Playmakers Autumn Classic

Sunday, October 1 Haslett, MI 48840 US Directions

Events

8K Run/Walk

$35 10/01 9:00AM EDT - 12:00PM EDT Price increases after August 7, 2023 at 11:59pm EDT

2 Mile Walk

$35 10/01 9:05AM EDT - 12:00PM EDT Price increases after August 7, 2023 at 11:59pm EDT

Children's Races

$0 10/01 8:30AM EDT - 9:00AM EDT Registration ends October 1, 2023 at 11:59pm EDT

Virtual Events

$0 - $35 09/29 5:00PM EDT
Events: Virtual 8K Virtual 2 Mile Walk Virtual Children's Race

Description

Join Playmakers at the 2023 Autumn Classic! This event is a treasured fall Mid-Michigan tradition for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.  Enjoy the brilliant fall colors as you walk or run around Lake Lansing!  There is something for everyone:

• 8K run/walk

• 2 mile walk (non-competitive)

• Official timing and results

• Long sleeve technical shirt

• Free Kids' Fun Run (long-sleeve t-shirts can be ordered for $15)

• Refreshments

• Charity Partner: Special Olympics Michigan Area 8

Location: The start and finish are in the beautiful Lake Lansing Park North, 6260 E. Lake Drive, Haslett. Rain or shine. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome.

Basic Race Info

IN PERSON RACE INFORMATION

Location: The start and finish are in the beautiful Lake Lansing Park North, 6260 E. Lake Drive, Haslett. Rain or shine. Strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome.

Times: 8:30 a.m.— Free FREE KIDS' RUN/WALK 9:00 a.m. — 8K run/walk 9:05 a.m.—2 mile walk

Registration: Online: runsignup.com/autumnclassic

Packet Pick-Up: Packet Pickup will be hosted at Playmakers on:

  • Friday, September 29, 3:00-7:00pm
  • Saturday, September 30, 10:00am-5:00pm
  • Race Day Packet Pickup will take place at Lake Lansing Park North at 7:30am on race morning!

Free Kids' Dynamic Warm-Up and Run: 8:30 a.m. — 1/2 mile fun run (12and under). 50-yard dash (6 and under). Medals for all finishers. Kids t-shirts can be ordered for $12.

Divisions: 8K men’s and women’s: 14 and under; 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; 80-84, 85+.

Special Awards: to overall, masters, grand masters, and the top 3 in each age division. The 2 mile walk is noncompetitive (no awards). 

Teams: Form a team of 5 or more to compete for special awards

Special Pricing: Family and student rates are available within the registration process.

Virtual Event Basic info

Virtual Event Information:

The Virtual Autumn Classic continues this year.   You select your own favorite road, trail and park to become the virtual 8K run/walk and 2 mile course! You can run individually or with your team, you select when and where.

This year’s virtual event allows you to run/walk at any time, from any location from 5pm Friday, September 29, until 11:59pm Sunday, October 1.

All virtual racers will receive a performance shirt and an official Autumn Classic bib which can be picked up in store at Playmakers, or shipped to you for $5.

Participants are encouraged to form Teams to complete the Virtual Autumn Classic together and celebrate as a group!

Submit your time and pictures to be posted on the Autumn Classic results page, all participants will be entered into a drawing for awesome prizes. 

Happy running and walking! Thank you for being an important part of the Playmakers Virtual Autumn Classic!

 

Race Swag

Custom Headsweats Gear® Long Sleeve shirt in both women and men sizes
100% REPREVE® Recycled Polyester Pintec fabric 
Made using the equivalent of 5 plastic bottles

Playmakers Fitness Foundation

The Playmakers Fitness Foundation is committed to the wellness of the Greater Lansing community, aiming to empower people to adopt and sustain a healthier and more active lifestyle through fitness opportunities and education programs, designed to have people Move More and Move Better. Through the Autumn Classic and other Playmakers Premier Events, the goal is not only to provide an opportunity to stay active while training for and competing in an event, but create a premier experiences for the participants, their families, and everyone involved in the event! 

 
 

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at

Place

6260 E Lake Dr.
Haslett, MI US 48840

Sponsors


Greater Lansing Area Race Series

We are excited to be part of the 2023 Greater Lansing Area Race Series! This year GLARS features 10 races from the Greater Lansing Area, starting in March and ending in late September. There is no need to register for the Race Series; just participate in the events listed on their website and earn points towards some sweet awards! All race information, award information, standings, and more can be found here.

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