Kalamazoo Klassic

About This Event:

The Kalamazoo Klassic is a community event to promote and benefit the MRC Industries.  At least 85% of the net proceeds of the Kalamazoo Klassic benefit MRC Industries, Inc. in its mission to encourage and support individuals living with a disability to achieve their fullest potential through employment, skill-building and active community involvement.  The remaining proceeds benefit Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR) in its mission to promote a healthy lifestyle through the sport of running while enhancing the quality of life in the community. 

The 2024 Kalamazoo Klassic 10k Run and 5k Run/Walk, presented in partnership by MRC Industries, Inc. and the Kalamazoo Area Runners (KAR), is scheduled for Saturday, June 15th.  We are excited about celebrating our 46th year and we are pleased to announce the 5k Run has been selected as the RRCA State Championship.  The 10k Run starts at 7:30am and the 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:00am at the top of Maple Street Hill in Kalamazoo. 

Race Dates:

In Person - Live Event - June 15, 2024

Event Pricing and Registration:

Registration for the in-person Kalamazoo Klassic 5k Run/Walk and/or 10k Run closes Thursday, June 13th at 11:59pm.   Late Registration will be available on Friday June 14th (12:00 am)  $35.00 Late Registration Pricing.  In Person Live Event $30 for the first in-person event (5k Run or 5k Walk or 10k Run)
An additional $10 for the second in-person event (5k Run or 5k Walk and 10k Run combination).  Runners/walkers who participate in both the 5k Run or 5k Walk and the 10k run will receive two medals – one for each event.  A 5k Run and 5k Walk combination is not available for the live event. A group discount of $5 off per individual is available for the in-person event.  Shirt size and availability are guaranteed until Sunday, June 2nd.   After June 2nd shirt sizing it is subject to available inventory.

Race Information:

Early Friday packet pickup @ 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Maple Street Magnet School Parking Lot - 922 W. Maple St.)Race Day Saturday packet pickup @ 6:00 am (Maple Street Magnet School Lower Field)In Person Live Event 10K Start Time - 7:30 am5K Start Time - 9:00 am  (All 5K participants must begin/start by 9:10 am)

Tee Shirt Information:

Tee Shirt size and availability will be guaranteed until Sunday, June 2nd.   After June 2nd shirt sizing it is subject to available inventory.

Race Amenities:

A high quality custom finisher medal (s)Soft weave polyester/rayon/cotton blend shirt