RF Events

07/04/2025

Happy July 4th! 🇺🇸
☀️ Summer fun is heating up, and so are the trails, roads, and finish lines!
From Devil’s Lake to the vineyard and everything in between, your next adventure is waiting. 🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️🍷

🎉 Use code SUMMER25 for $5 off any of these epic events, now through July 7th:

✅ Dances With Dirt Devil's Lake – July 12
✅ Oberun 5K – July 18
✅ Pterodactyl Triathlon & Duathlon – July 23
✅ Flirt With Dirt – August 2
✅ Running Between the Vines – August 9
✅ Pines to Vines 55K – August 10
✅ T-Rex Triathlon & DuathlonT-Rex Tri & Du – August 20

Lock in your summer race plans at: rfevents.com/event-calendar

06/27/2025

🔥 Two Epic Races. One Hot Month.
Mark your calendars, July is stacked with adventure, and you won’t want to miss it.

🗓️ July 12 – 2025 Dances With Dirt Devil's Lake (Baraboo, WI)
Get gritty on the glacier-carved trails of Devil’s Lake! Choose from 10K, Half, Full, 50K, or 50 Mile and take on steep climbs, wild descents, and jaw-dropping views.
👉 Register now: https://haku.ly/d27cc1ae32

🗓️ July 18 – 2025 Oberun 5K (Ypsilanti, MI)
Run hard, party harder. A fast, fun evening 5K through Wiard's Orchard, followed by an ice-cold Oberon and the summer’s best beer garden bash.
👉 Sign up here: https://haku.ly/5ab97ca0e0

Whether you’re chasing dirt or drinks (or both), July is your month to move.
Which one are you in for?

06/23/2025

Report by HPR event captain Sara Haleblian A nice day and a great turnout for the RF Events Liberty Run in Canton, with lots of red, white, and blue in evidence. The 700 participating athletes had …

06/10/2025

🐐 Think you’ve got what it takes to be the G.O.A.T.? 🐐

The 2025 GOAT Trail Series is officially ON, and it’s your chance to earn serious bragging rights on Michigan’s toughest, most beautiful trails!

Run one race at each GOAT Trail Series event in 2025 and you’ll score:
🏆 A custom GOAT Trail Series pint glass
🎁 Awesome prizes and awards
🔥 A shot at trail running greatness!

Whether you're chasing the podium or just out to enjoy the journey, the GOAT Series is all about pushing yourself, having fun, and connecting with the trail community.

📈 Series standings are live, see where you stack up and get ready for the next round!

👉 https://rfevents.com/goat-series

Lace up. Dig deep. And let’s see who climbs to the top of the mountain. And don’t miss the Flirt With Dirt the next race in the GOAT series! More info at https://haku.ly/9ab7435e20

06/06/2025

Happy National Trails Day on June 7th! 🌲🥾

National Trails Day is the perfect excuse to lace up, step outside, and soak up the beauty of the trails, whether you’re logging long miles, hiking with friends, or just taking a peaceful stroll through the woods.

To celebrate this occasion use code RFTRAILS25 for $5 off your next RF Events' trail race registration! Check out our full list of trail races here: https://haku.ly/8f5544b100

Trails give us more than dirt and distance. They give us calm, joy, challenge, connection, and that unbeatable fresh-air feeling. So celebrate by exploring somewhere new, revisiting an old favorite, or simply enjoying a moment in nature.

Wherever your feet take you, we hope you find a little trail magic today. ✨
Drop a photo or tell us, how are you celebrating National Trails Day?

06/05/2025

🔥 Two epic events are just around the corner, mark your calendars and get ready to race with us this July!

🗓️ July 12 – 2025 Dances With Dirt Devil's Lake (Baraboo, WI)
Get wild on the rugged, glacier-carved trails of Devil’s Lake! With 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50K, and 50 Mile options, this event is packed with steep climbs, jaw-dropping views, and serious trail grit.
👉 Register: https://haku.ly/d27cc1ae32

🗓️ July 18 – 2025 Oberun 5K (Ypsilanti, MI)
Ready to run, drink, and repeat? The Oberun 5K is your perfect summer night out, an evening trail run through Wiard’s Orchard and Rolling Hills, followed by a cold Oberon and an unbeatable post-race party!
👉 Sign up: https://haku.ly/5ab97ca0e0

From dirt to drinks, these July races bring the heat. Which one are you lining up for?

06/04/2025

Happy Global Running Day, RF Runners! 🎉

Today we celebrate every stride, every finish line, and every runner, whether you're chasing a PR or just out there for the post-run snacks.

From the laid-back loops of Island Time, to the red, white, and blue fun of Canton Liberty Run, to the post-race brews at Oberun, you make this community what it is.

🏃‍♀️ How to celebrate today:
– Go for a run (any distance counts!)
– Sign up for your next race
– Share your favorite running photo or memory in the comments
– Thank your legs—they’ve carried you far

Let’s celebrate the joy of running together.
To celebrate the day we're giving you five dollars off your next RF Events Race! Use coupon code: RFGRD25 (code valid through 6/6)
Check out our upcoming races here: https://haku.ly/b4b3c582bd

06/03/2025

RF Events fans, the summer race calendar is heating up! ☀️

First up, celebrate fitness and freedom at the 2025 Canton Liberty Run on June 14th! Choose from the 5K, 10K, 1 Mile Kids Run, or go big with the Uncle Sam Slam (that’s both the 5K and 10K)! It’s a red, white, and blue blast through Canton’s scenic Heritage Park. Don’t miss the festive vibes, finisher medals, and family fun! Sign up now at https://haku.ly/c9a206c7fb

Then, on June 19th, unleash your inner dino at the 2025 2025 Triceratops Triathlon & Duathlon at Island Lake! Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned multisport athlete, this midweek event is perfect for testing your speed and soaking in the summer. Triathlon or duathlon, your adventure, your way. Registration and more info at https://haku.ly/03d2deeb5b

Let’s get out there and race, RF style! 🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️🇺🇸

06/03/2025

2025 Canton Liberty Run is nearly here! Get your red, white, and blue gear gathered and don't forget to register at https://haku.ly/c9a206c7fb

Canton’s Annual Liberty Run is back on Saturday, June 14! Run, walk, or stroll the beautiful 5K or 10K flat, fast and accurate courses through neighborhood streets and the natural beauty of the Lower Rouge Trail. Canton Township has once again teamed up with RF Events with a portion of your entry fee helping to fund recreation and trail improvement in Canton Township. In addition, there will be a food collection this year for Open Door Ministries, a local food pantry in Canton. Donations can be dropped off at the Liberty Run tent the morning of the run. Entry for the Liberty Run includes a shirt and finisher's medals for all distances, and theme awards to the three most patriotic outfits! Find out all the details and register today at https://cantonlibertyrun.com/.

06/02/2025

Thank you all you amazing folks who helped out and donated to the Huron Waterloo Pathways' Bridge the Border to Border Trail fundraising campaign! Because of you amazing people we helped to provide an awesome community resource in the form of a new connection on the B2B Trail! Give yourselves a round of applause and go check out the Huron Waterloo Pathways' website for more information! https://huron-waterloo-pathways.org/