2024 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure
Saturday, September 14, 2024
7:00 a.m. Event Day Fun Begins!
8:30 a.m. Opening Ceremony Begins
Milliken State Park, Detroit Riverwalk
$833.20
Detroit
MI
Do I get a t-shirt?
All registered participants will receive an event t-shirt. The shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event.
Register early to receive your shirt before event day!
How will I get my t-shirt?
If you register for the Race by Sunday, August 18, 2024, your shirt will be mailed and delivered the week of the Race*.
If you register for the Race after Sunday, August 18, 2024 you can pick up your shirt at the pre-event packet pick up day(s) or on race morning. Pre-event packet pick up day information is coming soon!
*Shirts are being mailed via USPS. As with any shipping provider, delays may occur.
2024 Limited Edition Shirt
We are excited and proud to bring you the limited edition shirt for the 2024 Detroit Race! To earn your 2024 limited edition shirt, you must be registered for the race AND fundraise or self-donate $125 individually. The deadline is race day, Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. All limited edition shirts will be mailed post-race in October to those who qualify. You will receive an email when it ships including a tracking number. No in-person pick up will be available.
Race for the Cure® Event Day Schedule
7:00 am | Event site opens
Packet Pick Up, Race Expo, Hope Village, VIP, Kids Zone and more
8:30 am | Opening Ceremony
Pre-Event Celebrations and Opening Ceremony at Main Stage
9:00 am | Race begins
Gather your team and take action
All Day Long | Race where you are
Can’t join us Race morning? Hop on the treadmill, take to your neighborhood sidewalks or the paths of your favorite local park or trail wherever you’re able to gather with friends, family, and team members near you.
Event Day Tools
- Back Sign - Get ready for this weekend by printing and filling in your In Celebration / In Memory back sign now.
- ONE Community Photo Wall - Share your event day photos on social with #ONEKomen and #RacefortheCURE to add your photos to the wall!
Timing Chips:
Every registered 5k participant will receive a timing chip, which is included with your cost of a 5k registration.
Race Results:
Race results will be posted at davesrunning.com
How long is the Race?
The 2024 Komen Detroit Race for the Cure will be 3.1 miles in length, or you may choose to run or walk our shorter 1 mile route.
Where is the start line and the finish line?
A detailed course map and more information is coming soon!
Is this race chip timed?
Yes, for 5k participants only. Please see the Timing Chip section for all the details.
Will there be awards for timed runners/age categories?
Yes! Check out the Timing Chip section above for all the details about awards and timing categories.
Getting to the Event and Parking
Please check back closer to the event for detailed parking information and event maps.
Are strollers allowed at the event?
Yes! We encourage participants of all ages to join us on event day!
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 pet(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your pet and other event participants.
Can I walk the Race?
Absolutely! You can walk the 5k route or we have a shorter 1-mile distance available just for walkers. If you choose to walk the 5k route, please line up behind the runners at the start line/in the area designated for walkers.
For people with cancer or those with compromised immune systems, the CDC and NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) still recommends wearing a mask, social distancing, washing your hands, avoiding crowds, and other preventive measures.
On Saturday, September 14, 2024, we will race for the people who can't: For those too weakened by treatment to join. For those who are suffering. For those we have lost. Together we will fight back against breast cancer.