Paint the Town Pink in Manistee
October 2025 | Downtown Manistee, MI
For over a decade, Paint the Town Pink honored individuals affected by cancer and raised funds and awareness for this important cause. We are thrilled to carry on this tradition this year!
This beloved community event has supported the purchase of 3D digital mammography equipment, a breast biopsy chair, and enhancements to breast health services and education at Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital.
Thank you to everyone who supported Paint the Town Pink 2024! Keep an eye on this page for more information regarding our 2025 event.
Paint the Town Pink Activities
Run the Town Pink 5K
Saturday, October 4, 2025
We’re thrilled to launch the very first Run the Town Pink 5K in beautiful Manistee on Saturday, October 4, 2025. This inspiring event unites our community in strength, support, and awareness—all along a scenic course through town.
To help you run your absolute best, we’re also offering a professionally designed training program tailored to all fitness levels. Lace up, show your pink, and help us make history in this heartfelt celebration.
Program Highlights
- Structured 10-week plan: Designed for first-time 5K runners
- Beginner & Intermediate Options: Choose that level that fits your current fitness.
- Expert Coaching: Certified coaches offer real-time feedback on form, pacing, and breathing.
- Flexible Scheduling: Join group runs or complete workouts independently.
- Injury Prevention: Trainers incorporate warm-ups, cool-downs, strength training, and mobility work to help prevent common running injuries.
- Personalized and Group Support: Train with others to stay accountable.
- Time Efficiency: Group sessions are time-optimized with a clear plan each session.
- Varied Workouts: Includes short and long runs, plus built-in elevation training days.
- Bonus Perk: Enjoy a 2-month fitness center membership included with registration
Goals
• We will prepare you for the race in a safe manner to prevent injury.
• This program is a starting point for those looking to develop healthier habits.
Price
• $75 for non-members of Manistee Health & Fitness
• $40 for members
Please call Manistee Health and Fitness at 231-398-1520 to sign up.
Remembrance Walk
Details to come!
A walk to honor individuals affected by cancer.
How to Participate
1. Attend an Event
Attend one of the above events during the month of October to show your support for Paint the Town Pink!
2. Make a Gift
Proceeds from this year's Paint the Town Pink activities will support the Cancer Patient Needs Fund, to provide non-medical financial assistance for patients undergoing cancer treatment. To make a donation, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page.
Contact Munson Healthcare Foundations with any questions about making a gift at 231-213-1150 or foundation@mhc.net.
3. Spread Awareness
We welcome your support in raising awareness for Paint the Town Pink 2024! Here are a few ways you can help spread the word:
- Post on social media or share the link to this page with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers.
- Purchase Paint the Town Pink apparel to wear throughout town.
- Display the Paint the Town Pink logo at your business or organization.