09/14/2026
Join Mayor Sheffield for an afternoon of movement, wellness and community at her Inaugural Walk & Run for Wellness on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lasky Recreation Center in Detroit.
This family-friendly celebration will bring residents together for a day focused on health, fitness and fun. Whether you’re ready to run, prefer to walk at your own pace or want to enjoy the wellness activities with your family, there will be something for everyone.
Participants can choose between a 2-Mile Run or 1-Mile Walk, with both routes beginning and ending at Lasky Recreation Center.
Families with little ones are also invited to take part in the RX Kids Baby Parade at 11:30 a.m. Bring your baby, stroller and family to help kick off the celebration and celebrate Detroit’s youngest residents.
Event Schedule
11 a.m. – Wellness Celebration Opens
11:30 a.m. – RX Kids Baby Parade
12 p.m. – 2-Mile Run & 1-Mile Walk Begin
12:30–2 p.m. – Wellness Celebration Continues
2 p.m. – Event Concludes
Throughout the afternoon, residents can enjoy:
• 2-Mile Run
• 1-Mile Walk
• RX Kids Baby Parade
• Health and wellness activities
• Fitness demonstrations
• Health resources and screenings
• Yoga and HIIT workouts
• Putt-putt golf
• Bounce house
• Wellness vendors and community partners
• Food vendors and music
• Giveaways and family-friendly activities
Registration is FREE! Reserve your spot today: Mayor Sheffield’s Inaugural Walk & Run for Wellness Registration
