2026 Heart Diggity Dog 5K run/walk
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT
- Location
- 311 Mack Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
- Type
- Run
Sign up and verify details on the organizer's official page.
Race feel
A delightful 5K run/walk through Detroit with your dog, supporting the Detroit Police Department and promoting heart health.
- Fun
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Quirky
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersLace up your running shoes and leash up your furry companion for the Heart Diggity Dog 5K in Detroit. This unique run/walk invites you and your four-legged friend to explore Midtown and Downtown Detroit, starting from Brush Mall. It's a wonderful opportunity for a heart-healthy day out with your dog, complete with a custom medal for you and a special bandana for your pup. Your participation also supports the Detroit Police Department, adding a meaningful layer to this fun community event.
From the organizer
Grab your furry, four-legged pal and join the Detroit Police Department and Detroit Medical Center’s Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan (RIM) for the Heart Diggity Dog 5K on October 3rd, 2026! Run, run/walk or walk through through Midtown and Downtown Detroit! Start from Brush Mall, next to RIM and the DMC Heart Hospital, 311 Mack Ave., Detroit, in between Beaubien and John R, head down Brush to Comerica Park, circle around the neighborhood and back up to Midtown. Participants receive a t-shirt and custom medal, and dogs get a Heart Diggity Dog 5K dog bandana. Have a fun, heart-healthy day with your furry friend downtown while supporting the Detroit Police Department!
Race registration/bib pick up starts at 8am; race starts at 9am.
Parking: free parking in South Deck structure 311 Mack Ave (corner of Mack and Beaubien/StAntoine) will be available between 7:30am and 12:30pm.
Medal
Shirt