Great Scrap Run 8k

216 East César E. Chávez Avenue
Lansing, MI 48906

Running > 8k

Event Description

The Great Scrap Run 8k is ScrapFest’s premiere running and walking event! Come for the race on a fast, flat course. Then stay for the festival, featuring a scrap metal sculpture competition and auction. Overall and masters winners will receive trophies made by ScrapFest artists.

Race registration proceeds benefit the Mikey 23 Foundation – a local non-profit empowering young people through education and training in skilled trades.

Registration for the 8k includes:

  • race shirt (guaranteed if registered by June 30)
  • chip timing
  • accurate, fast course on the Lansing River Trail
  • water station at two points on the course
  • charitable donation to the Mikey 23 Foundation

Kids Fun Run participants receive:

  • free entry
  • finisher medal
  • cheers along the roughly half-mile route
  • encouragement
  • new memories

Why is ScrapFest so special?

It’s an immersive experience, featuring:

  • scrap metal sculpture competition and auction
  • Great Scrap Run 8k
  • eco-art booth vendors
  • family activities
  • live music and food
  • Refashion Show

Thousands of visitors come every year to witness scrap metal become art, and how art is a gift to the community.


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