Warrior Welcome Week: Warrior Pride Run/Walk
- Date Fri 28th August 2026
- Time 5:30PM EDT
- Location Detroit, Michigan
- Price $12.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting kickoff to the new school year at the Warrior Welcome Week: Warrior Pride Run/Walk on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Detroit, Wayne! This vibrant event unites students, faculty, staff, alumni, family, friends, and community supporters to celebrate health, wellness, and the spirit of Warrior Pride. Participants of all fitness levels are invited to join the fun and take part in the officially certified 5K course, which promises a professionally timed experience along with stunning course photography to capture those memorable race-day moments.
The race will start at 5:30 PM at Gullen Mall, so be sure to arrive early for parking and to pick up your race packet. For just $10, you can secure your spot and enjoy perks like a finisher medal, post-race snacks, and beverages. Plus, the first 400 registered participants will receive a guaranteed T-shirt in their preferred size! Don't miss this chance to create or join a team and add to the excitement. Let's come together to move, recharge, and set a positive tone for what's sure to be a fantastic school year ahead!
The race will start at 5:30 PM at Gullen Mall, so be sure to arrive early for parking and to pick up your race packet. For just $10, you can secure your spot and enjoy perks like a finisher medal, post-race snacks, and beverages. Plus, the first 400 registered participants will receive a guaranteed T-shirt in their preferred size! Don't miss this chance to create or join a team and add to the excitement. Let's come together to move, recharge, and set a positive tone for what's sure to be a fantastic school year ahead!
Organiser's Description
THE WARRIOR WELCOME WEEK: WARRIOR PRIDE 5K BRINGS TOGETHER STUDENTS, FACULTY, STAFF, ALUMNI, FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS TO CELEBRATE HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND WARRIOR PRIDE.
THE EVENT ENCOURAGES PARTICIPANTS OF ALL FITNESS LEVELS TO COME TOGETHER, MOVE, AND RECHARGESETTING A POSITIVE, HEALTHY TONE FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR.
NEW THIS YEAR, THE 5K COURSE IS OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED AND PROFESSIONALLY TIMED, AND PARTICIPANTS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO COURSE PHOTOGRAPHY TO CAPTURE AND SHARE THEIR RACE-DAY EXPERIENCE.
PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CREATE OR JOIN A TEAM AND ADD TO THE EXCITEMENT.
RACE START TIME
The 5K Run/walk will start at 5:30PM. Please plan your arrival with ample time for parking, picking up race packet (if not already picked up) and making your way to Gullen Mall for the start of the event.
PACKET PICK UP
Participants are encouraged to pick up their packets early by visiting Student Success Hub, Undergraduate Library on Thursday (8/27) or Friday (8/28) between 10:00AM - 5:00PM. Make sure to have your race bib pinned on the front of your body for the run/walk!
COST
$10 General Admission
Special rate available for current students - code from your email
Faculty and staff (WSUFACULTY OR WSUSTAFF). OneCard verification required at time of packet pick up for students, faculty/staff.
Registration includes finisher medal, post-race snacks/beverages.
T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 400 registered participants. Preferred size guaranteed by August 5th.
_We can't wait to welcome you back to another great year!_
THE EVENT ENCOURAGES PARTICIPANTS OF ALL FITNESS LEVELS TO COME TOGETHER, MOVE, AND RECHARGESETTING A POSITIVE, HEALTHY TONE FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR.
NEW THIS YEAR, THE 5K COURSE IS OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED AND PROFESSIONALLY TIMED, AND PARTICIPANTS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO COURSE PHOTOGRAPHY TO CAPTURE AND SHARE THEIR RACE-DAY EXPERIENCE.
PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CREATE OR JOIN A TEAM AND ADD TO THE EXCITEMENT.
RACE START TIME
The 5K Run/walk will start at 5:30PM. Please plan your arrival with ample time for parking, picking up race packet (if not already picked up) and making your way to Gullen Mall for the start of the event.
PACKET PICK UP
Participants are encouraged to pick up their packets early by visiting Student Success Hub, Undergraduate Library on Thursday (8/27) or Friday (8/28) between 10:00AM - 5:00PM. Make sure to have your race bib pinned on the front of your body for the run/walk!
COST
$10 General Admission
Special rate available for current students - code from your email
Faculty and staff (WSUFACULTY OR WSUSTAFF). OneCard verification required at time of packet pick up for students, faculty/staff.
Registration includes finisher medal, post-race snacks/beverages.
T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 400 registered participants. Preferred size guaranteed by August 5th.
_We can't wait to welcome you back to another great year!_
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 28th August 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$12.10
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Location
5221 Gullen Mall Wayne State University, Detroit, 48202, MI, United States
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