44th Annual Reeds Lake Resolution Run

The Resolution Run: One Last Run

December 31, 2026 marks the 44th Annual Reeds Lake Resolution Run—a New Year’s Eve tradition in East Grand Rapids. This 4-mile course around Reeds Lake is USATF certified, giving runners and walkers a fast, accurate loop to close out 2026.

The main race begins at 2:00 PM, starting near East Grand Rapids Middle School and finishing in front of Collins Park.

The Kids Race returns at 1:30 PM for ages 12 and under, with their own course and disco-ball medals waiting at the finish.

Since 1982, when Joe O’Brien first gathered runners for this end-of-year tradition, the Resolution Run has been more than a race. It’s a moment to show up, take stock, and head into a new year with intention. Year after year, runners and walkers come out—no matter the weather—to keep it going.

We’ll do it again in 2026, and continue Joe’s legacy of giving back by supporting Guiding Light Works.

The Details

Date: Thursday, December 31, 2025

Start: 2:00 PM at East Grand Rapids Middle School

Finish: John Collins Park

Kids’ Race: 1:30 PM (12 & under) - 1/2 mile

Course: 4-mile USATF certified loop around Reeds Lake

Packet Pickup

Early: December 30, 4–7 PM at Big Bob’s Pizza

Race Day: 12 PM - 2 PM

Post race after party and awards: Big Bob’s on Croswell

The Goods

Custom die-cast medals for the first 1,000 4-milers

Disco Ball medals for kids

Beanies for all participants (except those who opt out)

Overall and age-group awards across all divisions

Pepsi products & Gordon Water

Fairlife Protein Drink

Hot Dogs from Johnny D's Bike Bags

Bundle up, toe the line, and join us for one last run of 2026. Crisp air, a lakeside loop, and a finish line full of familiar faces.