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Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit

Date
July 18, 2026
Distance
Kid's Fun Run! · 2 Mile · 5k & more
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From the Organizer

Join us for our 17th Annual Escape to Belle Isle Race! Every dollar raised helps Ronald McDonald House Detroit provide a comfortable place for families to stay close to their children and their medical teams by providing places for families to find comfort, warm meals, transportation to and from the hospitals and even overnight stays; relieving financial and geographical burdens for the families of children receiving care in Metro Detroit! For a sick child, there's nothing better than the comfort of having mom and dad at their side. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I pick up my packet? You can pick up your packet starting at 7:00 am on race day. Parking is free and close by in case you want to run back to your car to drop off or change into your t-shirt!

What time do the races start? The 2 mile, 5k, and 10k all begin at 8:30 am. The Kid's Fun Run begins when the other races have wrapped up, around 10 am. 

Can I bring my stroller? What about my dog? We are stroller and furry-friend friendly! Bring your kiddos and your pup for a morning of family fun.

How far is the Kid's Fun Run? The Kid's Fun Run is about 400 yards. They get their own medals!

Does everyone get a shirt and a medal? Yes! All registered runners/walkers will receive a shirt and medal. 

 

 

Events

Kid's Fun Run!10 AMRegister →
2 Mile8:30 AMRegister →
5k8:30 AMRegister →
10k8:30 AMRegister →

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

85°

Typical Low

64°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Dearborn #2, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:12 AMSunset 9:06 PMDaylight 14h 54m

Host City

About Detroit, MI

Population

636,644

as of 2023

Elevation

601 ft

Nearest Airport

DTW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 15 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

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Race
Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit
Date
July 18, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit?
Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit is a running race held in Detroit, Michigan on July 18, 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 Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan at 1 Casino Way, Detroit, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Escape to Belle Isle benefitting Ronald McDonald House Detroit

Jul 18, 2026

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