Festival Of Races

Whether you watch, walk or run, the Crim Festival of Races has something for everyone!

As the largest 10 mile race in Michigan, and the 3rd largest in the nation, the Crim attracts runners and walkers of every age and skill.

 Over 15,000 men, women children and families come together each year to celebrate the success of a race well run.  The community comes together like at no other time to show support for all of the participants who set out to reach new levels of personal achievement.

As a world-class event, Elite Runners from all over the world come to enjoy the challenge of the course, the warmth of the community, and the sheer fun of the 3-day celebration.

A rich 32 year history has set the stage for the city's largest and most successful event of the year. Approximately 50,000 people gather at the center of the city for a celebration like no other.

Aside from the flagship 10-mile run and walk , the Crim events include an 8K,  a 5K, and a 1 mile walk and run.  For the Children, there is the Teddy Bear Trot , The Crim Kids Invitational, and of course  the Lois Craig Invitational for Special Olympics.

The Crim Kids Classic kicks off the season of Crim as early as the month of May at the Flint Cultural Center.  It's a Mini-Crim for CrimKids! Hundreds of families show up to cheer their youngsters across the finish line and to enjoy a day of family fun at the cultural center attractions.

Other events include the Friday night Pasta Party, the Michelob Ultra Concert and of course the Post Race Party on Saturday.  It's 3 days of Family Fun and Celebration!

Don't miss this year's 32nd celebration of the Crim Festival of Races!

Race History

Read how the Crim was originally formed, and how much this race has progressed over the years. Find out why the Crim is a great Flint city tradition!

Participants

Here you will find plenty of participant information. Awards, Elite Athletes, Race Results and more can be accessed here.

Course Maps

See the route your race will be taking by checking out one of the course maps.

Directions/Parking

Full turn by turn directions, and a map are available for you here. You can also find parking and hotel information here.

Travel Information

Get your hotel rooms booked by checking out our list of official Crim hotels. There is also contact information and addresses available for these hotels.

Spectator Information

If you are coming to enjoy the race and weekend festivities as a spectator, you can find all the information you'll need here.

Race Events

You will find information and times available for each race event here.