Course
Based at Lake Dr SE in East Grand Rapids. The organisers state a revised race course is planned for 2027, and the Kids Gold Ribbon Fun Run moves to a half-mile road course.
5K5 km
Key dates
- ✓Entries openedTue 1 Sep 2026
- ★Race daySat 20 Mar 2027
Date confirmed with the organiser · entry window checked by RunCalendar
About
The Irish Jig marks the start of Michigan's racing season and raises awareness for cancer, citing that one in two people will face cancer in their lifetime. The race is based at Lake Drive SE in East Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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