Girls on the Run Spring 5K Registration is OPEN!

The finish line is just the beginning

Spring 2026 Celebration 5K!

Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at Lake St. Clair Metropark

Join us as we run or walk (skip, dance, or cartwheel) the Spring 2026 Girls on the Run and PACE Celebratory Fun Run! Read on to get all the important info so that you’re ready for the big day, Sunday, May 17th, 2026. Note that the GOTR/PACE celebratory run is a closed running event for program participants, their coaches and families. 

This is a non competitive and non timed event. This is a celebration of all the hard work our participants have done over the season.

*GOTR and PACE participants and coaches are already registered and will receive their bibs and shirts at practice.*

**Unlock limitless potential by being a 5k Superhero**. Your donation of $150 will gain you free entry into the 5k, an awesome cape, and you will sponsor a child to cross the finish line in the Spring 2026! Simply choose “5K Superhero” in the registration. All donations are tax deductible.

Pricing:

April 1st – April 27th – $35.00 (Participants who register between April 1st and April 30th will receive an event t-shirt and bib).

April 28 thru May 17th – $45.00 (Participants who register on or after May 1st will will receive a bib Only).

REGISTER HERE

Event Logistics

  • **Arrive Early** – Plan to arrive at the event 75 minutes before your start time, there will be traffic coming into the park. A metropark pass is required to enter the park. Click here to purchase a parking pass
  • There is typically a long line at registration and t-shirt pick up on run day, plan to arrive early and bring your patience.
  • Dress Appropriately – Check the weather and dress yourselves and your running buddies appropriately. The entire event is outside.

Event Schedule – Time

**Day of registration will close at 8:30 a.m.**

7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. — Packet Pick-Up

8:45 a.m. – 5K Opening Ceremony & National Anthem

9:00 a.m. – Run Begins – teams will start in waves. Please arrive one hour before your zone start time.

12:00 p.m. – Event closes

Team Meeting Zones

When you arrive at the Park, find your team’s zone. A Zone list will be located on the Activity Center windows. Zones will be posted as we get closer to the event.

Directions & Parking

The Spring 2026 GOTR and PACE Celebratory 5K Fun Run will be held at Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metro Pkwy, Harrison Township, MI 48045.

Parking

A Metropark Pass or $10 entrance fee is required (CASH ONLY). For quickest entry, we recommend buying a park pass in advance. You can purchase a daily park pass below. This pass can be printed out or picked up at packet pick up. We expect a lot of traffic getting into the park, please plan to arrive early.

Purchase here: Lake St. Clair Metropark Pass

Course Map

Will be provided as we get closer to event day.

Aid and Facilities

An aid station will be located at approximately mile 1.5. Water and First Aid will be available there. Bathrooms are located by zone flags.

The main first aid table (TBD). Lost children should go to the stage. Please complete the emergency contact information on the back of the child’s bib.

Packet Pick-Up

GOTR/PACE Packet pick up for friends and family runners will be at the Farmington Family YMCA, 28100 Farmington Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334.  Coaches and participants do not need to attend. They will receive their run gear at practice!

Pick up times:

Friday, May 15th, 2026 – 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 16th, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 17th, 2026 – 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. (5K Day at Lake St. Clair Metropark)

If you are unable to attend packet pick up your run bib will be available for pickup at the Packet Pick Up in the Activity Center the morning of the event. Be sure to bring this registration receipt with you.  Pickup opens at 7:30am. and closes at 8:45 a.m.

INCLEMENT WEATHER FOR 5K: 

Rain will not stop the event from occurring and we ask that you dress appropriately. In the event of lightning or severe weather, the race will be delayed or cancelled. Depending on weather, the run will be postponed in 30 minute increments, up to 60 minutes. After that, the run will be cancelled. If delayed or cancelled, communication will be posted one hour in advance of the scheduled start time or prior. Notifications of delayed start or cancellation can be found on the Girls on the Run Facebook page and Website (www.gotrdetroit.org). We ask that coaches check on the website or Facebook page 1-hour before their event start time and notify their teams of any cancellations or delays. In the unlikely event of lightning on the course after the run has already started, the following protocol will take place:

  • Once lightning is spotted, course marshals along the route will notify runners using black flags, cancelling the run.
  • Upon sight of a black flag, coaches, children and adult  runners, as well as  family fans should immediately return to their designated  Zone (team meeting spot).
  • Coaches should do a headcount of their team and no child should be released unless in the custody of an approved and trusted adult.
  • Parents/guardians, please ensure that you return to your designated Zone to communicate with your coach that you have your child and are leaving with your child.

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