Race Details

Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K

Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Apr 17 2027 in Lansing, MI (America/Chicago timezone).
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  • 2027-04-17

    Race Date

  • Closed

    Registration Status

  • Lansing, MI

    Location

Event Schedule

Here is the latest schedule of events:

Name Distance Type Price Start Time
Michigan: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
South Carolina: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Wisconsin: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Ohio: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Indiana: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Oregon: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Pennsylvania: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Florida: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Georgia: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Washington: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Maryland: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Virginia: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Tennessee: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Vermont: Happy Little 5K 3.1 Miles virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
South Dakota: Happy Little 5K 3.1 Miles virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
New Hampshire: Happy Little 5K 3.1 Miles virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Kansas: Happy Little 5K 3.1 Miles virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00
Illinois: Happy Little 5K 5K virtual_race $36.00 4/17/2027 00:00

Run for the Trees: Happy Little (Virtual) 5K Race Details

The latest details from your Race Directors:

No matter how you reach the finish line – walk, run or roll – you pick the pace and the place, anywhere outdoors! Everyone who participates gets a Happy Little T-shirt, sticker, a commemorative bib number and finisher's medal. For good measure, we will be allowing participation between April 18 and 26 to encompass Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 24).
Result and photo submissions can be made the weekend before Earth Day and the weekend after Arbor Day for those that can't complete their 5K during the work week. Photos and result submissions are not required, but it is a great way to engage with other participants and celebrate your achievement. When posting about your adventure on social media, we encourage you to use #RunForTheTrees #BobRoss #HappyLittle5K #MiStateParks
Packets will start mailing next March, in time for the April event. With the Happy Little Trees 5K filling up faster than a Bob Ross canvas, you'll want to register early to secure your spot.
All proceeds support tree-planting and forest protection efforts (such as invasive plant and forest pest management and early detection surveys) in state parks and recreation areas, including locations affected by tree pests and diseases like emerald ash borer and oak wilt.
Registration closes April 12 – or earlier if the 14,000-participant cap is reached – to ensure timely shipping of race T-shirts, bibs and finisher medals. 
Registration is closed for the 2026 event. Look for registration to open this fall for the 2027 event.

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Lansing, MI

(America/Chicago timezone)

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