and a half before the start of the race.
If you need to switch to virtual please email support@bodiesrc.com  BEFORE the event or come to packet pickup and pick up your items. If we are not notified prior to the event, items may not be available as we open items up after the event for late registrations.
Any questions? Contact us today!
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
All Bodies Race Company events proceed rain, shine, snow, or cold. Â For that reason, we have a strict no-refund policy. Â If you are unable to participate in the event, you can still receive your packet, shirt, and medal, and you simply run the race on your own time on your own course. See our virtual race information for complete details:Â https://bodiesracecompany.com/virtual-events/Â
This time of year the weather is iffy, but we will only cancel if our venue requires cancellation, or if there are ice hazards on the roads or course. Due to the time required for permitting we are not typically able to reschedule. If cancellation is necessary we will transfer everyone to virtual!
Frequently Asked Questions
For frequently asked questions and additional information, please visit our websiteÂ
