FAQ's
You have questions, we have answers!
Where do I park? Parking is available at the race location, ITC Community Sports Park, 5100 Eight Mile Road, Northville, MI US 48167. Enter off of 8 mile and the Pavilion where the start/finish and packet pickup is right there.
When and where is packet pickup? Packet pickup will take place race day morning starting at 8:00 AM.
When is the T-Shirt Deadline? Sunday, April 20th is the deadline to register and be guaranteed a t-shirt in your size. Limited shirts available after that date.
What ages and abilities can participate in the event? All ages and abilities are welcome to participate in the run/walk. Strollers and Wagons are allowed, please no bicycles, rollerblades, scooters or skateboards.
Where do the proceeds go? A portion of the proceeds and donations will support local animal shelters and cat rescue organizations
Are dogs allowed? No. For the safety of the participants and the dogs, no dogs allowed. What about my cat? I'm sure they would prefer to lounge by the window while you're out doing your thing! 😼
Can I wear headphones? Sure, there's nothing like some good tunes while you run. We just ask that you can still hear and are aware of your surroundings.
Are there restrooms? Yes, the restrooms will be open at the pavilion. There are no restrooms along the course.
Is there a water stop on the course? No, there is not water available on the course. Bottled water and snacks will be available after the race.
This is my first 5k run/walk or Mile what should I expect? Congrats, we're excited to have you! Plan on arriving on race day morning about 1 hour to 30 minutes prior to the start to park, get your shirt and bib number, and get warmed up. Wear the bib (your race number) on the outermost layer on your torso, we provide safety pins to pin it to your shirt. Pin in all four corners so the number does not flap when you're running/walking. Prior to the race the announcer will call everyone up to the start line. The speedy racers will line up at the front, everyone else lines up behind them. If you are running with a stroller we ask that you line up at the back. The race will start and off you go! There are plenty of other participants and course support to guide you along the way. Refreshments will be available after the finish. We will text you your results, and also have a QR code for you to scan to pull up your results. Lastly and most importantly HAVE FUN! You will love the energy from the race!
What if there is bad weather on the day of the event? The event will be held rain or shine, however if there are storms the morning of the event or forecasted during the event we will monitor and communicate any delays to participants via email. In the event of lightning, the event will be delayed a half hour until from the last lighting strike until we are 30 minutes without a lightning strike. Participants will be asked to remain in their vehicles during this time. We will evaluate on race day if the race needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather. If we have to cancel the race will be virtual. Which means you run on your own at your own pace on a day that works for you. You'll receive your t-shirt, finishers medal and custom race bib.
Are there refunds? This event will be held rain or shine, there are no refunds for this event. As you can imagine there is a lot of planning that goes into an event and costs associated with the event. T-shirts, awards, refreshments, etc. all have to be ordered ahead of time. If the race is cancelled for any reason, including weather, we will be unable to offer refunds, or if your plans change and you already signed up we are unable to offer refunds. If we have to cancel the race will be virtual. Which means you run on your own at your own pace on a day that works for you. You'll receive your t-shirt, finishers medal and custom race bib.
The race says SOLD OUT, what does that mean? We have a capacity for the event and we've reached it! We have to order finishers medals well in advance and we want to ensure all participants receive one, thus we put a cap on the event. If you didn't get into the event this year please bookmark the first Sunday in 2026 for the event as we'll have it again next year.
