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Dragon Dash 5K

Date:
Sun, May 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location:
2700 Joslyn Ct
Oakland County, Michigan
48360
United States
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Links:
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5k Run Trail Walk

Whether you run or walk, join us for the Annual Dragon Dash! This 5K certified course beginning and ending at the Wildwood Amphitheater and following the Polly Ann Trail north will kick off your training season. All runners will receive an award crossing the finish line. All levels of runners and walkers are invited, from beginner to competitive. Race starts at 9 am. Proceeds will go toward Orion Area Youth Assistance and their programming for youth. Race day registration and runner check in will be at the Wildwood Amphitheater, 2700 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion 48360. Out and back course will start/end at the Wildwood Amphitheater and proceed north down the Pollyann Trail to the Lake Orion Community Schools Administration building and back.

In person registration fee increases on race day to $25

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