Muddy Dash - Detroit, MI

Mount Morris, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Muddy Dash Detroit

Muddy Dash Detroit takes place on September 12, 2026 at the Everett A. Cummings Center in Detroit, MI. The event features a 5K course with obstacles, mud pits, and slides. The course includes about a dozen designated Muddy Moments where participants may run, walk, crawl, wade, slip, or slide. Mud pits are described as no deeper than waist level. The event is noncompetitive and does not focus on timing. Costumes are allowed and the event is family friendly with rules for children.

A pre-party offers music, a DJ, dancing, and photo opportunities before participants start the course. An after-party at the finish area includes on-stage music, dancing, food trucks, and beer. Spectators are welcome; parking fees apply to all vehicles.

Registration is offered in multiple tiers. The value registration lists a race bib, finisher medal, post-race party access, and access to mud pits. A VIP registration lists VIP check-in and items such as a tour T-shirt, towel, drawstring bag, sunglasses, a VIP tattoo, and a silicone wristband.

Logistics include packet pick up on September 11 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Everett A. Cummings Center, 6130 E Mt Morris Rd, Mt Morris, MI 48458. Race day packet pick up may incur a $5 cash fee per packet. Venue parking may collect a cash parking charge up to $20.

The event operates a Buy One & Give One program that donates a free registration for each paid registration. Some partner organizations named for donations include Save the Children, UNICEF USA, Feeding America, No Kid Hungry, Make A Wish, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
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