St. John Applefest Road Race
Registration Open
When is St. John Applefest Road Race?
St. John Applefest Road Race takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Fenton, MI.
What distances does St. John Applefest Road Race offer?
St. John Applefest Road Race offers 5 events: Apple Core 1-Mile, 5K Run, 5K Walk, 10K Run, Apple CORE-TER Mile (1/4) Mile.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Core 1-Mile | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K Run | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| 5K Walk | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| 10K Run | 10.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| Apple CORE-TER Mile (1/4) Mile | — | $15.00 | Register |
How much does St. John Applefest Road Race cost?
Registration for St. John Applefest Road Race starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is St. John Applefest Road Race held?
St. John Applefest Road Race is held in Fenton, MI at 514 Lincoln St..
About St. John Applefest Road Race
🍎54th Annual Applefest Road Race🏃♂️💨
🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN! 🍎🏃♂️
Join us for the 54th Annual Applefest Road Race in beautiful Fenton! 🌳✨
This classic event features 100% paved road courses 🛣️ and takes runners through the scenic streets of Fenton 🍂Don’t miss your chance to be part of this long-standing tradition! 🍎🏁
📅 Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026
📍 Location: St. Johns Catholic Church | 600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI 48430 (next to the Parish Office)
🎉 NEW IN 2026! 🎉
We’ve partnered with Great Lakes Race Management to bring you an even better race-day experience! 🏃♂️🔥
What’s new?:
🏅 Finisher Medals for ALL races
🏆 Overall AND Age Group Awards!
📸 FREE professional race photos
🏁 Inflatable start/finish arches
🔊 Professional sound systems
📍 Mile Markers + other additional course enhancements
Get ready for a bigger, smoother, and more exciting event in 2026! 🎊💪
Registration Includes:
- ⏱️ Chip Timed Race with Live Results
- 👕 Custom Dri-Fit Race Shirt (Select "NO-SHIRT" for $5-Off)
- 🥇 Custom Finisher Medal
- 📸 FREE Race Photos
- 🏃♂️100% Paved Road Race through scenic Fenton!
- 🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
- 💧🍌 Post-Race Refreshments
PACKET PICK-UP INFO:
Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up
📅Thursday, September 17th
📍 St. John Catholic School
(514 Lincoln St, Fenton, MI 48430)
🕒4:00pm - 5:30pm
📅Friday, September 18th
📍 St John Catholic School
(514 Lincoln St, Fenton, MI 48430)
🕒6:00pm - 7:30pm
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP:
📅Saturday, September 19th
📍St John Catholic Church – next to the Parish Office:
(600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI 48430)
🕒Starts at 7:00am!
🔥 DOUBLE CHALLENGE (1-Mile + 5K) 🔥
Looking for an extra challenge? 💪
Register for BOTH the 1-Mile and the 5K Run 🏃♂️ and take them on in one epic race day!
💥 1-Mile + 5K Run
💰 Slight discount for Registering for both Races at once!
Push yourself. Double the miles. Double the bragging rights. 🏅🏁🍎
Pancake Breakfast
After the race return to St. Johns for the award ceremony, pancake breakfast, and Applefest! Race Participants will receive a discount at the pancake breakfast.
Thank you for your support and being part of Applefest!!
Awards and Award Ceremony
Overall Awards — Top (3) Fastest Males and Females will receive a custom Plaque!
Age Group Awards — Top (1) Fastest Male and Female in Each Age Group will receive a Ribbon Slider! (Overall Winners cannot "Double Dip")
After the Awards Ceremony & Pancake Breakfast — continue the fun at the St. Johns Applefest Festival! Check out the Saturday Festival Schedule of Events HERE (click)
Packet Pick-Up
PACKET PICK-UP INFO:
📅Thursday, September 17th
📍 St. John Catholic School
(514 Lincoln St, Fenton, MI 48430)
🕒4:00pm - 5:30pm
📅Friday, September 18th
📍 St John Catholic School
(514 Lincoln St, Fenton, MI 48430)
🕒6:00pm - 7:30pm
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP:
📅Saturday, September 19th
📍St John Catholic Church – next to the Parish Office:
(600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI 48430)
🕒Starts at 7:00am!
Swag & Giveaways
Apple Core 1-Mile: A4 Performance Cooling Tech Shirt
5K Run: A4 Performance Cooling Tech Shirt
5K Walk: A4 Performance Cooling Tech Shirt
10K Run: A4 Performance Cooling Tech Shirt
Apple CORE-TER Mile (1/4) Mile: A4 Performance Cooling Tech Shirt
From $15.00
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