Outrun Hunger

Event Overview

• Date: November 14, 2026
• Location: 2009 Township Drive, Commerce, MI
• Race URL: Outrun Hunger Charity Event
• Purpose: Supporting local food pantries to feed families during the holiday season.

Event Highlights

• Charity Focus: Partnership with Hospitality House Food Pantry of Commerce and Open Door Outreach Center of Waterford.
• Community Support: 100% of participant registrations and donations go back to the community.
• Tax Status: Outrun Hunger is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
• Celebration: 16th annual event celebrating 16 years of community support.

Awards and Giveaways

• Participant Giveaways: Sponsored by The Kroger Co. of Michigan.
• Early Registration Bonus: Free gifts for those who register by specific dates.
• Finisher Medals: All participants receive a 16th Year Anniversary Finisher Medal.
• Entry Fee: $25 for participants 12 and under.

5K Individual Awards

• Overall Awards: $50 Amazon gift card for top male and female in various age categories.
• New Awards: With 3 deep awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in age groups.
• Age Categories: Awards for ages 5-89.
• Participation Rule: Kids 12 and under must be running/walking themselves.

1 Mile Individual Awards

• First Place: $20 Kroger gift card for top male and female in various age categories.
• Age Categories: Awards for ages 5-89.
• Participation Rule: Kids 12 and under must be running/walking themselves.
• Raffle Drawings: Free raffle drawings will take place after the award ceremony.

Team Challenge Information

• Eligibility: Teams of 5 or more can register for 5K or 1 Mile events.
• Registration Deadline: November 8th for team members.
• Incentives: Prizes for largest team and fastest team, with gift cards for each member.
• Chip Timing: Each team member's time is individually tracked.

Special Team Challenges

• Kids Team Challenge: Separate categories for kids 12 and under in both the 5K and 1 Mile events.
• Gift Cards: $10 gift cards for Dairy Queen for team members.
• Group Running: Teams do not need to run together: individual tracking is maintained.
• Awards: Team members are eligible for overall/individual age group awards.

Important Notes

• Awards Announcement: All awards are announced post-race: must be present to receive.
• Website Information: For full event details and race day instructions, visit www.outrunhunger.org.