2025 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure
2025 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure
Register today for Detroit’s Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure! Join us at Milliken Park and experience the beautiful Detroit Riverwalk. Whether you walk, run or participate virtually, ending breast cancer needs all of us.
Days to Race
Special Announcement | Early Bird Registration
Registration is now open!
Register now through May 11 to take advantage of early bird registration.
Adult and Virtual Participants are $25.
Youth and Virtual Youth Participants are $15.
Our Progress
Raised $19,247.04
Our Goal $320,000.00
218 Registered and counting! Sign up today!
Event Day Details
Willliam G. Milliken State Park
1900 Atwater St.
Detroit, MI
48207
Schedule
7:00 a.m. / Event opens, including Hope Village, Kids Zone & VIP!
8:15 a.m. / Survivor Parade begins at Hope Village
9:00 a.m. / Opening Ceremony at Main Stage
9:30 a.m. / 5K and 1 mile begin!
Local Event FAQs
What is the cost to register?
Early Bird Registration Fees through Sunday, May 11 (Mother’s Day):
Adult: $25
Virtual Adult: $25
Youth (under 18): $15
Virtual Youth (under 18): $15
Registration Fees May 12 through Race Day:
Adult: $45
Virtual Adult: $45
Youth (under 18): $35
Virtual Youth (under 18): $35
How long is the Race? The Race is approximately three miles. You may also choose to walk/run a one-mile route.
Can I bring my dog(s) to the event? Yes! Dogs are allowed to join us on the course and in the event area. Please keep your dog(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your dog and other event participants.
Why We Race
Mary's Story
I’ve lost an aunt to breast cancer and over the years, some of my very best friends on my team have gone through a diagnosis. While I hate adding names to my Race bib, I know the money I raise supports crucial work to help find the cures to end breast cancer.
-Mary R.
Shirts/Packet Pick-up
2025 Race Shirt
Every registered participant will receive an event T-shirt. Shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event.
Participants who register by Sunday, August 17, 2025 will have their shirts mailed prior to Race day, without exception. Those who register after Sunday, August 17, 2025 can get their shirt on Race morning at the Packet Pick-Up Tent.
Shirt sizes on Race morning are not guaranteed.
Timing Chips
All 5K participants will receive a race bib with a timing chip at no additional cost. Bibs on the 1-mile family fun walk will not have a timing chip.
Race Results
Race results will be available post-race at davesrunning.com.
Activities for Survivors and Those Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer
This event is a celebration of the strength and resilience of survivors and all people living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:
Hope Village Opens | 7:00 a.m.
Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade | 8:15 a.m.
Three ways to help Susan G. Komen
Race for the Cure is Susan G. Komen’s premier 5K running event. Registration fees get you to the starting line, but your fundraising and generosity will help us cross the finish line to our vision of a world without breast cancer.
Fundraise
Every dollar you raise helps us drive research, provide care, unify communities and take action in our mission to end breast cancer.
Donate on behalf of a participant
Ready to make a difference? Search for a participant or team now to donate on their behalf.
Give to the event goal
Ending breast cancer needs all of us. Give directly to our event and help us reach our $320,000.00 goal.
Fundraise and Get Rewarded
Our Race fundraisers are rewarded with amazing Komen swag!
Fundraisers ensure Komen can make a difference in the lives of people impacted by breast cancer. Race fundraisers earn points for every dollar raised to be redeemed for exclusive Komen swag. Visit https://www.komen.org/komenincentives to see all items available.
Program details: $1 raised = 1 point earned. Redeem at any time, as often as you like, for as many items as you like, based on your points available. Points expire after 18 months of no fundraising activity.
All items subject to availability. Incentive redemption account information will be sent via email from komenincentives@genumark.com when the first $100 is raised.
Visit ShopKomen to stock up on even more gear.
Willliam G. Milliken State Park Race Highlights
Gather your family, friends, and coworkers to join your race team!
Choose between the 1-Mile Family Fun walk or our 5K Run/Walk.
Join us this year at Milliken Park.
The Detroit Race has two course options to participate in. The 5K run/walk course is approximately 3.1 miles. The Family Fun Walk is 1 mile. Whichever course you choose, this is a great opportunity to enjoy the Detroit Riverfront.
Leaderboard
Download the app now and join the crowd!
Top Participants
Top Teams
Join the Detroit Race for the Cure Facebook group:
Download the Race for the Cure App and you can easily customize your fundraising center, send texts/emails/social posts, enter check donations and MORE!
Komen research funding has played a role in
all 19 breast cancer drugs approved by the FDA since 2012.
Your support helps develop more effective treatments for breast cancer patients.
Any public recognition and/or acknowledgment by Susan G. Komen® of a sponsor shall not be construed as an endorsement of its products or services.
Thank You to Our National Sponsors
Thank You to Our Local Sponsors
Any public recognition and/or acknowledgment by Susan G. Komen® of a sponsor shall not be construed as an endorsement of its products or services.