Girls on the Run 5K

The finish line is just the beginning

Fall 2024 Celebration 5K!

Sunday, November 17 at Belle State Park

Join us as we run or walk (skip, dance, or cartwheel) the Spring 2024 Girls on the Run and STRIDE Celebratory Fun Run! Read on to get all the important info so that you’re ready for the big day, Sunday, November 17th, 2024. Note that the GOTR/STRIDE celebratory run is a closed running event for program participants, their coaches and families. 

This is a non competitive and non timed event. This is a celebration of all the hard work our participants have done over the season.

*GOTR and STRIDE participants and coaches are already registered and will receive their bibs and shirts at practice. 

Register as a Running Buddy
Register as a Volunteer

*Unlock limitless potential by being a 5k Superhero. Your donation of $100 will gain you free entry into the 5k, an awesome cape, and you will sponsor a child to cross the finish line in the Fall 2024 season! Simply choose “5K Superhero” in the registration. All donations are tax deductible.

Pricing

  • Standard Registration (Dates TBD) – Guaranteed Shirt – $35
  • Standard Registration (Dates TBD)- Non Guaranteed Shirt – $35
  • Late Registration (Dates TBD) – Non Guaranteed Shirt – $45

Event Logistics

  • **Arrive Early** – Plan to arrive at the event 75 minutes before your start time, there will be traffic coming into the park. A State Park Pass is required to enter the park.
  • Plan ahead – There is typically a long line at registration and t-shirt pick up on run day, plan accordingly.
  • Dress Appropriately – Check the weather and dress yourselves and your running buddies appropriately. The entire event is outside.

Event Schedule

7:30 AM — Packet Pick-Up and Event-Day Registration open

7:30 AM — Celebration Station is open (Bling Your Bib, Temporary Tattoos, Happy Hair & Poster Making!)

8:45 AM — 5K Opening Ceremonies start!

8:45 AM — Day of Registration Closes

9:00 AM – Run Begins – teams will start in waves. Please arrive one hour before your zone start time.

  • 9:00 AM – Zones 1-3
  • 9:15 AM – Zones 4-6
  • 9:30 AM – Zones 7-9
  • 9:45 AM – Zones 10-12
  • 10:00 AM – Zones 13-15

12:30 PM — Event closes

Team Meeting Zones

When you arrive at the Park, find your team’s zone HERE

Directions & Parking

The Fall 2024 GOTR and STRIDE Celebratory Fun Run will be held at Belle State Park, 1 Casino Way, Detroit, Michigan 48224.

Parking

Metro Park Pass

A State Park Pass or $11 entrance fee is required (CASH ONLY). For quickest entry, we recommend buying a park pass in advance. You can purchase a daily park pass below. This pass can be printed out or picked up at packet pick up. We expect a lot of traffic getting into the park, please plan to arrive early.

Purchase a Recreation Pass

Course Map

Aid and Facilities

An aid station will be located at approximately mile 1.5. Water and First Aid will be available there. Bathrooms are located directly behind the activity center.  

The main first aid table – TBD, Safety volunteers can be identified by their red YMCA shirts. Lost children should go to the registration table located – TBD. Please complete the emergency contact information on the back of the child’s bib.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet Pick-Up will take place at the South Oakland YMCA, 1016 W Eleven Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48067 during the following times:

Friday, November 15 | Time TBD

Saturday, November 16 | Time TBD

INCLEMENT WEATHER FOR 5K: 

Rain will not stop the event from occurring and we ask that you dress appropriately. In the event of lightning or severe weather, the race will be delayed or cancelled. Depending on weather, the run will be postponed in 30 minute increments, up to 60 minutes. After that, the run will be cancelled. If delayed or cancelled, communication will be posted one hour in advance of the scheduled start time or prior. Notifications of delayed start or cancellation can be found on the Girls on the Run Facebook page and Website (www.gotrdetroit.org). We ask that coaches check on the website or facebook page 1-hour before their event start time and notify their teams of any cancellations or delays. In the unlikely event of lightning on the course after the run has already started, the following protocol will take place:

  • Once lightning is spotted, course marshals along the route will notify runners using black flags, cancelling the run.
  • Upon sight of a black flag, coaches, children and adult  runners, as well as  family fans should immediately return to their designated  Zone (team meeting spot).
  • Coaches should do a headcount of their team and no child should be released unless in the custody of an approved and trusted adult.
  • Parents/guardians, please ensure that you return to your designated Zone to communicate with your coach that you have your child and are leaving with your child.

Thank you to our Sponsors!

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