Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt.

  • Date Sat 9th May 2026
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Detroit, Michigan
  • Price $17.40 - $49.20
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us on Saturday, May 9, 2026, for the Michigan Humane Tailgate! Run. Walk. Adopt. event in the vibrant Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, Wayne. This exciting celebration builds on the beloved tradition of the Mutt March, highlighting the incredible bond between humans and their pets. Get ready to participate in a range of activities that promote joy, compassion, and community connection.

The event features a thrilling 5K run, taking participants on a scenic route through Southwest Detroit and Ralph C. Wilson Park, with the option to register your furry friend to run alongside you! For those looking for a more relaxed pace, the 1-mile Mutt March offers a chance to walk with or without your dog. The day is packed with fun, including nearly 100 animals available for adoption at the Mike Morse Law Firm Meet Your Best Friend event, delicious food trucks, a lively beer garden, contests for dogs, field games, and live music. Don't miss out on this unforgettable day of fun and furry companionship!

Organiser's Description

Building on the beloved tradition of Michigan Humanes annual Mutt March, were embarking on a new chapter that celebrates the powerful bond between people and their pets, and the many ways they inspire us to live with greater joy, compassion, and connection. We invite you to join us for the celebration at Corktowns Roosevelt Park and the iconic Michigan Central Station. Theres something for everyone! The new 5K run will take you from Roosevelt Park through Southwest Detroit, a jaunt through Ralph C. Wilson Park, returning to Michigan Central Station on the Southwest Detroit Greenway and you can register your dog to run with you! The event also features the 1-mile Mutt March fundraising walk, the Mike Morse Law Firm Meet Your Best Friend event with nearly 100 animals up for adoption, field games and contests for dogs, food trucks, a beer garden, live music, and more!



SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, MAY 8TH

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Early Packet Pick-Up Humane Leaders Event (Location TBD)



SATURDAY, MAY 9TH

7:30 AM Onsite Packet pick-up opens (5K & 1-Mile Walk)

8:30 AM 5K Run/Walk (NO DOGS) Start

9:00 AM 5K Run/Walk (WITH DOGS) Start

9:00 AM TAILGATE! Festivities Begin

Food trucks
Beer garden
Meet Your Best Friend adoptions
Dog contests and activity programming
Sponsor and partner activations

9:30 AM 1 Mile Mutt March (WITH OR WITHOUT DOGS) Start

9:30 AM 5K Awards Announcement

10:00 AM Meet Your Best Friend Adoption Area Opens

10:00 AM Beer Garden Opens and Live Music Begins

Time TBD Dog Contests

2:00 PM Event Concludes

Races

  • 5k | Adult

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.60

    OPENS 15 MAR
  • 5k | Youth (0-12 Yrs)

    Incl. $2.40 Fee

    Sat 9th May 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $17.40

    OPENS 15 MAR
  • 5k | Adult With Dog (9:00am Start Time)

    Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $49.20

    OPENS 15 MAR
  • 1 Mile | ADULT

    Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $38.60

    OPENS 15 MAR
    Team Lyders Taco Bell Mutt March Fundraising Dog Walk. If bringing your 4 legged friend there is a $10 add on to select during the check out process.
  • 1 Mile | ADULT WITH DOG

    Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $49.20

    OPENS 15 MAR
  • 1 Mile | YOUTH (0-12YRS)

    Incl. $2.40 Fee

    Sat 9th May 2026 (9:30AM EDT)

    $17.40

    OPENS 15 MAR

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2231 Michigan Ave, Detroit, 48216, MI, United States

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