Lightfest hat and medal guaranteed to the first 1,000 participants for the Lightfest Run/Walk.
*Participants will receive a 2025 Lightfest hat, Lightfest 2025 medal, transportation back to the start line after the event and post event snacks
The start line is at Merriman Hollow Park in Westland (7651 N. Merriman Road in Westland) and the finish line is at Warrendale Park near the Hype Recreation Center (23302 W. Warren Avenue in Dearborn Heights). Hines Drive will be closed for vehicle traffic for the event.
Please park at the start area and shuttle busses will transport you back to Merriman Hollow after the event.
Registration Fees for the Lightfest Run/Walk – Run Registration Link
Adults
$36.50 until October 31, 2025
$41.50 from November 1 through noon on November 14
$45 at Packet pick up on November 17 and on event day (November 19)
Kids (18 and younger)
$26.50 until October 31, 2025
$31.50 from November 1 through noon on November 15
$35.00 at Packet pick up on November 17 and on event day (November 19)
*Cash/check only for on-site registration*
Online registration will take place until noon on November 14. Registration will also take place at Packet Pickup at Merriman Hollow Park (7651 N. Merriman Hollow Road, Westland) on Monday, November 17 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM and on event day, November 19, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Cash/check only for on-site registration.
No dogs are allowed due to the bus transportation and large amount of participants. There is a 2.5 hour time limit for participation for the Lightfest Run/walk.
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The Blitzen the Dotte Fun Run/Walk has been a fall tradition for 16 years. Thousands of runners and walkers have participated in this fun November event over the years to help raise money for the youth rowing programs sponsored by the Wyandotte Boat Club.
Wear your most festive running gear and enjoy this exciting annual event before the 82nd Annual Wyandotte Christmas Parade!
Event options:
- Start time 9am – 5k run/walk at the corner of Biddle and Pine
- Start time 8:30 am – “Little Reindeer” 1/4 Mile Run for Kids, Start and finish location is behind Wyandotte Boat Club
For more information and to register online click here: https://wyandotteboatclub.com/blitzen-the-dotte/?fbclid
The S3 Turkey Trot has been a tradition in Detroit for over 40 years!
Much more than a variety of races (10k/5k/1 mile), thousands of participants dress in costumes for the event. Often declared “The Parade before The Parade”, participants frolic by the largest spectator crowd in Michigan. Truly an awesome way to start Thanksgiving Day!
Register here: Turkey Trot Sign Up
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Register here: https://events.hakuapp.com/b0f04c7c31d9e088d190
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