Name: Spooky Sprint
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-10-24

Overlooking Ford Lake and nestled among 135 acres of championship golf, this premier Ann Arbor, Michigan hotel offers a tranquil, park setting and resort-style amenities. Newly renovated in 2017, the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest Resort is perfect for both business and leisure travelers.The Marriott Hotel is located near the University of Michigan’s "Big House" football stadium and both the University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan University.

Travelers will also enjoy the area’s thriving restaurant scene, historic and cultural sites, museums and art attractions. A perfect place to unwind, offering 243 guest rooms and suites, an indulgent concierge lounge, state of the art fitness facility and an on-site golf course. More than 40,000 square feet of well-appointed and flexible meeting space provides an unmatched backdrop for special occasions, business meetings and conferences of all sizes.

Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest

This 139-acre park is located on the west end of Ford Lake and features a boardwalk and trail system that meanders through woods, wetlands and along the shores of Ford Lake.

Other features include an observation tower, islands and bridges along the trail, prime fishing, playground, two shelters, restrooms and plenty of picnic areas.

This park is staffed and gated during the park season.

North Bay Park

This 20-theater megaplex offers first-run films, and also features D-Box and an IMAX screen!

Cinemark Theaters

DABU Sushi offers the very best in Japanese and Korean cuisine, with the guarantee that you'll leave the restaurant not only satisfied, but hooked on their food and ready to return. They're committed to giving the best quality food, excellent service, and great value accompanied by a pleasant experience and clean ambience.

DABU Sushi

Lefty's is committed to serving the highest quality shaved and marinated ribeye meat. Their famous corned beef is marinated with their own recipe of spices and cooked in house every morning, sliced deli style on their own slicing machines. All of their vegetables are cut fresh daily, with freshly baked hoagie buns delivered daily from a local bakery. All of their operators, managers, and chefs are certified, experienced, and trained to make all of their special sauces in house and provide each customer with a clean, healthy, and top notch service at its best.

Lefty's Cheesesteak

Marsh View Meadows Park is one of the township's newest parks. The park includes 2 miles of ADA accessible 8' wide nature trails, trail benches, 2 playground structures, 2 wildlife observation decks, a boardwalk through a sedge meadow, picnic pavilion, interpretive and directional signage, and large playing field.

- ADA Accessible
- Walking/Hiking Trail
- Bike Trail
- Grills
- Pavilion
- Picnic Areas
- Playground
- Restrooms
- T-ball Field

Marsh View Meadows Park

Parkridge Park is an 8.1 acre neighborhood park located in the southwest corner of the city. It is adjacent to the Parkridge Community Center and the Perry Childhood Development Center (pre-school and kindergarten).

Parkridge contains a number of recreation facilities, including basketball and tennis courts, a baseball field, jogging and walking track, playground equipment, and a learning garden targeted at Perry students.

Parkridge Park

Montibeller Park is a 52-acre park, which includes softball fields, tennis courts, 1-1/2 mile nature trail, playgrounds, sledding hills, bathrooms, and picnic shelters.

Montibeller Park

Ypsilanti pizzeria and eatery serving up specialty pizzas prepared with a twist of Mediterranean dishes. Subs, calzones, and other items are available on the menu.

Yaya's Pizza

Casual family eatery with an all-day breakfast menu and a soup bar, plus a fish fry on Fridays. Sinbad Coney Island was started in by three brothers Sam, Cass, Ali and their father.

Sinbad's Coney Island

The [Ann Arbor Sports Commission](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/ "Ann Arbor Sports Commission") works diligently to improve the quality of life through sports for all of Washtenaw County. The [Ann Arbor area](https://www.annarbor.org/ "Ann Arbor area") attracts both sports enthusiasts and participants alike. Thanks to its [easy accessibility](https://www.annarbor.org/plan/getting-here-getting-around/ "easy accessibility"), [wide range of facilities](https://www.annarbor.org/sports-commission/facilities-venues/ "wide range of facilities") available and variety of [dining](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "dining") & [entertainment](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/ "entertainment") options, the Ann Arbor area is a favorite of sporting event organizations. The area has a rich sporting culture seeding in the history of two Division 1 athletic programs ([University of Michigan](https://www.annarbor.org/university-of-michigan/ "University of Michigan") and Eastern Michigan University) and several other small institutions. The Ann Arbor Sports was formed to attract amateur sporting events to the Ann Arbor region by assisting organizers every step of the way.

Ann Arbor is a dynamic mix of energy and charm—a bustling university town, a [foodie’s paradise](https://www.annarbor.org/foodanddrink/ "foodie's paradise"), and a cutting-edge tech hub, all wrapped in a [walkable downtown](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/downtown/ "walkable downtown") bursting with [world-class arts and culture](https://www.annarbor.org/things-to-do/arts-culture/ "world-class arts and culture"). Located in Michigan’s southeast Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor is the heartbeat of a vibrant network of [communities across Washtenaw County](https://www.annarbor.org/surrounding-destinations/ "communities across Washtenaw County"). With its creative spirit, diverse flavors, and unique neighborhoods, Ann Arbor shines as a exciting oasis.

Ann Arbor Sports Commission

Race Day Schedule  
7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup  
8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area)  
9:00am National Anthem and Race Start!  
  
Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!  
  
Every Registration Includes  
Great Swag - designer shirt  
Custom medal  
Chip-timing with live results and awards  
Free photos  
FREE snacks at the finish line!  
Plenty of fun!  
  
Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!  
  
\*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!  
  
\*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!  
  
More Than a Run  
Because we’re all about fun, family-friendly events that welcome every pace and fitness level. This spring race is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, enjoy creative swag, and be part of an encouraging, affordable, and inclusive community. Whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up for the fun, we’re here to cheer you on every step of the way.  
  
Run your race, your way.  
5k/10k/Half Marathon registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!  
1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!  
The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

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