Can’t Miss List October 2026

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Jesse McCartney

Presented by FIM at The Capitol Theatre, Flint

Time: 8 PM. Tickets start at $48 / $35 for Genesee County residents.

10th Annual Lucky Pumpkin 5K Walk/Run, Davison

Presented by Ireland’s Dream

Ireland’s Dream is a 501(c)(3) organization that supports children and families living with cerebral palsy. Visit The Lucky Pumpkin 5K Run/Walk to benefit Ireland’s Dream for details.

5K on the RUNway

Presented by Crim Fitness Foundation, Flint

Join us for the sixth edition of the 5K on the RUNway, hosted by Flint’s Bishop International Airport and presented by RS&H. Bring the kids, too, for the Little Pilots Race (¼ mile). Time: 10 AM to 2 PM. Registration will close the Wednesday before the event due to airport security protocols.

Little River Band

Presented by FIM at The Capitol Theatre, Flint

Little River Band, formed in Australia in 1975, is a group of musicians known for great songwriting, powerful vocals, and guitar harmonies. Tickets start at $73 / $54 for Genesee County residents. Time: 8 PM.

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Legends of Combat 8

Presented by Legends of Combat at 810 Sports Complex, Flint

Come witness the eighth edition of Legends of Combat live and in person! Don’t miss this epic event featuring local legends such as Christos Piliafas, JJ Stephenson, and many more. Price: $54.79 general admission; $81.40 VIP floor.

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Fall Davisburg Festival

at Springfield Oaks County Park.

North Oakland County’s best fall festival features a vintage market and classic car show. Rain or shine. Time: Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM; Sunday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Admission: $10 for a Saturday and Sunday weekend pass. Kids 11 and under are free (no ticket necessary).

Montrose Orchards Cider Run 5K

Presented by Montrose Orchards, 12473 Seymour Rd., Montrose

Celebrate fall with a scenic run through the beautiful orchard grounds of Montrose Orchards. The Cider Run 5K offers a festive, autumn-themed experience for runners and walkers of all ages, plus a family-friendly Donut Dash Fun Run for the little ones (or the sweet-toothed at heart!).

 

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Who’s Bad — The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience

Presented by FIM at The Capitol Theatre, Flint

Founded in 2003, Who’s Bad has spent more than two decades honoring the music, movement, and spirit of Michael Jackson—not by imitation, but by re-creating the feeling of his legendary live performances. Tickets start at $53 / $39 for Genesee County residents. Time: 8 to 9:30 PM.

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8th Annual Jeepers Creekers Costumed Fun Run & 5K, Swartz Creek

Sign up online to save your spot! https://jeepers-creekers.com/event-sign-up. Price: $25 for adults; $20 for kids ages 2–12.

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FIM Flint
Symphony Orchestra: Frightfully Fun Pops

Presented by Flint Institute of Music at The Whiting, Flint

A new Halloween tradition comes to life with the Flint Symphony Orchestra. Audiences of all ages are invited to arrive in costume and enjoy a festive evening filled with playful favorites, spooky classics, and delightfully eerie musical surprises. Tickets start at $26 / $21 for Genesee County residents. Time: 3 PM.

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Halloween Hustle 5K, Kids’ Trick-or-Trot & Half Marathon, Flint

Presented by Crim Fitness Foundation/Festival of Races

Get your costume ready for the third edition of the Halloween Hustle. This year’s event will include the 5K run and walk, Kids’ Trick-or-Trot (¼- and ½-mile distances), and the new, first-ever Crim Half Marathon: the Halloween Half.

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Pumpkin Glow Run 5K at Spicer Orchards, Fenton

Presented by Great Lakes Race Management

Light Up the Night. Run Into the Glow. Get ready for a one-of-a-kind fall evening race at Spicer Orchards! Time: 6:15 to 8:30 PM.

 

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