
Blue Ribbon Run is a running and road cycling race on October 11, 2026 in Woodhaven, MI, with entry fees from $40 to $45.
From the Organizer
Happy Spring to our past runners and walkers and to our new runners, walkers and bike riders.
Join us for the new 10K for the 10th anniversary of the Blue Ribbon Run. The old favories of the non competitive Family 5K bike ride are back again this year. For those with energy left after the Bike ride, please consider the competitive 5K run/walk. All registrants will receive a t shirt.
There is also the 5K Bike Ride and 10K run/walk combo
We are offering a $5 discount to all that register before midnight on Wednesday April 15th. Use code ANNIVERSARY (all caps)
Proceeds from this event help support the Trenton Exchange club in their efforts to help fight child abuse.
5K Bike Ride -8:00am start time. 5K competitive run/walk will start at 8:45 This years course will include the hill (2 times). Hill is OPTIONAL in the competitive run/walk and NO HILL in the non-competitive walk OR THE BIKE RIDE! No dogs or strollers on the hill. Awards to 1st Male and Female, Overall and Masters. Age groups 2 deep: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and up.
Chip timing will be used for results.
Cost:
Bike Ride: $40.00
Competitive 5K Run/Walk: $40.00
Bike Ride AND Competitive 5K Run/Walk: $50.00
10K Run: $45
Bike Ride and Competitive 10K Run/Walk: $55.00
Events
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
64°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Detroit Metro Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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Blue Ribbon Run
Oct 11, 2026