Dicken Run

Sunday, October 12, 2025 Past event
8:45 AM EDT
Ann Arbor, Michigan
$38.10 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of running and community spirit at the Dicken Run 5K in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on Sunday, October 12th, 2025! This vibrant event invites runners of all levels to experience a scenic course winding through the charming streets surrounding Dicken Elementary School. The race kicks off at 8:45 AM, offering participants the perfect opportunity to chase a personal record or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery with friends and family.

Not only is the Dicken Run a fantastic way to stay active, but it's also a chance to support the Dicken Elementary School PTO, as proceeds from the event will directly benefit the school. With a participant capacity of 400 runners, this is an event you won't want to miss! All finishers will receive a special Dicken Run 5K sticker, and awards will be presented at 9:45 AM, featuring gift cards for the top three overall men and women. Don't forget to mark your calendars for this fun, community-driven race—it's time to lace up those running shoes and join in the excitement!

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  • Dicken Run

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:45 AM EDT

    $38.10

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Organiser's description

The Dicken Run 5k course winds through the majestic streets around Dicken Elementary School in Ann Arbor, MI. Come set a new PR or enjoy the scenery with friends on one of the fastest courses this side of the Huron River! The Dicken Run 5k helps to raise additional funds for Dicken Elementary School. Proceeds from the Dicken Run will go to the Dicken Elementary School PTO. The 5k will start at 8:45am. Awards will take place in front of the school at 9:45am. All finishers will receive a sweet Dicken Run 5k sticker.

Pricing -

* $20 until 8/1
* $25 8/2 to 9/14
* $30 9/15 to 10/1
* $35 10/2 to 10/11
* NO DAY OF REGISTRATION

Date - Sunday, October 12th, 2025

Participant Capacity - 400 runners

Location - Dicken Elementary School. 2135 Runnymede Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Start Time - 8:45am

Certified 5k Course - HERE https://www.strava.com/routes/17642429

Overall Awards - Ann Arbor Running Company Gift Cards

* Top 3 Overall Men and Top 3 Overall Women. 1st - $30. 2nd - $20. 3rd - $10

Top male and female in each age group receive a handmade Dicken Run 5k ceramic street sign. 2nd and 3rd receive a DickenRun 5k cup.

* Elementary School (0 - 10yrs)
* Middle School (11-13yrs)
* High School (14-18yrs)
* 19-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70-79
* 80 & over

Early Packet Pick-Up & Late Registration - Saturday, October 11th. 2pm-4pm at Ann Arbor Running Company 901 W Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor 48103

Race Day Packet Pick-Up (NO DAY OF REGISTRATION) - Sunday, October 12th. 7:30-8:30am at Dicken Elementary School

Race T-Shirts - Shirts are optional and can be purchased when registering before 9/14/2025.

Parking - PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE RACE COURSE https://www.strava.com/routes/17642429. Parking instructions will be sent out to race participants a few days before the event.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

If you are interested in helping on race day, we'd love to have you as part of our crew. There are many opportunities to volunteer your time and it would be greatly appreciated! Please email [email protected] for more information

RACE GUIDE [LAST YEAR'S - NEW INFO PUBLISHED CLOSER TO RACE DAY]

Registered runners will find all the important race day information they need in our race guide which will be published closer to race day.

https://bit.ly/dicken_run_2024_race_guide



Should you still have questions, please reach out to us at [email protected]

Location

2135 Runnymede Blvd, Ann Arbor, 48103, MI, United States

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