Frequently asked questions
What time does the Race start?
The Opening Ceremony - Survivor and Memorial Recognition, begins at 8:00 a.m.
What time are things over?
The Closing Ceremony begins at 10:30. It will conclude at about 11:30 a.m.
What is the Race day schedule?
Race Day Schedule - Arrive early! Street closures begin at 7:00 a.m.
| 6:30 a.m. to 7:45 a.m |
Team MEET open |
| 7:00 a.m. |
Packet Pickup, Registration, Survivor Café, Children's Area and Sponsor Booths open |
| 8:00 a.m. |
Opening Ceremony - Survivor & Memorial Recognition |
| 9:00 a.m. |
Competitive 5K Start (women and men) |
| Following |
5K Walk Start (women and men) |
| Following |
One-Mile Walk |
| 10:30 a.m. |
Closing Ceremony - Racers and Team Awards |
Click here for the Calendar of Events.
What is the Race route?
Our route is the same as last year, but without the Woodward construction.
Click here to view the Race route.
Can I bring a dog?
Due to safety concerns, dogs and other pets (leashed or unleashed) are not permitted.
Can I ride a bike or rollerblade?
Not unless you are a paramedic! Due to safety concerns, bikes and rollerblades are not permitted.
Can I bring a stroller?
Strollers are allowed; however, for safety, we ask that you stay towards the back and to the sides of the Race route.
Do you have wheelchairs?
Thank you to Binson's Home Health Care Centers, Inc. for providing wheelchairs,
on loan for Race day. To reserve a wheelchair, email raceforthecure@karmanos.org
or call (248) 351-1861.
How do I volunteer?
Click here to view volunteer opportunities.
How much is the registration fee?
Click here to view individual registration fees. Click here
to view team registration fees.
If I register a team does everyone have to pay or is it one price for the team?
Note that online team member registration closes May 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Each team member must pay a registration fee. Click here to view team registration fees.
Do I have to fundraise?
Fundraising is not required, but is encouraged. Click here to view the exciting fundraising incentives!
How do I turn Friends for the CureŽ money in?
Manual donations, checks not cash, (submitted on paper forms) can be mailed to: 4100 John R Detroit,
MI 48201 Attn: Detroit Race for the CureŽ. Please make checks payable to: Detroit Race for the CureŽ.
Manual forms must be postmarked by July 1, 2008. Online donations must be received by July 1, 2008.
Does a team have to walk together or can some run and some walk?
Team members do not have to walk or run together; participate in whichever event you wish on Race day (5K Run, 5K Walk, or 1 Mile Walk).
And, you can change your mind the morning of the Race and switch from Race to Walk, etc.
If I registered for the Race can I change my mind and Walk, or vice versa?
Yes, you can change your mind the morning of the Race and switch from Race to Walk, etc
Can my team design our own t-shirt?
Yes! Check out the Team Captain Kit for more information, and the entry form.
What is the difference between Team Packet Packup vs. Team Packet Pickup?
Team Packet Packup- Help packup Team Race Packets and take yours home a week early!
Team Packet Pickup- Pick up your Team Race Packets.
Click here for Packup and Pickup dates, times, and locations. These are the only times and locations for Captains to pick up their team members' packets.
Where is Packet Pickup?
Click here to view Packet Pickup dates, times and locations.
Can I pick up Race packets for others, besides myself?
Yes, just give us the names of those you wish to pick up packets for.
raceforthecure@karmanos.org
(248) 351-1861
Rev.3-24-2008
