2027 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk 2027 — Detroit, MI

Date
June 13, 2027
Location
Detroit, MI
Venue
1121 Merrill Plaisance Street
Start Time
8:15 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $75.00
Events
8K, 8K + 1 Mile Combo, 5K, 5K + 1 Mile Combo, 1 Mile, Yoga Only
Includes
T-Shirt
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The 2027 Palmer Park Event Series takes place at Palmer Park in Detroit, Michigan, on June 13 at 1121 Merrill Plaisance Street, with a typical start time of 8:15 AM. The event offers three distances: 1 mile, 5K, and 8K, accommodating runners and walkers at different fitness levels. Entry fees range from free to $75. If you're traveling to Detroit for this race, note that a virtual participation option is available, which may influence your accommodation needs and timing. The early morning start means you'll want lodging within reasonable distance of Palmer Park for convenient pre-race logistics.

From the Race Organizer
2027 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K, 1 Mile Run & Walk Sunday, June 13th 2027 Welcome Home Wellness Alliance is proud to present our 7th Annual Palmer Park 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk Event Series + Outdoor Yoga. This annual pride-themed event is in support of the People for Palmer Park, a local non-profit organization, committed to furthering the preservation, revitalization, and viability of Palmer Park, and Ruth Ellis Center, our neighbors dedicated to providing trauma-informed services for lesbian, and gay, bi-attractional, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ+) youth, and young adults, with an emphasis on young people of color, experiencing homelessness, involved in the child welfare system, and/or experiencing barriers to health and wellbeing. Please join us for a community celebration of running, yoga, Pride Month and uplifting neighborhood Detroit Parks on Sunday, June 13th! Event Details Event Day Schedule: 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM: Check-In & Packet Pickup 8:00 AM: Opening Ceremony 8:15 AM: 1 Mile Begins 8:45 AM: 8K and 5K Begins 10:00 AM: Yoga Session 11:00AM: End of Event Location - Meet us at: Palmer Park 1121 Merrill Plaisance Street Detroit, MI 48203 Early Packet Pick Up: Saturday, June 12th: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness 6375 W. 7 Mile Rd. Ste. 103 Detroit, MI 48221 *** 8K & 5K Registration includes Shirt, Medal, BIB & Interactive Online Media. 1 Mile Fun Run includes Medal, Bib, Interactive Online Media, and w/wo a shirt based on your choice. All Virtual Registration packets will be mailed after the event. Please note: Shirts and medals are not guaranteed for registrants past May 11th due to national supply chain issues.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2027 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk 2027 — Detroit, MI?

2027 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk 2027 — Detroit, MI takes place on June 13, 2027. The race is held in Detroit, Michigan.

Where is 2027 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk 2027 — Detroit, MI held?

2027 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk 2027 — Detroit, MI is held at 1121 Merrill Plaisance Street in Detroit, Michigan.

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