
Le Run for Le Rouge 2026 is a running race on October 11, 2026 in Detroit, MI, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Do it for the kids! All proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to support the DCFC youth soccer programs.
Join DCFC on Sunday, October 11, 2026 for the on-site 5K family-friendly fundraiser run/walk starting and ending at the Detroit City Fieldhouse. The route will head from the Fieldhouse down Lafayette Street and then into historic Elmwood Cemetery. Race starts promptly at 10:30am. Festivities after the race include open field play at the Detroit City Fieldhouse, cornhole and other family-fun activities. All race participants receive a Le Run for Le Rouge T-shirt as a part of registration as well as a drink ticket that can be redeemed on site after the race at City Clubhouse.
Packet pick-up will be available from 4-7pm on Friday October 9th, 5:30pm-8pm on Saturday October 10th at Keyworth Stadium, and on race day October 11th from 9am-10am at the Detroit City Fieldhouse.
*REGISTER BY 9/19 TO GUARANTEE SHIRT SIZE AS PART OF YOUR REGISTRATION*
CANNOT GUARANTEE SHIRT FOR LATE REGISTRANTS
EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS 8/28
PRICE INCREASES BY $5 on 9/19 to $45
* Sorry, no pets allowed on the route. Strollers are permitted but we ask that you remain at the back of the starting line to allow for enough space for other runners.
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
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Detroit City Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
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.
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Le Run for Le Rouge 2026
Oct 11, 2026