Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 20th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in beautiful Ann Arbor, Washtenaw! This inclusive event invites participants of all abilities to walk, run, push, or roll at their own pace around the scenic Gallup Park. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a fun day out, this 5K is designed for everyone to celebrate community and raise awareness for sickle cell disease.
Participants will receive a commemorative finisher medal and a stylish t-shirt, making this event a memorable experience for all. Not only does crossing the finish line represent personal achievement, but it also symbolizes the collective effort to support individuals affected by sickle cell disease, a condition that often lacks the attention it deserves. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation, ensuring that results are live as you finish. Let's come together to advocate for increased research funding and improved clinical care while enjoying a day filled with joy and community spirit!
Participants will receive a commemorative finisher medal and a stylish t-shirt, making this event a memorable experience for all. Not only does crossing the finish line represent personal achievement, but it also symbolizes the collective effort to support individuals affected by sickle cell disease, a condition that often lacks the attention it deserves. The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation, ensuring that results are live as you finish. Let's come together to advocate for increased research funding and improved clinical care while enjoying a day filled with joy and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Strides for Sickle Cell is a 5K event designed for everyone! All participants can walk, run, push, or roll safely and at their own happy pace around GALLUP PARK. Registration includes a commemorative finisher medal and a t-shirt!
The true accomplishment of this event is bringing people together for an important causeraising awareness and support for individuals affected by sickle cell disease. Sickle cell anemia has fallen behind many other diseases in research and clinician innovation, as it affects a disadvantaged population that often lacks the resources to advocate for themselves.
Crossing the finish line symbolizes the power of community coming together to make a differencea joyful moment that participants will always remember. To celebrate this collective achievement, every participant receives a commemorative medal. By uniting the community through this event, we aim to shed light on the challenges faced by sickle cell patients and their families while advocating for increased research funding and improved clinical care.
The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results are live as you finish the race, and posted on this website.
The true accomplishment of this event is bringing people together for an important causeraising awareness and support for individuals affected by sickle cell disease. Sickle cell anemia has fallen behind many other diseases in research and clinician innovation, as it affects a disadvantaged population that often lacks the resources to advocate for themselves.
Crossing the finish line symbolizes the power of community coming together to make a differencea joyful moment that participants will always remember. To celebrate this collective achievement, every participant receives a commemorative medal. By uniting the community through this event, we aim to shed light on the challenges faced by sickle cell patients and their families while advocating for increased research funding and improved clinical care.
The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results are live as you finish the race, and posted on this website.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 20th September 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
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3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, 48105, MI, United States
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