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Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K
Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K is a 5K event held in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It was last held on October 10, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Kalamazoo, MI
Race details
- Last held
- October 10, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
About the Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K
NEW THIS YEAR! The WMU Homecoming 5K course has changed locations from main campus to the engineering campus. This course will be flatter and faster than in past years. It will also allow for participants to run the 5K in the morning and enjoy the rest of the homecoming festivities in the afternoon.
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Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K: common questions
- When is the Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K held?
- In Kalamazoo, Michigan.
- What distances does the Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Western Michigan University Homecoming 5K?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open.
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