Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Detroit, Michigan
- Price $30.68 - $64.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 17th Annual Escape to Belle Isle on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in beautiful Detroit, Wayne! This vibrant event supports the Ronald McDonald House Detroit, which provides essential support for families with children receiving medical care. Participants can choose from a variety of race distances, including a scenic 2-mile, a challenging 5K, and a thrilling 10K, all starting at 8:30 AM. Kids can join in the fun with a special Kid's Fun Run, approximately 400 yards long, kicking off around 10 AM, complete with medals for every little runner!
This family-friendly event encourages everyone to join the fun—strollers and furry friends are welcome! With free parking nearby, you'll have easy access to all the race day festivities. Plus, every registered runner or walker will receive a commemorative shirt and medal, celebrating your participation in this heartwarming cause. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day with family and friends—mark your calendars for July 18th and join the race to support families in need!
This family-friendly event encourages everyone to join the fun—strollers and furry friends are welcome! With free parking nearby, you'll have easy access to all the race day festivities. Plus, every registered runner or walker will receive a commemorative shirt and medal, celebrating your participation in this heartwarming cause. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day with family and friends—mark your calendars for July 18th and join the race to support families in need!
Organiser's Description
Join us for our 17th Annual Escape to Belle Isle Race! Every dollar raised helps Ronald McDonald House Detroit provide a comfortable place for families to stay close to their children and their medical teams by providing places for families to find comfort, warm meals, transportation to and from the hospitals and even overnight stays; relieving financial and geographical burdens for the families of children receiving care in Metro Detroit! For a sick child, there's nothing better than the comfort of having mom and dad at their side.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY PACKET? You can pick up your packet starting at 7:00 am on race day. Parking is free and close by in case you want to run back to your car to drop off or change into your t-shirt!
WHAT TIME DO THE RACES START? The 2 mile, 5k, and 10k all begin at 8:30 am. The Kid's Fun Run begins when the other races have wrapped up, around 10 am.
CAN I BRING MY STROLLER? WHAT ABOUT MY DOG? We are stroller and furry-friend friendly! Bring your kiddos and your pup for a morning of family fun.
HOW FAR IS THE KID'S FUN RUN? The Kid's Fun Run is about 400 yards. They get their own medals!
DOES EVERYONE GET A SHIRT AND A MEDAL? Yes! All registered runners/walkers will receive a shirt and medal.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHERE CAN I PICK UP MY PACKET? You can pick up your packet starting at 7:00 am on race day. Parking is free and close by in case you want to run back to your car to drop off or change into your t-shirt!
WHAT TIME DO THE RACES START? The 2 mile, 5k, and 10k all begin at 8:30 am. The Kid's Fun Run begins when the other races have wrapped up, around 10 am.
CAN I BRING MY STROLLER? WHAT ABOUT MY DOG? We are stroller and furry-friend friendly! Bring your kiddos and your pup for a morning of family fun.
HOW FAR IS THE KID'S FUN RUN? The Kid's Fun Run is about 400 yards. They get their own medals!
DOES EVERYONE GET A SHIRT AND A MEDAL? Yes! All registered runners/walkers will receive a shirt and medal.
Races
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Kid's Fun Run!
Incl. $2.68 Fee & T-Shirt and Medal
Sat 18th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$30.68
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2 Mile
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt and Medal
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$48.70
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5k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt and Medal
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$64.60
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10k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt and Medal
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$64.60
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