The Bull Run for ALS of Michigan

  • Date Sun 28th September 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Milford, Michigan
  • Price Free - $49.31
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating seventh annual Bull Run for ALS of Michigan on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the stunning Kensington Metro Park in Milford, Oakland. This heartwarming event features a chip-timed 5K run/walk, perfect for runners and walkers of all levels, alongside a FREE Calf Mile for kids aged 10 and under. Embrace the spirit of community and support as all proceeds go to ALS of Michigan, helping those affected by this challenging disease.

The 5K course takes you on a scenic out and back route along a paved pathway, with a few hills to keep things exciting! Participants will have the unique experience of crossing home plate on the ball diamond, honoring the legacy of Kenneth C. VanBlaricum, who battled ALS and whose nickname, "Bull," inspired the event's name. Finishers will receive a special dog tag medal, a tribute to his service in the National Guard. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause while enjoying a day filled with camaraderie and purpose!

Organiser's Description

THE BULL RUN FOR ALS OF MICHIGAN - MILFORD / KENSINGTON METRO PARK - RACE PAGE



This is the SEVENTH ANNUAL BULL RUN FOR ALS OF MICHIGAN HELD AT KENSINGTON PARK IN MILFORD, MICHIGAN. The Bull Run 5K is a chip timed accurate 5k run/walk. The Calf Mile is FREE for kids 10yrs and under. All proceeds go to ALS of Michigan to help our pALS (people with ALS) here in Michigan.



There is a lot of symbolism in The Bull Run. First the name, my dad, Kenneth C. VanBlaricum passed from ALS in Feb. 2010 and early in his life he worked in excavating, his nickname was Bull. The Bull Run is named in honor of my father. Second, the finishers medal is a dog tag honoring the time he served in the National Guard out of the Howell Armory and was called into active duty during the 1967 riots in Detroit. The start/finish line is on the ball diamond. You will run by first base, which is the position played by Lou Gehrig, and as you finish the race you cross home plate scoring a home run for our pALS(people with ALS) here in Michigan.



This run continues to be a dream come true to honor my father. Thank you for being a part of it.



CHECK OUT SOME COOL DRONE FOOTAGE FROM OUR 2024 EVENT - LINK HERE [https://drive.google.com/file/d/10T5SbZg74SfV7K-HpgBFcO8SkRYYccDy/view?usp=sharing].



RACE DETAILS:

PRICING: 5k run/walk $35 until 9/07, $37 9/08 to 9/27, $40 race day. Calf Mile is FREE for ages 10 and under. Online registration only.

RACE SWAG: Finishers medal is included with registration, performance tee is available as an add on through September 7th. Performance Tees are not available for purchase after that date.

COURSE: The 5K course has some hills and is an out and back on a paved pathway. This 5K starts at Martindale Beach/Water Park and runs out to the Milford connector circle and back.

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP TWO DAYS:

Wednesday 9/24, from 5-7:30 PM @ Captain's on Main in Brighton, 423 W. Main Street, Brighton 48116

Friday 9/26, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM @ Running Lab Brighton~409 W. Main St., Brighton, MI 48116

RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP: starts at 7:00 AM



RACE DAY SCHEDULE:

Kensington Metro Park, North Martindale Beach, 5K Run
7:00a Packet Pick-Up | 8:30 a.m. Run

Calf (1/2) Mile Fun Run for Kids 10 and under
7:30 Check in | 8 a.m. Run
No fee to participate!

AWARDS: Running Lab in Brighton is providing the following gift certificates:

$100 to First place overall male and female
$50 to Second place overall male and female
$25 to Third place overall male and female

RESULTS: Results will be live during the event and full results will be posted on this Run Signup page. The race will be professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.

Races

  • The Bull Run 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.81 Fee & Purple Performance Tee

    Sun 28th September 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $40.81

    CLOSED
    This is a challenging 5K course with some hills that is an out and back on a paved pathway. This 5K starts at Martindale Beach/Water Park and runs out to the Milford connector circle and back.
  • The Calf Mile

    Sun 28th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    This is a Half mile fun run for kids 10 and under.
  • The InvisaBULL 5K

    Incl. $4.31 Fee & Purple Performance Tee

    $49.31

    CLOSED
    This 5K can be run anywhere/ any time. We would love you to share a pic(s) of your run. You can share them here: https://www.facebook.com/thebullrunforalsofmi Your finishers medal and shirt if ordered will be shipped out no later than Sept. 28, 2025

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Location

Kensington Metro Park, North Martindale Beach, 4570 Huron River Parkway, Milford, 48380, MI, United States

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