I Love Cats 5k
- Date Sun 3rd May 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Northville, Michigan
- Price $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate your love for cats while getting active at the I Love Cats 5K Run/Walk & Meowy Mile on Sunday, May 3, 2026! This exciting event will take place at the picturesque ITC Community Sports Park in Northville, Oakland, and is perfect for cat enthusiasts of all ages and fitness levels. The festivities kick off at 9:30 AM with the fun Meowy Mile, followed by the 5K run/walk (3.1 miles) starting at 10:00 AM.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, you can enjoy the scenic out-and-back course on the paved ITC trail at your own pace. Plus, there's a special family discount available—save $15 when registering three or more participants from the same household! All participants will receive a cat-themed race shirt and a custom finisher medal, along with post-race refreshment to recharge. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and feline friendship while supporting a great cause—proceeds will benefit Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. Mark your calendars and bring your cat-loving friends along for this paws-itively delightful day!
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, you can enjoy the scenic out-and-back course on the paved ITC trail at your own pace. Plus, there's a special family discount available—save $15 when registering three or more participants from the same household! All participants will receive a cat-themed race shirt and a custom finisher medal, along with post-race refreshment to recharge. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and feline friendship while supporting a great cause—proceeds will benefit Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. Mark your calendars and bring your cat-loving friends along for this paws-itively delightful day!
Organiser's Description
Calling all cat lovers and runners! Join us for the I LOVE CATS 5K RUN/WALK & MEOWY MILE, a purr-fectly fun event celebrating our feline friends while getting active. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just love cats, this event is for you!
The event takes place on SUNDAY, MAY 3RD AT ITC COMMUNITY SPORTS PARK IN NORTHVILLE. The event will kick off with the Meowy Mile at 9:30 am, followed by the 5k run/walk (3.1 miles) at 10:00 am. There is plenty of parking at the park and a beautiful playground right near the start/finish. Restrooms on site.
PRICING: $30 until April 19th with a t-shirt guaranteed. $35 from 4/20 to 5/2 (limited shirts available), $40 race day.
DISCOUNTED PRICING FOR FAMILIES: We're encouraging families to participate together and are offering special pricing for you! Save $15 when registering 3 or more people from the same household.
COURSE: The start and finish is at the pavilion near the park at the corner of 8 mile and Napier. The 5k run/walk is an out and back on the paved ITC trail. All ages and abilities are welcome, you can run or walk at your own pace. The Meowy Mile is a shorter fun run for all ages - great for families and kids! Runners, Walkers, Strollers and Wagons all allowed. No bicycles, skateboard or rollerblades please.
SWAG: All participants receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post race refreshments.
SUPPORT A CAUSE: A portion of the proceeds, and all donations, will benefit our local charity partner - Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Run by volunteers and funded by donations. All funds are used for cats.
PACKET PICKUP: Will be held the morning of the event starting at 8:30 AM at the ITC Pavilion at the start/finish line.
AWARDS: The Overall Male & Female winner of the 5k run/walk and Meowy Mile will receive a special cat themed gift.
RESULTS will be texted to you once you cross the finish line. They will also be live at the event and on this website afterwards. The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
BRING YOUR CAT-LOVING FRIENDS AND LET'S RUN (OR WALK) FOR THE CATS! REGISTER NOW AND LET'S MAKE THIS A PURR-FECT DAY! sun
This event is put on by GARR EVENT SOLUTIONS, an event management company that partners with non-profits to support local community initiatives. _Good People. Great Events. Giving Back. _
The event takes place on SUNDAY, MAY 3RD AT ITC COMMUNITY SPORTS PARK IN NORTHVILLE. The event will kick off with the Meowy Mile at 9:30 am, followed by the 5k run/walk (3.1 miles) at 10:00 am. There is plenty of parking at the park and a beautiful playground right near the start/finish. Restrooms on site.
PRICING: $30 until April 19th with a t-shirt guaranteed. $35 from 4/20 to 5/2 (limited shirts available), $40 race day.
DISCOUNTED PRICING FOR FAMILIES: We're encouraging families to participate together and are offering special pricing for you! Save $15 when registering 3 or more people from the same household.
COURSE: The start and finish is at the pavilion near the park at the corner of 8 mile and Napier. The 5k run/walk is an out and back on the paved ITC trail. All ages and abilities are welcome, you can run or walk at your own pace. The Meowy Mile is a shorter fun run for all ages - great for families and kids! Runners, Walkers, Strollers and Wagons all allowed. No bicycles, skateboard or rollerblades please.
SWAG: All participants receive a cat-themed race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and post race refreshments.
SUPPORT A CAUSE: A portion of the proceeds, and all donations, will benefit our local charity partner - Feral Kitty Trappers TNR, Inc. a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Run by volunteers and funded by donations. All funds are used for cats.
PACKET PICKUP: Will be held the morning of the event starting at 8:30 AM at the ITC Pavilion at the start/finish line.
AWARDS: The Overall Male & Female winner of the 5k run/walk and Meowy Mile will receive a special cat themed gift.
RESULTS will be texted to you once you cross the finish line. They will also be live at the event and on this website afterwards. The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.
BRING YOUR CAT-LOVING FRIENDS AND LET'S RUN (OR WALK) FOR THE CATS! REGISTER NOW AND LET'S MAKE THIS A PURR-FECT DAY! sun
This event is put on by GARR EVENT SOLUTIONS, an event management company that partners with non-profits to support local community initiatives. _Good People. Great Events. Giving Back. _
Races
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Meowy Mile
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 14 FEB1 Mile Run/Walk. All the same great SWAG as the 5k - t-shirt, finishers medal, race bib! -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd May 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 14 FEB
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ITC Community Sports Park, 5100 Eight Mile Road, Northville, 48167, MI, United States
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