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Run Woodstock

Run Woodstock offers a multi-day festival of trail running, music, and community in Michigan's forests.

Race Date

Sep 12, 2026

Location

Gregory, MI

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Location
Gregory, Michigan
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50M, 50K, 26.2M, 5M trail run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Destination WorthyBeginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Party FinishLocal CommunityGreat MedalGreat Post Race

Course

Scenic Route

The Experience

Run Woodstock transforms Gregory, Michigan, into a vibrant running festival each September, drawing participants into a celebration of peace, music, and community. Set against the backdrop of lush forests and rolling terrain, the event offers a spectrum of distances from a 5-mile trail run to a 100-mile ultra.

This isn't just about the miles; it's about the experience. Runners can immerse themselves in a festival atmosphere, complete with on-site camping, live music, and yoga sessions. The trails themselves wind through scenic woods, providing a natural escape for participants of all levels. The event aims to capture the spirit of togetherness and joy, making it a unique destination for trail enthusiasts.

Every finisher receives a distinctive peace sign medal, while ultra-endurance athletes vie for a coveted belt buckle. Run Woodstock fosters a relaxed, communal vibe, blending the challenge of trail running with the carefree spirit of a music festival.

Race-provided description

HomeEvent InfoRace DetailsCampingSchedule of EventsFAQRegisterVolunteerResultsPhotosHelp Welcome to Run Woodstock! September 11-12, 2026 Run Woodstock is a vibrant, multi-day running festival held in Gregory, MI, celebrating running, peace, music, and community. Inspired by the spirit of the original Woodstock, the event features a wide range of races from 5M to 100M set on scenic trails through lush forests and rolling terrain. Participants can camp on-site, enjoy live music, join yoga sessions, and embrace a relaxed, festival-style atmosphere that blends trail running with a sense of togetherness and joy. 5M • 13.1M • 26.2M • 50K • 50M • 100K • 100M Gregory, MI Every finisher gets a groovy peace sign medal! The 100 mile finisher's belt buckle is far out! Plus, far out add-on options incl

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Gregory, MI

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Forest

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

50M50K26.2M5M trail run

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details6/15

3 timing sources · 5 photos

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 77°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

57°

Afternoon (High)

77°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.1"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Run Woodstock?

The Run Woodstock is held on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

Where does the Run Woodstock take place?

It takes place in Gregory, Michigan.

What distances does the Run Woodstock offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50M, 50K, 26.2M, 5M trail run.

Is the Run Woodstock course flat and good for a PR?

The Run Woodstock is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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