Salmon Scramble Su-pear 5k and Fun Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Detroit)
- Location
- Buchanan, Michigan
- Entry fee
- From $15
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prickly Pear Challenge (5k and 1.75 Mile Combo) | 8K | Oct 24, 20268:00 AM | $35 | 25 |
| Salmon Scramble 1.75 Mile Fun Run/Walk | Kids | Oct 24, 20268:00 AM | $15 | – |
| Salmon Scramble Su-pear 5k Run/Walk | 5K | Oct 24, 20268:45 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Prickly Pear Challenge (5k and 1.75 Mile Combo): $35 until Oct 24.
- Salmon Scramble 1.75 Mile Fun Run/Walk: $15 until Oct 24.
- Salmon Scramble Su-pear 5k Run/Walk: $25 until Oct 24.
Online registration closes Oct 24, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about 12 percent below a typical 8K in Michigan, which costs $40 right now.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 8:07 AM, and the Prickly Pear Challenge (5k and 1.75 Mile Combo) starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 780 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
501 W Smith St, Buchanan, MI 49107
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 24 the day usually runs from 44°F at dawn to 59°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 36% of days. Cold snaps dip to 36°F and hot years reach 73°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 501 W Smith St, Buchanan, MI 49107Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 780 feet
- Distances
- 5K, 8K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 24, 2026), 2025 (Oct 5, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Salmon Scramble Su-pear 5k and Fun Run?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $15 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 24, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Michigan?
- At $35, entry is about 12 percent below a typical 8K in Michigan, which costs $40 right now.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 8K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 501 W Smith St, Buchanan, MI 49107.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Strava; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Big energy, small town vibes, all heart racing experience.
Get ready to "scramble" through Buchanan for the second annual Salmon Scramble Su-pear 5k and Fun Run. Our scenic race course will take you through our charming town and along the beautiful McCoy Creek Trail. You might even "catch" a glimpse of the migrating salmon along the course or at the finish line.
Did you know?
Every registration supports the McCoy Creek Trail Organization. Learn more about the trail here: https://www.cityofbuchanan.com/public-services/page/mccoys-creek-trail