Detroit Auto Show 5K
- Date Sat 17th January 2026
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Detroit, Michigan
- Price $39.16
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Detroit Auto Show 5K, taking place on Saturday, January 17, 2026! This vibrant event will kick off at 9 AM at Huntington Place and will feature a scenic route along the beautiful Detroit Riverfront, ending right outside the doors of the iconic Detroit Auto Show.
Join fellow runners and community members in this fun-filled race, where all proceeds will support the Outdoor Adventure Center’s exhibits. Not only will participants enjoy a great morning of fitness and camaraderie, but they can also take advantage of discounted tickets to the Auto Show, with prices starting at just $7.50 for kids! Awards will be presented to the overall winner and top finishers in various age categories, making this an event for everyone from seasoned runners to families looking to have a good time. Don't miss this chance to kick off the new year with a thrilling run and be part of a cherished Detroit tradition!
Join fellow runners and community members in this fun-filled race, where all proceeds will support the Outdoor Adventure Center’s exhibits. Not only will participants enjoy a great morning of fitness and camaraderie, but they can also take advantage of discounted tickets to the Auto Show, with prices starting at just $7.50 for kids! Awards will be presented to the overall winner and top finishers in various age categories, making this an event for everyone from seasoned runners to families looking to have a good time. Don't miss this chance to kick off the new year with a thrilling run and be part of a cherished Detroit tradition!
Organiser's Description
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the Detroit Auto Show and the Friends of the Outdoor Adventure Center team up to bring back the Auto Show 5K!
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 9AM AT HUNTINGTON PLACE. THE ROUTE WILL TAKE PLACE ALONG THE DETROIT RIVERFRONT AND START/FINISH OUTSIDE THE DOORS OF THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW.
_All proceeds of the event will help update the exhibits at the Outdoor Adventure Center._
Tickets to the Detroit Auto Show (public days) can be purchased at a discount through the 5K event. Tickets are discounted by 25%
Adult tickets will be available for $15 ($20 at the door), senior tickets for $9 ($12 at the door), and kids tickets for $7.50 ($10 at the door). AUTO SHOW TICKET SALES END ON JANUARY 10 TO ALLOW TIME FOR PICK UP.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO ANOTHER GREAT RUN WITH THE COMMUNITY AS WE MARK THE OPENING OF THE CELEBRATED DETROIT AUTO SHOW AND SUPPORT THE GREAT WORK OF OUR FRIENDS AT THE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTER AND THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, SAID DETROIT AUTO SHOW CHAIRMAN KARL ZIMMERMANN.
Early packet pick up will take place on Friday, January 16 from 4PM until 6PM at the Outdoor Adventure Center
Race day packet pick up will take place one hour prior to the race start time at Huntington Place.
Awards will be given to first place overall and first place in each age category. 14 and under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75 and up
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 AT 9AM AT HUNTINGTON PLACE. THE ROUTE WILL TAKE PLACE ALONG THE DETROIT RIVERFRONT AND START/FINISH OUTSIDE THE DOORS OF THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW.
_All proceeds of the event will help update the exhibits at the Outdoor Adventure Center._
Tickets to the Detroit Auto Show (public days) can be purchased at a discount through the 5K event. Tickets are discounted by 25%
Adult tickets will be available for $15 ($20 at the door), senior tickets for $9 ($12 at the door), and kids tickets for $7.50 ($10 at the door). AUTO SHOW TICKET SALES END ON JANUARY 10 TO ALLOW TIME FOR PICK UP.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO ANOTHER GREAT RUN WITH THE COMMUNITY AS WE MARK THE OPENING OF THE CELEBRATED DETROIT AUTO SHOW AND SUPPORT THE GREAT WORK OF OUR FRIENDS AT THE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTER AND THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, SAID DETROIT AUTO SHOW CHAIRMAN KARL ZIMMERMANN.
Early packet pick up will take place on Friday, January 16 from 4PM until 6PM at the Outdoor Adventure Center
Race day packet pick up will take place one hour prior to the race start time at Huntington Place.
Awards will be given to first place overall and first place in each age category. 14 and under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75 and up
Races
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Detroit Auto Show 5K
Incl. $3.16 Fee & Long Sleeve Tee
Sat 17th January 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$39.16
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