Race With Us
to End Breast Cancer

In Detroit
Saturday, September 12, 2026

Race With Us
to End Breast Cancer

In Detroit | Saturday, September 12, 2026

Register today for Detroit’s Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure! Whether you walk, run or participate virtually, ending breast cancer needs all of us.

Days to Race

Special Announcement | Early Bird Registration

Enjoy early bird registration- $25 Adult/$15 Youth from now until Mother’s Day. Celebrate love, strength, and hope with us at the 2026 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure on Saturday, September 12.

Our Progress

Raised $420.75

Our Goal $320,000.00

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29 Registered and counting! Sign up today!

Event Day Details

Milliken Park
Atwater at Riopelle St.
Detroit, MI
48207

Location

Schedule

7 a.m. - Event Site Opens
8:15 a.m. - Survivor Parade begins at HOPE Village
9 a.m. - Opening Ceremony at Main Stage
9:30 a.m. - 5K and 1 mile begin!

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Local Event FAQs

What is the cost to register?
Early Bird Registration Fees through Sunday, May 10, 2026:
Adult: $25
Virtual Adult: $25
Youth (under 18): $15
Virtual Youth (under 18) $15
Register early to beat the Monday, May 11, 2026 price increase!

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.

Can I walk the Race? Absolutely!

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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.

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Shirts/Packet Pick-up

2026 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 16, 2026 will have their shirts mailed prior to Race day, without exception. Those who register after Sunday, August 16, 2026 can get their shirt on Race morning.

Shirt sizes on Race morning are not guaranteed. No shirts will be mailed after Race Day. If you cannot attend, please arrange for someone to pick up your t-shirt.

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 our entire breast cancer community, especially people living with living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:

Hope Village Celebration | 7:00 a.m.

Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade | 8:15 a.m.

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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.

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Donate on behalf of a participant

Ready to make a difference? Search for a participant or team now to donate on their behalf.

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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.

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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. Reward 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.

Milliken Park Race Highlights

Enjoy live entertainment on both the 5K and 1-mile routes

Gather your family, friends and coworkers to join your race team

Get cheered on while running both routes

The Detroit Race has two course options to participate in. The 5K run/walk course is 3.1 miles. The Family Fun Walk is 1 mile. Whichever course you choose, this is a great opportunity to enjoy our great city of Detroit.

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