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The Chili Golf Open is a great way to break up the winter blues. After completing your round in this eight-hole tournament, head to the Clubhouse for chili, hot dogs, and giveaways. Register by Jan. 24. Activity Code: 217003-01.
Bring your whole family for a day full of fitness fun. Learn healthy eating habits, watch fitness demos, get your heart pumping on the bouncer, race your family through the obstacle course, and so much more. Score the most points with your family in one month and win!
Come one, come all to the amazing gymnastics circus! Costumes are encouraged at this event, which includes gymnastics, games, inflatables, a craft and a snack.
Try the one-mile fun run or a four-mile walk/run. All proceeds go to athletic programs in Huron Valley Schools.
Bring the family to watch the Lions play on the outdoor big screen. Plus music, lawn games, food, drinks and more. Times vary.
Described as"arun to die for," this 5K run/walk in the Arb's trails is an obstacle course with zombies who will try to steal flags from you. Raffles and prizes. No age limit, but runners 12 and under must beaccompanied by parent. Registration required.
This special bonding experience introduces you and your little yogi (strong walker through age 3) to the practice of yoga. You will participate and assist them in a fun and animated class. Class always begins with a yoga obstacle course designed to get your little yogis wiggles out as...
Includes one glow golf ball, a glow-in-the-dark necklace, golf cart and food. There will also be a cart decorating contest and prizes for the winners. Advance registration required.
This 5K run/walk is great for the whole family. Includes donut, cider, T-shirt, small pumpkin and admission to Spookyland area. Costume and finisher prizes, too. Registration required.
Event cost: $38-plus
Event time: 6:30-9 p.m. Sept. 22, 2023
Check out this year's Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo. Choose between a 5K run or a non-competitive fun walk. You will receive a medal, t-shirt, post-race party with complimentary food, drinks and children’s activities and entry to the zoo following the race. Registration required.
Event cost: $45-$50
Event times: 8-10 a.m....
We are now taking registration for the Heroes on Hines 5K through the website heroesonhines.com. Registration fees will increase beginning September 1, 2019!
Please note that the bridges are now open on Hines Drive and we will be returning to the original location in Plymouth. The start and finish lines...
Beaumont Medical Center, Canton, which is located at 7300 N. Canton Center Road, is hosting its second annual Family Safety Awareness Day to educate the community about injury and accident prevention.
The event will take place noon-4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 17. Activities and demonstrations include ambulance and helicopter tours, and...



