Allen Park 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Location
- 7101 Park Ave., Allen Park, MI
- Distance
- 5k · Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
From the Organizer
Join the Downriver Runners club for a very special 50th Anniversary Allen Park 5K run. This time-honored event is a fast, flat course through the neighborhoods of Allen Park. The run starts and finishes at Allen Park Presbyterian Church, 7101 Park Ave., Allen Park, 48101. Proceeds from the event support the Downriver Runner's annual Tony Mifsud scholarship program, a $1,000 college scholarship for two area high school runners.
We will kick off the morning at 8:30am with an untimed kids fun run followed by a 9:00 am 5K start.
After the race, runners are invited to join us as we announce our overall and age group awards.
In Memory of Tony Mifsud
This race is dedicated to the memory of Tony Mifsud — a beloved educator, coach, and lifelong
runner whose passion for the sport left a lasting mark on all who knew him. Tony was a founding
member of the Downriver Runners and of this race. Tony devoted his life to teaching and
coaching, inspiring generations of student-athletes at both the high school and collegiate levels.
His kindness, humor, and unwavering encouragement made him not just a great coach, but a
mentor and friend to many.
Tony didn’t just teach running — he lived it. A talented runner himself, he led by example,
showing others the joy, discipline, and community that running can bring. Whether you were
chasing a personal best or just learning how to pace your first mile, Tony was there with a smile,
a story, and the belief that you could go farther than you thought.
Today, we run in his honor — with the same spirit of camaraderie, determination, and joy that he
brought to every finish line.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dearborn, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Allen Park, MI
Population
28,128
as of 2023
Elevation
596 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Allen Park 5K Run/Walk?
- Allen Park 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Allen Park, Michigan on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Allen Park 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Allen Park, Michigan at 7101 Park Ave., Allen Park, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Allen Park 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Allen Park 5K Run/Walk
Aug 8, 2026