DART FOR ART
When is DART FOR ART?
DART FOR ART takes place on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in Ann Arbor, MI.
What distances does DART FOR ART offer?
DART FOR ART offers 2 events: Dart For Art 1 Mile- Featured, Dart For Art 1 Mile- Community.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dart For Art 1 Mile- Featured | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| Dart For Art 1 Mile- Community | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does DART FOR ART cost?
Registration for DART FOR ART starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is DART FOR ART held?
DART FOR ART is held in Ann Arbor, MI at North University and Ingalls Mall.
About DART FOR ART
Lace up your shoes and join the excitement of the Dart for Art, an all-inclusive one-mile run/walk in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor. The race starts July 14th, 2026 at 6:00 PM. This year will feature a point to point race starting at Ingalls Mall and North University and finish on Liberty at Thompson St after a loop around The Diag and sprint down State St.
The finish line will be conveniently close to The Paint the Town Block pARTy which will follow the race from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM.
The Dart for Art – Ann Arbor Mile supports the Ann Arbor Street Fair, the Original, a 501c3 Non Profit organization. Your participation helps fund free community arts education programming.
Wave Start Times
Participants will be placed in waves based on estimated finish time
Teal 6:00 PM Kid’s Dash
Teach your child the love of running at an early age! This is a kick off for the Community/Open Run! The Kids Dash is for children ages 12 and under. No cost for participation.
Magenta 6:15 PM and 6:30 PM Community/Open Race
This race is for everyone! It’s great for runners of all ages and experience levels who want to get out and experience an awesome race day atmosphere, strollers are welcome! We will seed runners based on estimated finish time to ensure that runners of all levels have the time they need. Walkers will be placed in the 6:15 wave and faster runners placed in the 6:30 wave. There is no minimum time required for the 6:15 start.
Orange Featured- 6:45 PM and 7:00 PM(If Needed)
This is the featured event! Expect some seriously fast times as the top runners attempt to set the new race record and take home a bonus!
Awards
ALL ORANGE FEATURED/MATERS RACE PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE
The coolest handmade ceramic finisher’s medal ever.
1 Stunning Ann Arbor Street Art Fair Poster 24 x 36 by Featured Artist Katie Musolff.
The best post-race party on the planet, featuring a DJ, great food and the best activities!
See 1st, 2nd, 3rd place prizes below.
OVER ALL FEATURED MEN’S AND WOMEN’S AGES 20 - 39 PRIZES
1st place Men – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Men– $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Men – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
1st place Women – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Women – $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Women – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
MASTERS (40 - 54) PRIZES
1st place Men – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Men– $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Men – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
1st place Women – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Women – $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Women – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
GRAND MASTERS (55 and over) PRIZES
1st place Men – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Men– $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Men – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
1st place Women – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Women – $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Women – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
ALL MAGENTA COMMUNITY RACE PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE
MEN'S AND WOMEN'S PRIZES
1st place Men – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Men– $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Men – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
1st place Women – $100 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate plus Clayworks Plaque
2nd place Women – $50 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
3rd place Women – $25 A2 Street Art Fair Gift Certificate
Course record - $250 cash!
Youth AGE GROUP AWARDS (top 3 in each age group) - FUN Community Gift Certificates and Ceramic Medal - To be announced!
Youth 10 & Under
Youth 11-14
Youth 15-19
Giving Back to the Community
The Dart for Art – Ann Arbor Mile supports the Ann Arbor Street Fair, the Original, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your participation helps fund AASAF free community arts education programming, including NANA (New Art, New Artist College Student Mentoring Program), the Art Activity Zone, the Demo Zone, and the Youth Art Fair.