2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk
When is 2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk?
2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk takes place on Sunday, June 14, 2026 in Detroit, MI.
What distances does 2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk offer?
2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk offers 9 events: 1 Mile, 5K, 5K + 1 Mile Combo, 8K, 8K + 1 Mile Combo, Virtual 8K, Virtual 5K, Virtual 1 Mile, Yoga Only.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 5K + 1 Mile Combo | 5.0 km | $50.00 | Register |
| 8K | 8.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| 8K + 1 Mile Combo | 8.0 km | $60.00 | Register |
| Virtual 8K | 8.0 km | $50.00 | Register |
| Virtual 5K | — | $50.00 | Register |
| Virtual 1 Mile | — | $50.00 | Register |
| Yoga Only | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does 2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk cost?
Registration for 2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is 2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk held?
2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk is held in Detroit, MI at 1121 Merrill Plaisance Street.
About 2025 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk
2026 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K, 1 Mile Run & Walk
Sunday, June 14th 2026
Welcome Home Wellness Alliance is proud to present our 5th 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 8th!
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 13th: 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.
1-Mile Course Map
5K Course Map
8K Course Map
Age Groups/Awards
Age Groups
Male, Female & Non-Binary Age Groups
- 14 and under
- 15-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70-79
- 80-89
- 90 and over
Awards
- OVERALL AWARDS - Top (1) Male, Female and Non-Binary Overall Winner (CASH AWARDS!)
- AGE GROUP AWARDS - Top (1) Male, Female and Non-Binary Overall in Each Age Group
Course Map
See each distances course map in the dropdown!
FAQ'S
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Can you run with a stroller?
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Yes you are more than welcome to run with a stroller at the back of the runners. We ask that you line up behind the runners.
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Can you run with a Dog?
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Dogs are welcome as spectators, but not allowed on the course.
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Finisher Medal
Coming soon!
Participant Shirt
Coming soon!