
Be Aware 5K Walk/Run is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Macomb, MI, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
The Be Aware 5k for Youth Suicide Awareness and Prevention is intended to shine a light on the skyrocketing issues surrounding youth mental health (depression, anxiety, and the potential for suicide). Participants can register for timed or untimed category.
Sunday, October 11th
Join us virtually or in-person!!
$35 registration fee includes event t-shirt.
$25 registration fee for students
Must register by September 24th to guarantee shirt.
9:00 am Check-In
9:30 am Opening Ceremony
10:00 am Run/Walk Begins
Registration and Ceremony will be held at the Dakota High School 9th Grade Center.
Enter off 21 mile at the light or Cougar Drive off of Heydenreich.
Four legged friends are welcome!
Can't be with us on race day? Register for the VIRTUAL event or donate to a team!
Weather
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
63°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mt Clemens Ang Base, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 37 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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