We are excited to bring back the Dandelion Dash! This event will include a professionally timed 5K Trail Run, a Short Family Fun Run, and NEW THIS YEAR: a 1 Mile Trail Run at the Petoskey High School Cross Country grounds. This event is a fundraiser for Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool.
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
5K Trail Run
- Start Time: 9:00 am
- Professionally timed
- Race T-shirt guaranteed if registered by May 9
- Runners (beginners to seasoned athletes) and Walkers are welcome!
- NO last minute registration – sign up by MAY 13!
1 Mile Trail Run
- Start Time: 10:00 am
- Race T-shirt guaranteed if registered by May 9
- Runners (beginners to seasoned athletes) and Walkers of all ages are welcome!
- NO last minute registration – sign up by MAY 13!
Family Fun Run
- Start Time: 10:15 am
- Approximately 1/4 mile, over fields (surface may be uneven and is not paved)
- Finisher Ribbon for kids
- The Family Fun Run is geared towards young children – it is intended to be an opportunity for families to move together and raise money for the preschool
- All participants (including children in trail-appropriate strollers) must register. Participants 2 and under are free through May 13.
5K Virtual Run
- Not located near Petoskey? Participate from afar!
- Race T-shirt guaranteed if registered by May 9. Shipping charges apply.
Check-in: You must check in prior to the event. Packet pickup is Friday, May 15 from 3:30-5:00pm at Petoskey Children's Nature Preschool (1804 E Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770), or at the event beginning at 8:00am.
Parking: Petoskey Middle School parking lot
The Fine Print: Children under age 12 must be supervised. Adults accompanying children on the run must register as participants. Trail-appropriate strollers are allowed for the Family Fun Run only. Family Fun Run registration for children ages 0-2 is free (prices shown at check-out). While we love pets, please leave your dog at home.