The annual Tulip Festival Road Race is a mainstay on the third weekend of May each year. The 2026 edition will feature a scenic Orange City route starting and ending downtown, with the last stretch along the Tulip-lined Central Avenue from Northwestern College, past the historic courthouse, and through the Dutch architecture and festival features, while finishing next to the Windmill in Windmill Park. In 2026, we will feature a 5k run/walk and a 1-mile fun walk.

Days: Saturday

Times: 8:05 am

Location: Windmill Park

Cost: $30

Link Name/Link: Register here

2026 Road Race Registration information 

Registration includes t-shirt, cinch bag, finishers medal and a fun vibrant race day experience. REGISTER NOW

All participants should be checked in and ready as events begin at 8:05am. Line up will be at 7:55am for National Anthem

  • Awards shortly after 9am in Windmill Park
Awards:
  • Top 3 overall male and female
  • Top 3 per age group
Age Groups:
  • 13 and under
  • 14-17
  • 18-22
  • 23-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-69
  • 70+

Awards for 5k shortly after 9am in Windmill Park