River Bends Park (22 Mile Entrance), Utica MI
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Event Overview
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: River Bends Park (22 Mile Entrance), Utica, MI
- Meeting Point: Hickory Grove Pavilion
- Categories: In-Person or Virtual Supporter
Purpose
- Foundation: All proceeds go to the Pink Hugs Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit.
- Mission: Providing help to women in all stages/phases of breast cancer.
Packet Pickup Information
- Early Pickup: Friday, October 2, 4:00 - 7:15 PM
- Location: Hanson's Running Shop, 8409 Hall Rd, Utica, MI 48317
Race Day Schedule
- Packet Pickup: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM at Hickory Grove Pavilion
- Race Start: 10:00 AM
Entry Fees
- Adults: $40
- Youth: $10 for ages 10 years and under
- Registration Deadline: Must register by August 31 to guarantee a race shirt.
- Shipping: Add ‘$7.00 Packet Mailing’ for virtual supporters to receive their shirt by mail.
Additional Information
- Website: FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT PINKHUGS.ORG
- Race URL: Pink Hugs Annual 5K Your Way
Race-day essentials
Light, simple picks for a fast effort.
Top pick
SHOKZ OpenRun Bone Conduction Open-Ear Bluetooth Sport Headphones, Running Workout Bundle with Waterproof Carrying Case & Sweat Headband, IP67 Sweat Resistant, 8H Playtime, Mic, Black
$129.95
Garmin Forerunner 55, GPS Running Watch with Daily Suggested Workouts, Up to 2 Weeks of Battery Life, Black - 010-02562-00
$164.99
goodr A Unicorn's Calamity Polarized Sunglasses, Medium Sized (OG), Black Solid Frames with Black Non-Reflective Glare Reducing Lenses, UV400 Protection, No Slip, No Bounce
$30.00
Nathan Peak Running Hydration Waist Pack Belt w/Speed Draw Flask Water Bottle, 18oz/535 ml Push/Pull Race Cap, Expandable Zippered Stretch Pocket
$44.00
Course Map
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