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35 running, walking, fun run, and other events in Detroit, Michigan

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, walking, fun run, and duathlon events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Detroit Free Press Marathon [freepmarathon.com]

    Sat, Oct 18, 2025

    1 Mile 5k Half Marathon Marathon Run

    52 Cadillac Square, Detroit, Michigan, 48226, United States
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  • Belle Isle New Year's Eve Run [belleislenyerun.com]

    Wed, Dec 31, 2025

    5k Run

    Casino Way, Detroit, Michigan, 48214, United States
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  • Bloom in Healing 5K A Community Wellness Walk [linktr.ee] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    The Bloom in Healing 5K is a free, family-friendly, non-competitive community wellness walk created to promote mental and emotional wellness, connection, and hope.

    This walk is not about speed or...

    The Bloom in Healing 5K is a free, family-friendly, non-competitive community wellness walk created to promote mental and emotional wellness, connection, and hope.

    This walk is not about speed or performance—it’s about showing up, walking together, and creating space to breathe, reflect, and be supported.

    Whether you walk in person at Belle Isle or support from afar, this event is for anyone who values wellness, community, and intentional movement.

    3 Miles 5k Walk

    99 Pleasure Drive, Detroit, Michigan, 48207, United States
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  • Lumberjack Pancake Run [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 9:30 AM

    Description

    Have we got a Paul Bunyan-sized adventure for you! Join us for Lumberjack Days 2026, a three-day festival of fun and flannel March 27-29.

    Run or walk the Silver Dollar Mile (beginning at 9:30 a.m.)...

    Have we got a Paul Bunyan-sized adventure for you! Join us for Lumberjack Days 2026, a three-day festival of fun and flannel March 27-29.

    Run or walk the Silver Dollar Mile (beginning at 9:30 a.m.) or Flapjack 5K (starting at 10 a.m.) and refuel afterward at the Lumberjack Pancake Breakfast. You'll also receive a custom medal, lumberjack buff, OAC entry.

    Feeling legendary, and ready for more? Tackle the Lumberjack’s Breakfast! Runners will compete in both the Silver Dollar Mile and the Flapjack 5k, and take home a unique finisher’s medal, plus a lumberjack buff, OAC entry and enjoy a pancake breakfast.

    The course: each event takes place along the Dequindre Cut in Detroit – an out-and-back course that is flat and fast – with parking available across from Milliken State Park and Harbor. The races begin at the Outdoor Adventure Center.

    Wear your finest flannel apparel or sport your best lumberjack beard – prizes will be given for Best Beard and Best Dressed Lumberjack (Adult and Kids’ Division). If family and friends want to join the pancake breakfast, extra food tickets are available for $5 each.

    Chose from two fantastic events or new in 2026 RUN BOTH!

    Silver Dollar Mile - A 1 mile fun run includes all race swag and pancake breakfast ticket.

    Flapjack 5k - A 3.1 mile run/walk, includes all race swag and pancake breakfast ticket.

    Lumberjack Breakfast - Includes both the 1 mile and 5k runs, unique race swag and pancake breakfast ticket.

    The race is limited to 350 registrants.

    Pricing for Silver Dollar Mile or Flapjack 5k: Early registration $35 until March 1st, then $40. $45 on race day. Online registration only.

    Pricing for Lumberjack Breakfast 1 mile and 5k: Early registration $50 until March 1st, then $55. $60 on race day. Online registration only.

    Family discount pricing: Bring your crew and join in the fun. We are offering a $3/person discount for families. Register 3 or more people at the same time for the discount. The discount will be automatically applied in your cart during checkout.

    Pancake Breakfast tickets: The pancake breakfast is included for our race participants. Additional tickets for the Pancake breakfast available for purchase for all family and friends of our racers for just $5. Purchase your ticket online here at this page. Pancake breakfast starts at 9:45 AM.

    Awards: Awards to the Top 3 Overall Male and Female Winners and top three ages 18 and under.

    Race Day Schedule

    7:30 a.m. Registration and packet pickup opens

    9 a.m. Costume Contests

    9:15 a.m. Kids’ Fun Run (no registration needed)

    9:30 a.m. Silver Dollar Mile

    10 a.m. Flapjack 5k

    11 a.m. Awards

    The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be live at the completion of the race and posted on this page.

    1 Miles 3.1 Miles Fun Run Run Walk

    Detroit, Michigan, 48201, United States
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  • PH1LL Foundation 5K [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 04, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Join us for the annual PH1LL Foundation 5k run/walk! We are looking forward to our 2026 race and hope you'll join us for the fun!

    Location: Detroit Riverfront, behind The Renaissance Center, located...

    Join us for the annual PH1LL Foundation 5k run/walk! We are looking forward to our 2026 race and hope you'll join us for the fun!

    Location: Detroit Riverfront, behind The Renaissance Center, located at 1340 Atwater, Detroit, MI

    T- Shirts: Guaranteed if registered by March 20th. T-shirts available as supplies last after that date.

    Pricing: $25 until 3/20, then $30

    Be sure to preregister for the race to secure your t-shirt and the lowest pricing!

    NO EARLY PACKET PICKUP THIS YEAR. RACE DAY ONLY.

    Race Day Packet Pick Up: Starts at 7:30 AM. Race starts at 9 AM. Award ceremony starts at 10 AM

    Course: Accurate scenic 5k along the Riverwalk and through the Dequindre cut. Course map link at the top of the page.

    Parking: Available at 1340 Atwater at the race registration location.

    Awards: Overall award to Male and Female winner and top 3 male and female in each age group.

    Age Groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & up

    Purpose: All proceeds go to the PH1LL Foundation in giving financial support, scholarships, and resources for single mothers.

    All participants will receive bottled water and complimentary healthy snacks. Awards for top 3 in each age group, a t-shirt, and a souvenir bracelet.

    See below for ways to save on your entry fee thru referring friends/family and by donating!

    The race will be chipped timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and on this website.

    Please note if you are unable to make the race for any reason a refund will not be issued. Your entry fee will be used as a donation to our foundation. Thank you for the support.

    3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

    1340 Atwater, Detroit, Michigan, 48243, United States
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