From the Organizer
Lace up your sneakers—whether you run, walk, or stroll, everyone’s invited to hit the pavement for community, fun, and fitness!
What's New This Year:
- A brand new route through our beautiful neighborhood!
- Exciting Kids' Sport Activity to keep the little ones moving and grooving!
What to Expect:
- 5K participants will receive a t-shirt (if registration is complete by 9.14), finishers medal, custom bib, and race timing.
- 8:00 am Check in and registration will take place at Voigt Park (Longfellow and Second)
- 9:00 am 5K race starts. The start and finish line will be at Voigt Park.
- Groups of 4 or more registering on the same transaction will receive a $5 discount per registrant during check-out.
- Celebration and music with our professional DJ will take place in Voigt Park afterwards.
- Spectators welcome!
- Event shirts are on a first come basis while supplies lasts
Individuals who would like to volunteer, provide sponsorship, or have any other questions about this event, can contact us at info@historicbostonedison.org.
Route: 2025 NEW COURSE MAP
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
73°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Detroit City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Detroit, MI
Population
636,644
as of 2023
City 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.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
87
Days to train
- Race
- Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 19, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk?
- Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Detroit, Michigan on September 19, 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 Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Detroit, Michigan at VOIGT PARK 795 LONGFELLOW ST. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Historic Boston-Edison Association 5K Run/Walk
Sep 19, 2026