Run of the Mill 5K returns to Windmill Island Gardens with new youth race

The annual event features a scenic course and a 0.2-mile run for kids 10 and under.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:05am

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A cubist-style painting featuring overlapping geometric shapes and planes in shades of green, blue, and brown, conceptually representing the motion and energy of a running race through a public park.A vibrant, geometric interpretation of the annual Run of the Mill 5K race through Windmill Island Gardens.Holland Today

The annual Run of the Mill 5K is returning to Windmill Island Gardens in Holland, Michigan this Saturday, April 18. In addition to the 5K course around the island, the event is introducing a new Mini Millers run for children ages 10 and under to participate in a 0.2-mile route.

Why it matters

The Run of the Mill 5K is a popular annual event that draws runners of all ages to Windmill Island Gardens, a scenic public park in Holland. By adding a youth race, the event organizers are aiming to engage more families and encourage physical activity among young people in the community.

The details

The 5K race begins at 9:30 a.m. and follows a course around Windmill Island Gardens, out to Window on the Waterfront, and back to the finish line. Registration for the 5K is $30 and includes a finisher medal. The new Mini Millers youth run starts at 10:30 a.m. and covers a 0.2-mile route around the main campus. Registration for the Mini Millers is $15 and includes a race ribbon. Participants who registered after March 27 are not guaranteed a race t-shirt.

  • The 5K race begins at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 18.
  • The Mini Millers youth run starts at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 18.
  • Registration for both events closes on Friday, April 17.

The players

Windmill Island Gardens

A scenic public park in Holland, Michigan that hosts the annual Run of the Mill 5K event.

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The takeaway

The Run of the Mill 5K is a beloved community event that encourages physical activity and engagement with Windmill Island Gardens. By adding a youth race, the organizers are making the event more accessible and appealing to families in the Holland area.