CHASS 5k Run/Walk & Kid's Superhero Race
Sat, Aug 15, 2026, 5:33 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A vibrant 5K and Kid's Superhero Race celebrating community in Mexicantown, supporting vulnerable neighbors with every step.
- Fun
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseGreat for
- Family Friendly
Family FriendlyThe 13th annual CHASS 5K Run/Walk invites all abilities to a vibrant community celebration in Detroit's Mexicantown. Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with local food, mariachi dancers, and a special Kid's Superhero Race where little ones can dress up and join the fun. This event supports personal care and learning needs for vulnerable neighbors, making your participation meaningful. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect, move, and contribute to a great cause.
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
149 5K finishers in 2025. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
44:22
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Speedy front
There is real pace up front, even if the overall field is broad. Front-group read: 23:04.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 51% women and 49% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2025, this looks like a small field: 149 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 44:22. The quicker front of the field averaged about 23:04. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Detroit, MI
Close-to-home draw
Ann Arbor, MI
Travel draw
Royal Oak, MI
Travel draw
Franklin, MI
Travel draw
Sterling Heights, MI
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female 14 and Under
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 15 to 19
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 20 to 29
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 30 to 39
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Female 40 to 49
Top 3 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2025 | 149 | 44:22 | 44:02 | 23:04 | 16:44 / 21:06 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
In our 13th year, this event is a great option for people of all abilities. Come enjoy a family-friendly event with a small local food expo, mariachi dancers and other local flavor options as we celebrate our community here in Detroit's Mexicantown! And kids can dress up as their favorite superhero and do the short, untimed run to be part of the festivities too! Walk or run, we're happy to have you! Proceeds go to support personal care and learning needs for our most vulnerable neighbors!
Registration fee increases on 7/18 and closes digitally on the Tuesday prior to the event.
Walk-in Registration on race day is also an option with an additional increase in pricing! Register sooner than later and save some cabbage!!
Race day registration and pick-up opens at 800am.