Kick off 2026 with Connected Communities 5K Walk/Run on McNichols

Kick off 2026 with Connected Communities 5K Walk/Run on McNichols

Start the new year with connection and community spirit. The Connected Communities 5K Walk/Run is back for its second year, bringing together neighborhoods for a day of fitness and networking.

The event kicks off on Saturday, Jan. 3, at 11 a.m. Participants will start at 1004 W. 7 Mile Rd., Detroit, and cross the finish line at The Raw Space, located at 8420 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit.

Whether you walk or run, you’ll experience an energetic community and meet some amazing people.

This event is sponsored by The Raw Space, Pillar + Pride and Avenue Runners.

Register here.

A flyer for the “2nd Annual Connected Communities 5K Walk/Run.” The background is blue with fireworks and snowflakes, featuring three running silhouettes in orange, pink and blue. Large white and yellow text reads: “2nd Annual Connected Communities 5K Walk/Run. Saturday, Jan 3, 2026, 11 AM.” Then below the words “New Year | Neighborhoods | Networking” appear. A QR code for registration is at bottom center of page. Logos for Pillar + Pride and Avenue Runners in bottom right and left-hand corners. Start location: 1004 W. 7 Mile Rd., Detroit. Finish location: The Raw Space, 8420 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit.