Sterlingfast 5K
Sterlingfast 5K is a running race on July 25, 2026 in Sterling Heights, MI, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- July 25, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Sterling Heights, Dodge Park, Saturday, July 25th
Kick off the final day of Sterlingfest by participating in the Sterlingfast 5k. The 5k course will take you up Utica Road to the Sterling Heights Nature Center then back to Dodge Park along the scenic bike path.
Overall as well as age group awards (Top 3 in every age group). Post race snacks and adult beverage for those over 21.
Race Day Registration Increases to $40
Shirts are guaranteed to those registered by July 13th!
Availability may be limited to anyone registering after this date.
Early packet pickup is available at Hansons Running Shop - Utica Friday, July 24th Noon to 7 PM.
Day-Of Pick-Up: 7 to 8:45 a.m., Saturday, July 25th under Dodge Park Farmers Market Pavilion, Sterling Heights
Be sure to visit the event website for a schedule of all the Sterling Heights Sterlingfest activities!
The 2026 Sterlingfast 5k is also donating a portion of the event proceeds to support the Daryl Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund. Daryl Brown was a retired Sterling Heights Police Officer, a coach at St. Anne's and Regina, as well as a longtime runner. Additional donations are available at registration.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 7/25
High
86°
Low
67°
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
42%
Wind
0 to 7 mph
Host City
About Sterling Heights, MI
Population
133,473
as of 2023
City Elevation
613 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 30 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Sterlingfast 5K
Jul 25, 2026