Warrior Welcome Week: Warrior Pride 5K Run/Walk
Date and time
Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
5221 Gullen Mall Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Date and time
Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
5221 Gullen Mall Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Date and time
Thursday, August 27, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Location
5221 Gullen Mall Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
The Warrior Welcome Week: Warrior Pride 5K brings together students, faculty, staff, alumni, family, friends, and community supporters to celebrate health, wellness, and Warrior Pride.
The event encourages participants of all fitness levels to come together, move, and recharge—setting a positive, healthy tone for the new school year.
New this year, the 5K course is officially certified and professionally timed, and participants will have access to course photography to capture and share their race-day experience.
Participants are encouraged to create or join a team and add to the excitement.
Race Start Time
The 5K Run/walk will start at 5:30PM. Please plan your arrival with ample time for parking, picking up race packet (if not already picked up) and making your way to Gullen Mall for the start of the event.
Packet Pick Up
Participants are encouraged to pick up their packets early by visiting Student Success Hub, Undergraduate Library on Thursday (8/27) or Friday (8/28) between 10:00AM - 5:00PM. Make sure to have your race bib pinned on the front of your body for the run/walk!
Cost
$10 General Admission
Special rate available for current students - code from your email
Faculty and staff (WSUFACULTY or WSUSTAFF). OneCard verification required at time of packet pick up for students, faculty/staff.
Registration includes finisher medal, post-race snacks/beverages.
T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 400 registered participants. Preferred size guaranteed by August 5th.
We can't wait to welcome you back to another great year!
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