Blake's Berry Fast 5k

And they’re off! The Wixom Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will host the 10th annual Derby Day races on Saturday, May 2nd at Sibley Square Park located in the heart of downtown Wixom. The 2026 Derby Day races will celebrate its 10 years and utilize 5K and 10K routes that takes participants along the Michigan Airline Trail, which is part of the Great Lake to Lake Trial. The 1 Mile Fun Run will lead participants through our beautiful downtown neighborhoods.

We will have onsite registration the morning of the race starting at 8:00 am at Sibley Park. The transactions for payment will be cashless. Please make sure to have a credit or debit card with you.

Participants will receive a complimentary Derby Day wristband, finishing medal, and t-shirts. Make sure to register by April 5th to guarantee a 10th anniversary Derby Day t-shirt . We encourage you to stay after the race and enjoy downtown Wixom. Businesses will be offering Derby Day Specials that include discounts on drinks, food, etc. All you need to do is show your wristband at participating businesses to receive the Derby Day Specials.

Your participation will help support Camp Casey. $5.00 from each registration will help fund Horsey House Calls, Cowboy Campouts, and Outlaw Outings. Camp Casey brings the healing power of horses to children fighting cancer, rare blood disorders, and other life threatening illnesses. To learn more about Camp Casey, please visit their website, https://camp-casey.org/

For this event, there will be 10 minutes between race start times.

Packet pick-up will be held on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the City of Wixom Civic Center Campus, 49045 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393. We will be located inside this year in the Council Chambers - Room B. If you cannot make it at this time, you can receive your packet the morning of the race starting at 8:00 am at Sibley Park at the registration table.

We hope to see you at the Derby Day Races and have horsing around with us in Downtown Wixom!

Calling all 🐱cat lovers and runners! Join us for the I Love Cats 5K Run/Walk & Meowy Mile, a purr-fectly fun event celebrating our feline friends while getting active. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just love cats, this event is for you!

The event takes place on Sunday, May 3rd at ITC Community Sports Park in Northville. The event will kick off with the Meowy Mile at 9:30 am, followed by the 5k run/walk (3.1 miles) at 10:00 am. There is plenty of parking at the park and a beautiful playground right near the start/finish. Restrooms on site.

Pricing: $30 until April 19th with a t-shirt guaranteed. $35 from 4/20 to 5/2 (limited shirts available), $40 race day.

Discounted pricing for families: We're encouraging families to participate together and are offering special pricing for you! Save $15 when registering 3 or more people from the same household.

Course: The start and finish is at the pavilion near the park at the corner of 8 mile and Napier. The 5k run/walk👟 is an out and back on the paved ITC trail. All ages and abilities are welcome, you can run or walk at your own pace. The Meowy Mile 🐾 is a shorter fun run for all ages - great for families and kids! Runners, Walkers, Strollers and Wagons all allowed. No bicycles, skateboard or rollerblades please.

🏅 Swag: All participants receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post race refreshments.

🐱 Support a Cause: A portion of the proceeds, and all donations, will benefit our local charity partner - Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Run by volunteers and funded by donations. All funds are used for cats. 😻

Packet Pickup: Will be held the morning of the event starting at 8:30 AM at the ITC Pavilion at the start/finish line.

Awards: The Overall Male & Female winner of the 5k run/walk and Meowy Mile will receive a special cat themed gift.

Results will be texted to you once you cross the finish line. They will also be live at the event and on this website afterwards. The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.

Bring your cat-loving friends and let's run (or walk) for the cats! 🐾 Register now and let's make this a purr-fect day! ☀️🐱

This event is put on by Garr Event Solutions, an event management company that partners with non-profits to support local community initiatives. 💗 Good People. Great Events. Giving Back.

Triathletes throughout Michigan have long considered the Island Lake State Recreation Area, home of the Island Lake Triathlon, an epic training destination, ideal for any athlete preparing for a multisport event. Set within a 4,000-acre park in Livingston County that offers an “up north” experience without leaving southeast Michigan. The terrain is a mixture of open brush land to mature hardwood forest, with some pockets of open meadows mixed in with a paved road of rolling hills weaving throughout. You’ll swim the clear waters of Kent Lake, bike the park’s rolling, tree-lined hills, then run the panoramic final leg towards the lakeside finish line!

