Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $35
From the Organizer
Strides for Sickle Cell is a 5K event designed for everyone! All participants can walk, run, push, or roll safely and at their own happy pace around Gallup Park. Registration includes a commemorative finisher medal and a t-shirt!
The true accomplishment of this event is bringing people together for an important cause—raising awareness and support for individuals affected by sickle cell disease. Sickle cell anemia has fallen behind many other diseases in research and clinician innovation, as it affects a disadvantaged population that often lacks the resources to advocate for themselves.
Crossing the finish line symbolizes the power of community coming together to make a difference—a joyful moment that participants will always remember. To celebrate this collective achievement, every participant receives a commemorative medal. By uniting the community through this event, we aim to shed light on the challenges faced by sickle cell patients and their families while advocating for increased research funding and improved clinical care.
Race Registration Fees
6/10 to 7/1 - $35 (shirt guaranteed)
7/2 to 8/31 - $40 (shirt guaranteed)
9/1 to 9/19 - $45 (shirts available as supplies last)
9/20 Race Day - $50 (no shirt)
The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results are live as you finish the race, and posted on this website.
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
74°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ann Arbor U Of Mich, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ann Arbor, MI
Population
121,179
as of 2023
City Elevation
962 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 22 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
95
Days to train
- Race
- Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Location
- 3000 Fuller Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk?
- Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Ann Arbor, Michigan on September 20, 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 Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Ann Arbor, Michigan at 3000 Fuller Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Strides for Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk
Sep 20, 2026