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This annual race will start at Ann Arbor Street and Michigan Avenue and run east on Michigan Ave until a turnaround point just before Old Creek/Maple. The proceeds of this race will benefit The Friends of Saline Cross Country.
Event cost: $20-plus; donations are welcome on website
Event time: 5 p.m. Dec....
This race offers a 10K, 5K and a half-mile race for runners and walkers of all ages. It will feature a make your own hot chocolate, tea or coffee and of course, Guernsey’s chocolate cookie, chocolate milk, candies, pastries and more. This race is dog and stroller friendly.
Event cost:...
This 14th annual fundraiser offers a 5K walk/run to support the youth rowing club at the Wyandotte Boat Club.
Event cost: $42-plus/5K Run/Walk, $20-plus/Kids 5K Run/Walk, Free/Little Reindeer Run (1/4 Mile)
Event time: 8:30 a.m./Little Reindeer Run (1/4 Mile), 9 a.m./5K Run/Walk Nov. 19, 2022
This event celebrates Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), which honors deceased relatives and loved ones. In commemoration of the holiday, the run will take competitors through two historic cemeteries and an ofrenda (altar) will be created and displayed by a local artist. The community is invited...
Come out to Lutheran Church of the Master in Troy for their 9th Annual Mighty Gobbler 5K and 1Mile Run/Walk. It is presented by A.J. Desmonds & Sons. Proceeds will benefit local non-profit organizations serving people in need. Register online or day of the event.
Event cost: $27-$32
Event time: 8-11...
Experience the redeveloped Shelden Trails, visit vendor and bike-related booths and enjoy food vendors and s’mores around a bonfire at this event. Make sure to bring your bike lights for the twilight trail ride. Pre-registration is not required.
Event cost: Free; parking pass required
Event time: 3-9 p.m. Oct. 1, 2022
