5K
- Distance
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- Start Time
Frequently Asked Questions about 5K
- How long is the 5K?
- The 5K covers 5K (3.1 miles).
- What time does the 5K start?
- The 5K starts at 8:15:00 AM.
- Where is the 5K located?
- The 5K takes place in Portage, MI.


Interactive map showing the location of Glory Days 5K Community Run at The Portage Invitational at coordinates42.2127726, -85.6260694 in Portage, Michigan.
7145 Moorsbridge RdOctober 4, 2025
Whether you want to kick start your fitness journey, run a real cross-country course, or relive your glory days; our annual Glory Days 5K is the event for you! This 5K is open to the entire community including any spectators and/or coaches who are coming with their student athlete.
This is one-of-a-kind chance to share the course that has been completed by thousands and thousands of high school and middle school athletes including some of the fastest runners in the nation!
Cost:
$20 Pre-registered by October 3 at 5 PM, includes a short sleeve Portage Invite race t-shirt.
$25 Day of race/onsite registration (Availability of t-shirts and sizes cannot be guaranteed with onsite registration.)
Onsite Registration/Packet Pickup:
Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM behind Portage West Middle School
Top 50 runners receive a medal!
Choose from 1 race distance available for Glory Days 5K Community Run at The Portage Invitational in Portage, MI. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.