Uncle John's Orchard Run
When is Uncle John's Orchard Run?
Uncle John's Orchard Run takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026 in St Johns, MI.
What distances does Uncle John's Orchard Run offer?
Uncle John's Orchard Run offers 3 events: Uncle John's Orchard Run 5K, Uncle John's Orchard Run 10K, Uncle John’s Orchard Double 5K/10K.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncle John's Orchard Run 5K | 3.1 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Uncle John's Orchard Run 10K | 6.2 mi | $40.00 | Register |
| Uncle John’s Orchard Double 5K/10K | 9.3 mi | $65.00 | Register |
How much does Uncle John's Orchard Run cost?
Registration for Uncle John's Orchard Run starts at $35.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Uncle John's Orchard Run held?
Uncle John's Orchard Run is held in St Johns, MI at 8614 N US-127.
About Uncle John's Orchard Run
Two days. One farm. Full fall weekend.
Uncle John’s Weekend kicks off with the Orchard Run on Saturday, bringing runners onto the farm for a 5K and 10K set in the apple orchards and open fields of Uncle John’s Cider Mill. It’s crisp air, dirt under your feet, and a course that feels like Michigan in September.
Come for the run. Stay for the weekend.
RACE DAY
Saturday – Orchard Run + Cider Mill Day
9:00 AM: Uncle John's Cider Mill opens
Orchard Run registration + packet pick-up
10:00 AM: Free Kids Run
10:30 AM - 5K Start
11:30 AM - 10K Start / The Double Orchard
Make It a Weekend
Run Saturday. Ride Sunday.
Sunday brings the Uncle John’s Gravel Race. Same venue, different effort.
Camping on Site
Stay right on the property and make the most of it. On-site camping will be available all weekend, so you can settle in and experience both days without leaving. For more information, contact Dan at:
Explore the Family Farm at Uncle John's Cider Mill
Taproom with hard cider and wine
Fresh donuts and baked goods
Corn maze, wagon rides, and farm activities
Food trucks
CREATE A TEAM
Putting a team together is simple:
The first person to register creates the team.
They’ll choose a team name and password during registration.
Share those details so others can join when they sign up.
Each team member registers and pays individually—no need for one person to manage it all.
Bonus: Every team member receives $5 off their registration for teams of four or more! Be sure to select multi-person SignUp pricing.
COURSES
Runners, walkers and kids start at the lower parking area of the Uncle John's Cider Mill. Head straight into the orchard—apple rows, open farmland, and wide dirt lanes. It’s closed course so it's safe for everyone from the fastest runners and Party in the Backers.
Apples on the trees. Corn turning. Budding pumpkins. That harvest vibe you only get for a few weeks.
Running the 10K? You’ll loop it twice—and the second time you’ll know exactly where to go.
AFTER PARTY AND AWARDS
Overall and age group awards top finishers recognized on-site with the crowd
1st Overall Male and 1st Overall Female will each receive: Pumpkin, finisher medal
2nd and 3rd Overall Male and Female will each receive: Pumpkin, finisher medal
Top Masters Male and Top Masters Female will each receive: Pumpkin, finisher medal
The top 3 males and top 3 females in the following age groups will each receive a PUMPKIN from the Uncle John's Cider Mill's Pumpkin Patch.
12 and Under, 13–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70–74, 75–79, and 80+.
WHAT YOU GET
Every runner receives:
A choice between a hat or a tech shirt
Custom finisher medal
Fresh apple cider at the finish
Chip timing - Commemorative event bib
Free Photos from Stellafly
Volunteers
We're always in need of awesome volunteers to help make the race a success. There are several shifts to choose from when signing up as a volunteer.
Besides having a great time at a beautiful farm, you'll receive:
Choice of a FREE race registration for you or someone else or a donation made to Guiding Light Works.
Exclusive volunteer shirt + beanie
Snacks, Pepsi products
Volunteer Spots: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MI/StJohns/UncleJohnsOrchardRun