
From the Organizer
Kick off Recovery Fest 2026 with the Strides for Recovery 5K Run or 1 Mile Walk – a powerful community event supporting individuals in recovery from addiction and celebrating the solution: health, hope, and wellness.
This event is open to the public and we want your support.
This year’s event includes:
✅ 5K Run
✅ 1 Mile Walk
✅ Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk
🕘 All events start promptly at 9:00 AM and are professionally timed by Eastside Racing Company.
🎶 Enjoy music, water stations, snacks, and smoothie shots before and after the race!
Why Join?
Because your presence matters.
Strides for Recovery is more than a race – it’s a movement to:
Support people in recovery
Promote community collaboration
Break the stigma surrounding addiction
Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines – be part of the solution.
Race Options:
5K Run or 1 Mile Walk
All ages and fitness levels welcome!
🎟 Registration:
$15 per participant (Includes T-shirt if registered before deadline and until supplies last)
Free Kids 1 Mile Run/Walk (Ages 12 and under) All participants get a certificate. (No T-shirt Included-Kids T-Shirts can be purchased for additional cost before deadline.)
🏆 Awards & Medals:
Top Overall Male & Female Runner – 1st Place Award
Medals for For Top 3 Finshers per age group
Top 3 Finishers in Each Age Group (M/F):
13-17 | 18–25 | 26–35 | 36–45 | 46–55 | 55+
👦 Kids Awards:
Certificates for all kids who participate!
🎉 After the Race:
Free Smoothie shots from Tropical Smoothie, Pulled Pork Sandwiches from Texas Roadhouse, Snacks, and Water!
Family-Friendly Fun at Recovery Fest – Celebrate connection, recovery, and community!
📣Pre-Packet Pick-Up Information📣
Skip the lines on race day! Pre-packet pick-up will be available on: Location TBA
Thursday, September 10th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Friday, September 11th | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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
75°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Port Huron, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
28,724
as of 2023
Elevation
602 ft
Nearest Airport
FNT
Bishop International Airport · 66 mi
Major Hub
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 71 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Strides for Recovery, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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)
Strides for Recovery
Sep 12, 2026