Allen Park 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Allen Park, Michigan
- Price Free - $45.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the 50th Anniversary of the beloved Allen Park 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, in the vibrant community of Allen Park, Wayne! This cherished event features a fast and flat 5K course that winds through the scenic neighborhoods of Allen Park, starting and finishing at the Allen Park Presbyterian Church. The festivities kick off at 8:30 AM with an untimed kids fun run, followed by the main event at 9:00 AM. Join fellow runners and walkers as they celebrate fitness, community, and the spirit of camaraderie.
This year's race is particularly special as it honors the memory of Tony Mifsud, a beloved educator and lifelong runner who played a pivotal role in the Downriver Runners club. Proceeds from the event will support the Tony Mifsud scholarship program, awarding $1,000 scholarships to two deserving high school runners. After the race, participants are invited to stay for the awards ceremony, where overall and age group winners will be recognized. Come out and be part of this unforgettable day filled with determination, joy, and the enduring legacy of a remarkable coach and mentor!
This year's race is particularly special as it honors the memory of Tony Mifsud, a beloved educator and lifelong runner who played a pivotal role in the Downriver Runners club. Proceeds from the event will support the Tony Mifsud scholarship program, awarding $1,000 scholarships to two deserving high school runners. After the race, participants are invited to stay for the awards ceremony, where overall and age group winners will be recognized. Come out and be part of this unforgettable day filled with determination, joy, and the enduring legacy of a remarkable coach and mentor!
Organiser's Description
Join the Downriver Runners club for a very special 50th Anniversary Allen Park 5K run. This time-honored event is a fast, flat course through the neighborhoods of Allen Park. The run starts and finishes at Allen Park Presbyterian Church, 7101 Park Ave., Allen Park, 48101. Proceeds from the event support the Downriver Runner's annual Tony Mifsud scholarship program, a $1,000 college scholarship for two area high school runners.
We will kick off the morning at 8:30am with an untimed kids fun run followed by a 9:00 am 5K start.
After the race, runners are invited to join us as we announce our overall and age group awards.
IN MEMORY OF TONY MIFSUD
This race is dedicated to the memory of Tony Mifsud a beloved educator, coach, and lifelong
runner whose passion for the sport left a lasting mark on all who knew him. Tony was a founding
member of the Downriver Runners and of this race. Tony devoted his life to teaching and
coaching, inspiring generations of student-athletes at both the high school and collegiate levels.
His kindness, humor, and unwavering encouragement made him not just a great coach, but a
mentor and friend to many.
Tony didnt just teach running he lived it. A talented runner himself, he led by example,
showing others the joy, discipline, and community that running can bring. Whether you were
chasing a personal best or just learning how to pace your first mile, Tony was there with a smile,
a story, and the belief that you could go farther than you thought.
_TODAY, WE RUN IN HIS HONOR WITH THE SAME SPIRIT OF CAMARADERIE, DETERMINATION, AND JOY THAT HE_
_BROUGHT TO EVERY FINISH LINE._
We will kick off the morning at 8:30am with an untimed kids fun run followed by a 9:00 am 5K start.
After the race, runners are invited to join us as we announce our overall and age group awards.
IN MEMORY OF TONY MIFSUD
This race is dedicated to the memory of Tony Mifsud a beloved educator, coach, and lifelong
runner whose passion for the sport left a lasting mark on all who knew him. Tony was a founding
member of the Downriver Runners and of this race. Tony devoted his life to teaching and
coaching, inspiring generations of student-athletes at both the high school and collegiate levels.
His kindness, humor, and unwavering encouragement made him not just a great coach, but a
mentor and friend to many.
Tony didnt just teach running he lived it. A talented runner himself, he led by example,
showing others the joy, discipline, and community that running can bring. Whether you were
chasing a personal best or just learning how to pace your first mile, Tony was there with a smile,
a story, and the belief that you could go farther than you thought.
_TODAY, WE RUN IN HIS HONOR WITH THE SAME SPIRIT OF CAMARADERIE, DETERMINATION, AND JOY THAT HE_
_BROUGHT TO EVERY FINISH LINE._
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7101 Park Ave., Allen Park, 48101, MI, United States
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