4 running events in Royal Oak, Michigan
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4 events in Royal Oak-
Sun, May 03, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Lucky Loop - 5K
The Leprechauns wants to celebrate the return of baseball for the 2026 season. Join us celebrating America’s pastime while raising funds and awareness to promote baseball at the Lucky Corner. In person participants will be added into a raffle for a chance to win one of the many door raffle prizes.
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First place Male and First Female runner will get their name engraved on the Lucky Loop Trophy and receive a ticket package to Leprechauns baseball games this summer.
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Top 3 overall Men's and Women's finishers will receive take home trophies and free entry into next Lucky Loop Race.
Date: May 3rd, 2026
Location: Memorial Park
- 31050 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073
Start Times
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Check In: 7:30am
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National Anthem: 8:45am
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Assemble at Start Line: 8:50am
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5k Runners: 9:00am
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Untimed Runners and Walkers: 9:05am
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Kids Fun Run Start Time: 9:45am
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Awards: 9:50am
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Course Closes at 10:30am
Packet Pick Up:
- Race Day Pick Up 7:30am to 8:30am at Memorial Park on Race Morning (May 3rd)
Registration Includes:
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Chip Timed Race with Live Results
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Event Shirt
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Post Race Refreshments
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Overall Awards
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Mon, May 11, 2026 at 7:00 PMSee full details
Find a Blue Jean Mile Near You!
This May, one mile can change everything. Put on your favorite pair of blue jeans and join us for the 6th annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile.
In 2020, Johnny Gregorek set the first-ever Blue Jean Mile world record in honor of his late brother, Patrick. Six years later, what started as a personal tribute has become a tradition to raise awareness and funds to support mental wellness.
ASICS is partnering with Fleet Feet SE Michigan and Running for Brews to host a Blue Jean Mile on May 11th! We'll have ASICS shoes to demo, giveaways and the local chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will be there!
For more information on how to donate, please visit National Alliance on Mental Illness
ASICS takes its name from the Latin phrase Anima Sana In Corpore Sano, meaning "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body." We are a brand founded on the principle that movement is important not just for the body, but also for the mind.
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Sun, Jun 21, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Michigan Men's Health Foundation's annual Run for the Ribbon 5K takes place Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 8 a.m. at the Detroit Zoo to support prostate cancer survivors and those who love them. Participants can participate in the 5K run/walk loop or a 1 Mile Stroll inside the zoo. All participants will receive a race shirt, medal, and complimentary entry to the Detroit Zoo. What a great way to spend Father's Day!
Our Doze for Dads option is a way to support the men in your life without the cardio! Please only select this option if you are NOT planning to attend the event in person. If you register for Doze for Dads you will not be permitted to participate on race day without registering for the in-person events.
Registrants are encouraged bring a team and build a personal fundraising page asking friends and family members to donate when they sign up for the event. Registrants can upload photos, a personal story and set up team or personal fundraising goals. Each secure team page or personal page will have its own custom URL.
Prostate cancer survivors, please be sure to stop by the Michigan Men's Health Foundation tent for your survivor gift!
Please note that according to Zoo regulations, dogs are not allowed at this race
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Sun, Sep 13, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join thousands of runners and walkers on Sunday, Sept. 13 for Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo, sponsored by Michigan First Credit Union. During this annual event, you can compete in a 5K run or enjoy a stroll through the Zoo with our non-competitive Fun Walk.
Important Participant Information:
Race Options
5K -
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Starts at 8 a.m.
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Start the race on 10 Mile Service Drive
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Dash through neighboring Huntington Woods
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Finish inside the Zoo
Fun Walk-
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Starts at 8:45 a.m.
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Take a 1.25-mile stroll through the Zoo
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Wander the Detroit Zoo at a leisurely pace
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Enjoy educational activities and treat stations along the way
Race Packets
- In-Person Packet Pickup & Guest Registration will be available in the 10 Mile Parking Lot at the Detroit Zoo during the following times:
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Saturday, Sept. 12 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Sunday, Sept. 13 – 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
- Virtual Packets can be mailed for an additional fee.
Race Day Registration
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Available 6 to 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 13.
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Registration closes 30 minutes before the race starts.
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Start timing mats turn off 10 minutes after the official race start.
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Runners starting late will be assigned gun time (official race start time).
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Spectator tickets are available during the registration process.
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Adults $15
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Children $10
Important Race Day Reminders!
🚧 10 Mile Road will be closed for the 5K—expect heavy traffic! Arrive early to avoid delays.
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5K begins promptly at 8 a.m.
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Fun Walk begins at 8:45 a.m.
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Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo is a special event and is not included with a Detroit Zoological Society membership.
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Registration is required for all participants ages 2 and older. Members who wish to participate in Run Wild must register for the event.
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The 5K finish line is inside the Zoo. Those wishing to see their family or friends finish the race must purchase a Spectator admission. Spectator admission for this special event can be purchased in conjunction with race registration or during packet pickup hours. Spectators with wristbands must enter the Zoo by 9 a.m. Please note, members cannot use their membership to get into the Zoo until it opens to the general public at 9 a.m.
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For the safety of all participants, bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, roller skates and animals are not allowed at Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo. Strollers are permitted for the Fun Walk and the back of the 5K race.
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