Saturday, December 4, 2021 5PM

Thank  you to our participants and Sponsors for a great race!!

LINK TO 2021 RESULTS

LINK TO 2021  RACE PHOTOS  COURTESY OF THE SALINE POST

LINK TO 2021 RACE VIDEO   

The Saline Merry Mile presented by Ann Arbor Running Company is a 1 mile race/run on Michigan Avenue in downtown Saline.  The race will run along the annual holiday parade route assuring that there is a cheering section for all participants! The race is noted for its downhill start and finish.  This is the only opportunity to run on Michigan Ave as the road is only closed 2 times per year.

The race will start at 5:00pm and will be completed no later than 5:30pm to assure that the holiday parade can start on time.  This is a great run for adults and children and is a great entry level race for beginning runners as well as a competitive event for seasoned athletes.

Kids under 10 running with a paid adult will run for free (and still receive the great race t-shirt). See multi-person registration on the registration page for details.     

We would like to thank all of our sponsors listed on this page.  We ask that you support these local businesses – their willingness to help our event is greatly appreciated.

The proceeds of this race will benefit The Friends of Saline Cross Country, a non-profit organization made up of present and former parents of Saline High School cross country runners, coaches, alumni and friends of the program who raise funds to support the Saline cross country program and provide scholarships to SHS cross country runners.  Even if you cannot participate, we welcome donations via this site.

We would also like to invite special friends of the program to make a LEADERSHIP DONATION.  The first 20 people who give $100 or more will receive two tickets to a special VIP reception and viewing of the parade on December 4 at a (warm!) indoor location above Mac’s Restaurant. Masks are recommended, and required for those who are not vaccinated. So, come on out, run a mile (or not!), enjoy some delicious drinks, snacks, and desserts, and donate to a great cause!

Registration - REGISTER HERE

$20 Race Fee  - includes commemorative long sleeve T-Shirt.

Youth Running Initiative - up to 2 kids 10 and under free with paid adult (2 - 3 Registrants)

$20 Race fee - November   1, 2021 - November 15, 2021 
$25 Race fee - November 16, 2021 - November 27, 2021
$30 Race fee - November 28, 2021 - December 4, 2021

$20 Virtual Race fee - November   1, 2021 - November 27, 2021
$25 Virtual Race fee - November 28, 2021 - December 4, 2021

The Course

The Saline Merry Mile presented by Ann Arbor Running Company is a 1 mile race/run on Michigan Avenue in downtown Saline.  The race will run along the annual holiday parade route assuring that there is a cheering section for all participants!   The race will start at the 4 corners (Ann Arbor Street and Michigan Avenue) and run east on Michigan Ave until a turnaround point just before Old Creek/Maple.  Once the runners turn around, they will head west on Michigan Avenue until they reach the finish line, west of the 4 corners.  The race is noted for its downhill start and finish. 

Packet Pickup  

Friday Dec 3 - 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Ann Arbor Running Company - Colonnade  
901 West Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI
Next door to Panera Bread

Saturday Dec 4 - 3:45 - 4:45 PM
The 109 Cultural Exchange
109 W Michigan Ave, Saline, MI 48176
Between Benny's Bakery and Smokehouse 52 BBQ

The T-Shirt

A commemorative long sleeve T-Shirt is guaranteed for the first 100 registrants. Make sure to register before November 18, to assure a shirt in  your shirt size.

The 2021 T-shirt will be  similar to the one shown below. 

Link to 2019 RESULTS

LINK TO 2019  RACE PHOTOS  Courtesy of The Saline Post

LINK TO 2019 RACE VIDEO   

LINK TO 2020 VIRTUAL RACE VIDEO 

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