
From the Organizer
We're excited to bring you the area's largest running and fundraising weekend in Southeast Michigan on the morning of Saturday, September 12th at William G. Milliken State Park in Detroit, MI.
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
77°
Typical Low
56°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dearborn #2, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
636,644
as of 2023
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at SUSAN G. KOMEN OF SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN — RACE FOR THE CURE, DETROIT, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
96
Days to train
Coming Up
BLUE LINE BURN
Less than a mile away
2026 Palmer Park Event Series: 8K, 5K & 1 Mile Run & Walk
Less than a mile away
2026 LTA Foundation 1.975 Walk/Run
Less than a mile away
Hustle for Homes
Less than a mile away
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)
SUSAN G. KOMEN OF SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN — RACE FOR THE CURE, DETROIT
Sep 12, 2026