Island Lake Tri features 7 different events:

Olympic Triathlon — 1500 meter swim, 24-mile bike, 6.2-mile run

Sprint Triathlon — 750-meter swim (32 lengths in a standard metric pool), 12-mile bike ride, 3.1-mile run

Mini-Sprint Triathlon — 400-meter swim (16 lengths in a standard metric pool), 12-mile bike ride, 1.5-mile run

Olympic Aquabike (swim bike done) — 1500 meter swim, 24-mile bike ride

Sprint Duathlon (run bike run) — 1.5-mile run, 12-mile bike ride, 3.1-mile run

Olympic Relay — team up with one or two friends to complete our Olympic Triathlon together

Sprint Relay — team up with one or two friends to complete our Sprint Triathlon together

Certification

USA Triathlon Official Sanctioned Event

Course

Please note that in the interest of safety, all courses are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the race director.

OLYMPIC BIKE COURSE

OLYMPIC RUN COURSE

SPRINT AND MINI SPRINT BIKE COURSE

SPRINT RUN COURSE

MINI SPRINT RUN COURSE

Post-Race Party

Stick around post race for food and festivities! Our Epic staff and volunteers will be cooking up pancakes, breakfast burritos, and more for race participants.

Zero Waste Policy

The event is a Leave No Trace event. Learn more about our race-day recycling and composting efforts here. Want more information about running a great race and leaving no trace? Visit https://happyplanetrunning.com.

→ Read the Island Lake Tri sustainability report here!

The Moovin’ Thru the Midway 5K Presented by Wells Fargo made its debut at the Michigan State Fair in 2019 and has been a fan favorite ever since! This one-of-a-kind race welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to experience an immersive and energetic course through the heart of the fairgrounds. Runners dash past highlights like the Carnival Midway, the animals and even inside vendor exhibits—bringing the full fair experience to life.

The race finishes in true fair style at the Entertainment Pavilion Beer Tent, where participants celebrate with medals, light refreshments, free race photos, and a sponsor-branded keepsake photo. Adults 21+ can toast their accomplishment with a complimentary beer, while everyone is welcome to enjoy the live music and festive vibes at the post-race celebration in the Beer Garden.

Officially Chip Timed & Age Group Prizes!

Our 5K is professionally chip timed, so every runner gets accurate, real-time results no guessing, no stopwatch needed. Whether you're chasing a personal record or just out to have fun, your time will be tracked with precision.

🏅 Age Group Awards

We’re celebrating standout performances across multiple age groups—so everyone has a shot at the podium! Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each category: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Male and Female runners. Push your pace, race your best, and take home some well-earned bragging rights!

Every in-person participant receives:

• (1) Complimentary Ultimate Admission Ticket to the Michigan State Fair (Redeemable Saturday, Sunday or Monday Only -- $42 value that includes fair entry, unlimited rides)

• Unique Moovin’ Thru the Midway 5K Dri-Fit T-shirt

• Finisher Medal

• Race Photo

• Pint of Guernsey Farms Dairy Chocolate Milk

• Sweetwater's Coffee to kickstart the fun

• (1) Free Beer from the Beer Tent (21+)

Economy Option (No Shirt)

• (1) Complimentary Ultimate Admission Ticket to the Michigan State Fair (Redeemable Saturday, Sunday or Monday Only -- $42 value that includes fair entry, unlimited rides)

• Finisher Medal

• Race Photo

• Pint of Guernsey Farms Dairy Chocolate Milk

• Sweetwater's Coffee to kickstart the fun

• (1) Free Beer from the Beer Tent (21+)

In 2020, the race expanded to include a virtual option, allowing participants to run or walk from home or a location of their choice. Virtual runners receive a mailed Race Kit with their official swag and can submit a photo to receive a branded keepsake image to share on social media. Plus, all virtual participants can upload their race photos directly to the results page.

Proceeds from the Moovin’ Thru the Midway 5K benefit our nonprofit partner, Military Families United—supporting those who serve and their loved ones.

Packet Pick-Up

Location:

• Michigan State Fair at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace, formerly Suburban Collection Showplace (46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374)

Dates/Times:

• Race Day Morning (September 5th, 2026)

• 6:30am - 8:00am