location_city Manistee
location_on Michigan
flag United States
calendar_today 25 Jul, 2026
directions_run Running
language Official Website
RegisterRun the Pier (RTP5K) is an annual running event held in Downtown Manistee. The race takes participants out and onto Manistee’s north pier and around its iconic lighthouse as part of a 5K and 10K. For runners who wish have a bit more of a challenge a 1/2 marathon and Full Marathon options are available. There will be 500 total finisher awards, so run fast. An Official Running festival T-shirt for each participant will be included as part of your registration along with additional swag items TBD.. These races take the athletes on a beautiful winding run along scenic lakeshore drive for the Full Marathon. The Half Marathon route is undergoing changes. All Routes will be posted on our website and added to the participant newsletter once finalized. Be patient and stay tuned. Annual participation brings 500 plus athletes to Manistee from out of town. This year Run the Pier will be held on Saturday July 26th. Post race adult beverages (Beer) will be available with proceeds from the sale going directly to Stomp out Cancer of Manistee.
RTP5K was founded in 2018 as a method of raising funds for local non-profits. In 2021 the non-profit Run the Pier Foundation was dissolved, and operational responsibility was placed in the hands of NOMI. NOMI remains committed to the mission established by the original roots of RTP5K. Elements of the original foundation remain involved with the race and establishing the annual beneficiary.
Jul 25, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Road running
206 days remaining
Jul 25, 2026
Distance — 10K
Type — Road running
206 days remaining
Jul 25, 2026
Distance — Half-Marathon
Type — Road running
206 days remaining
Jul 25, 2026
Distance — Marathon
Type — Road running
206 days remaining
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Manistee.
Manistee is located on the shores of Lake Michigan in the northwestern lower peninsula of Michigan, about 65 miles south of Traverse City. Manistee offers small town charm with beautiful beaches, great fishing, and the Manistee National Forest. For vacationers Manistee has a lot to offer but it may be more notable for what it doesn't: large crowds, high prices, heavy traffic and tacky tourist traps.
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