GPA Academy FUNd RUN 2025
- Date Sun 5th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic community celebration at the GPA Academy FUNd RUN on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Grosse Pointe Farms, Wayne! This exciting event features a scenic 5K run and a leisurely walk along the beautiful shores of Lake St. Clair, making it the perfect way to kick off the school year. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome, including pets and strollers, ensuring a fun experience for everyone. Race day begins with check-in at 8:30 AM, followed by the 5K starting at 9:00 AM.
Join friends and family after the race for delicious coffee and treats on The Grosse Pointe Academy campus, and don't forget to celebrate your achievement with a commemorative race medal! With awards for the overall male and female finishers, as well as the fastest jogging stroller, there are plenty of opportunities to shine. Plus, the Kids FUNdRUN, a fun 1/4 mile course up and down the Nuns Walk, promises to be a highlight for our younger participants. All proceeds from this uplifting event go directly to the GPA Academy Fund, supporting vital programs that enrich our school community. Come out, have fun, and make a difference!
Join friends and family after the race for delicious coffee and treats on The Grosse Pointe Academy campus, and don't forget to celebrate your achievement with a commemorative race medal! With awards for the overall male and female finishers, as well as the fastest jogging stroller, there are plenty of opportunities to shine. Plus, the Kids FUNdRUN, a fun 1/4 mile course up and down the Nuns Walk, promises to be a highlight for our younger participants. All proceeds from this uplifting event go directly to the GPA Academy Fund, supporting vital programs that enrich our school community. Come out, have fun, and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
GPA ACADEMY FUND RUN 5K & WALK
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2025
Start the school year strong and join us for the GPA Academy FUNd RUN 5K & Walk! This back-to-school community event is a fun and healthy way to kick off our annual fund campaign. Enjoy a scenic course along Lake St. Clair and then gather with friends and family for coffee and treats on The Grosse Pointe Academy campus.
All ages and abilities are welcomeincluding pets and strollers! Each participant will receive a commemorative race medal. Proceeds directly benefit the GPA Academy Fund, supporting the programs and opportunities that make our school community thrive.
SCHEDULE
* Check-in: 8:30 AM
* Race start: 9:00 AM
AWARDS
* Overall Male 5K
* Overall Female 5K
* Fastest Jogging Stroller
5K COURSE ROUTE
* Left on Grosse Pointe Boulevard from GPAs Nuns Walk
* Left on Warner Road
* Left on Lakeshore Road
* Left on Moross Road
* Left on Grosse Pointe Boulevard
* Left on GPAs Nuns Walk
* Kids FUNdRUN (~ 1/4 mile) Up and down the Nuns Walk!
IMPORTANT NOTES
The race course is not supported by Grosse Pointe Farms Public Safety, so please remain on sidewalks and use caution at crossings. Volunteers are neededplease visit the Volunteer link on this page to sign up.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Please inquire if youre interested in supporting this event.
100% OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO THE GPA ACADEMY FUND
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2025
Start the school year strong and join us for the GPA Academy FUNd RUN 5K & Walk! This back-to-school community event is a fun and healthy way to kick off our annual fund campaign. Enjoy a scenic course along Lake St. Clair and then gather with friends and family for coffee and treats on The Grosse Pointe Academy campus.
All ages and abilities are welcomeincluding pets and strollers! Each participant will receive a commemorative race medal. Proceeds directly benefit the GPA Academy Fund, supporting the programs and opportunities that make our school community thrive.
SCHEDULE
* Check-in: 8:30 AM
* Race start: 9:00 AM
AWARDS
* Overall Male 5K
* Overall Female 5K
* Fastest Jogging Stroller
5K COURSE ROUTE
* Left on Grosse Pointe Boulevard from GPAs Nuns Walk
* Left on Warner Road
* Left on Lakeshore Road
* Left on Moross Road
* Left on Grosse Pointe Boulevard
* Left on GPAs Nuns Walk
* Kids FUNdRUN (~ 1/4 mile) Up and down the Nuns Walk!
IMPORTANT NOTES
The race course is not supported by Grosse Pointe Farms Public Safety, so please remain on sidewalks and use caution at crossings. Volunteers are neededplease visit the Volunteer link on this page to sign up.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Please inquire if youre interested in supporting this event.
100% OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO THE GPA ACADEMY FUND
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171 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms, 48236, MI, United States
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