
From the Organizer
Whether you run or walk, join us for the Annual Dragon Dash! This 5K certified course beginning and ending at the Wildwood Amphitheater and following the Polly Ann Trail north will kick off your training season. All runners will receive an award crossing the finish line. All levels of runners and walkers are invited, from beginner to competitive. Race starts at 9 am. Proceeds will go toward Orion Area Youth Assistance and their programming for youth. Race day registration and runner check in will be at the Wildwood Amphitheater, 2700 Joslyn Ct., Lake Orion 48360. Out and back course will start/end at the Wildwood Amphitheater and proceed north down the Polly Ann Trail to the Lake Orion Community Schools Administration building and back.
In person registration fee increases on race day to $25
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
82°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pontiac Wwtp, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,012 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 28 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Dragon Dash 5K
Aug 2, 2026