Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. 2027 — Detroit, MI

Date
May 8, 2027
Location
Detroit, MI
Venue
2231 Michigan Ave
Start Time
8:30 AM
Sunrise
6:18 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $60.00
Events
5K, ADULT, 5K, YOUTH (0-12 YRS), 5K, ADULT WITH DOG (9:00AM START TIME), 1K, ADULT, 1K, ADULT WITH DOG, 1K, YOUTH (0-12YRS)
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. is a running event featuring a 1 mile distance, held on May 8, 2027, at 2231 Michigan Ave in Detroit, Michigan. The race starts at 8:30 AM with entry prices ranging from $15.00 to $60.00.

From the Race Organizer
Building on the beloved tradition of Michigan Humane’s annual Mutt March, we’re embarking on a new chapter that celebrates the powerful bond between people and their pets, and the many ways they inspire us to live with greater joy, compassion, and connection. We invite you to join us for the celebration at Corktown’s Roosevelt Park and the iconic Michigan Central Station. There’s something for everyone! The new 5K run will take you from Roosevelt Park through Southwest Detroit, a jaunt through Ralph C. Wilson Park, returning to Michigan Central Station on the Southwest Detroit Greenway – and you can register your dog to run with you! The event also features the 1K Mutt March fundraising walk, the Mike Morse Law Firm Meet Your Best Friend event with nearly 100 animals up for adoption, field games and contests for dogs, food trucks, a beer garden, live music, and more! Schedule of Events Coming Soon!

Course & Travel Notes

Sunrise on race day is 6:19 AM, with the Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. starting at 8:30 AM. In May, Detroit typically experiences average highs of 70°F and average lows of 48°F. The venue sits at 591 ft elevation. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is located 16.3 miles from the race venue.

⛰️ 591 ft elevation☀️ Typically 70°F / 48°F✈️ Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) — 16.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. 2027 — Detroit, MI?

Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. 2027 — Detroit, MI takes place on May 8, 2027. The race is held in Detroit, Michigan.

Where is Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. 2027 — Detroit, MI held?

Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. 2027 — Detroit, MI is held at 2231 Michigan Ave in Detroit, Michigan.

Where can I find hotels near Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. 2027 — Detroit, MI?

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