Detroit’s Thanksgiving-morning tradition returns with 10K, 5K, and the Mashed Potato Mile, long celebrated as the “Parade before the Parade” for its costumes and crowd energy. The 10K and Mile start at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:30 a.m.; 10K/5K start on Griswold & Fort, the Mile on Atwater behind Huntington Place, and all races finish on Atwater by the Riverwalk. Packet pickup and a free Expo run at Huntington Place Hall E on Wednesday (Nov 26, 12–7 p.m.) and again on race morning (6–8 a.m.). Strollers are allowed, while pets and bikes are not, so plan gear and pacing accordingly.
