Izzo Run/Walk/Roll breaks participation record on 'gorgeous' spring day

TL;DR

The 7th Annual Izzo Run/Walk/Roll on April 26, 2026, set a participation record with over 9,300 attendees at Michigan State University. The event enjoyed perfect spring weather, creating a festive atmosphere for participants and supporters.

Key points

Izzo Run/Walk/Roll set a record with over 9,300 participants
Event took place on April 26, 2026
Held at Michigan State University campus
Perfect spring weather contributed to the event's success
Tom and Lupe Izzo were present to support participants

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People participate in the 7th Annual Izzo Run/Walk/Roll 5K event Sunday, April 26, 2026, on the Michigan State University campus.

EAST LANSING — The Izzo Run/Walk/Roll experienced another record-breaking year on April 26, with more than 9,300 participants and perfect spring running weather to mark the occasion.

“It was unbelievable,” said Race Director Joe Dimambro, adding that thousands of volunteers, spectators and supportive families and friends rounded out the multitude posted and moving along a course that finished at Michigan State University’s Spartan Stadium.

“An absolutely gorgeous day on campus…You could not have asked for better weather,” Dimambro said. “It’s just been great, from people running a superfast time and crossing the finish line to someone doing their first ever 5K, and Tom and Lupe Izzo and the entire family are out, cheering people out on the course, giving out medals. It really is a magical day.”

Tim and Kristen Gallagher from Lansing have been supporters of the Izzo Run/Walk/Roll and participants for the last two years and Kristen Gallagher said they "support it because of what they (Izzo family) do to help the community and it's such a little contribution." Photo: Sunday, April 26, 2026.