2231 Michigan Ave, Detroit MI
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Building on the beloved tradition of Michigan Humane’s annual Mutt March, we’re embarking on a new chapter that celebrates the powerful bond between people and their pets, and the many ways they inspire us to live with greater joy, compassion, and connection. We invite you to join us for the celebration at Corktown’s Roosevelt Park and the iconic Michigan Central Station. There’s something for everyone! The new 5K run will take you from Roosevelt Park through Southwest Detroit, a jaunt through Ralph C. Wilson Park, returning to Michigan Central Station on the Southwest Detroit Greenway – and you can register your dog to run with you! The event also features the 1-mile Mutt March fundraising walk, the Mike Morse Law Firm Meet Your Best Friend event with nearly 100 animals up for adoption, field games and contests for dogs, food trucks, a beer garden, live music, and more!
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Early Packet Pick-Up (Location TBD)
7:00 AM Onsite packet pick-up and registration
8:00 AM 5K Run/Walk Starts
8:30 AM 5K Run/Walk with Dogs Starts
9:00 AM 1 Mile Mutt March Starts
9:30 AM 5K Awards Announcement
10:00 AM Meet Your Best Friend Adoption Area Opens
10:00 AM Beer Garden Opens and Live Music Begins
Time TBD Dog Contests
3:00 PM Event Concludes
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