Run the 313 5K

 

Come Race the 313!

Get ready to lace up and celebrate everything that makes Southeast Michigan’s running scene unforgettable! Run the 313 5K isn’t just a race—it’s a full community experience, hosted in Detroit’s Palmer Park by Trivium Racing and WeRun313. This fast, flat, USATF-certified course is built for everyone: Seasoned runners chasing a PR, first-timers stepping up to the start line, families with strollers, and kids soaking up the race-day magic.

And the celebration doesn’t end when you cross the finish line. Stick around and enjoy the post-race hype—music, community vibes, recovery and cool-down opportunities, and all the energy you’ve come to expect from WeRun313 and Trivium’s biggest Detroit event of the year. Plus: custom race swag, great awards, and plenty of reasons to hang out with your people.

Don’t miss out on one of Detroit’s most uplifting race-day traditions. Let’s make 2026 the best year yet!

 

 

Run the 313 5K is the 4th race in the 6-race Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series!

Register for six great Trivium Racing races at once!  Race in-person or virtually, earn your medals, and at the end of the year your six medals combine to form one giant Mega Medal!  Save BIG on your 2026 racing by registering for the series.  Races include:

• Prove It 5K & 10K:  April 18
• Trenton Summerfest Half Marathon, 8K, & 5K:  June 27
• Dearborn Decades 5K:  August 9
• Run the 313 5K:  August 22
• Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K:  September 27
• Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Miler:  November 27

This 5K race is the best of both worlds.  It's fast and flat with a total elevation change of only 23 ft and it's USATF-certified.   If you're looking to run a personal best, this is a great course for you.  It also promises to be a fun, friendly, community race filled with loads of support and 313 spirit!  First time racing?  First ever 5k?  We got you!  Come on out and help us celebrate one of the best running communities around!

 

Check out the 5K course map on Strava. You can view the course and elevation, as well as download a GPX file from this link to use with your running watch. 

 

7:00 am - 8:15 am - Packet Pick Up & Race Day Registration 
8:30 am - 5K Race Start Time
9:35 am -  Awards  
9:40 am - Course Closes

 

Overall & Age Group Course Record Holders

 

Michigan

Mega Medal Series

Prove It 5K/10K:  April 18, 2026 at the GM Milford Proving Ground in Milford, Michigan

Trenton Summerfest Half Marthon, 8K, & 5K:  June 27, 2026 at Elizabeth Park in Trenton, Michigan

Dearborn Decades 5K:  August 9, 2026 at Ford Field Park in Dearborn, Michigan

Run the 313 5K:  August 22, 2026 at Palmer Park in Detroit, Michigan

Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K:  September 27, 2026 at Atwater Brewery in Detroit, Michigan

Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Mile:  November 27, 2026 at Proud Lake Rec Area in Commerce Township, Michigan

 

Trail

Winter Trail Fest (WTF) East Half Marathon & 5 Mile:  February 14, 2026 at Island Lake Rec Area in Brighton, Michigan

Winter Trail Fest (WTF) West Half Marathon & 5 Mile:  February 21, 2026 at Yankee Springs Rec Area in Middleville, Michigan

Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Morning & Evening Half Marathon & 10K:  April 11, 2026 at Proud Lake Rec Area in Commerce Township, Michigan

Summer Trail Fest Ultra (STFU) 50 Mile, 50K, Half Marathon, & 5 Mile:  June 13, 2026 Sleepy Hollow Rec Area in Laingsburg, Michigan

Moonlight Bootlegger 5k:  May 9, 2026 at Maybury State Park in Northville, Michigan

Wolverine State 100 100M, 100K, 100M Relay, & 50K:  October 10-11, 2026 from Petoskey to Alpena in Northern Michigan

 

Road

Thumb Coast Ultra & Relay 50M, 50K, & 50M Relay:  April 25, 2026 from Harbor Beach to Caseville in Michigan's Thumb

Rock CF Thumb Coast Marathon, Half Marathon, & 5K:  November 8, 2026 from Caseville to Port Austin in Michigan's Thumb

 

North Carolina

Road Mega Medal Series

Only Fools Run Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K:  March 28, 2026 at Jaycee Park in Greensboro, North Carolina

Pig Pounder Brewery 5K:  April 12, 2026 at the Pig Pounder Brewery in Greensboro, North Carolina

Elm Street Run Festival:  May 9, 2026 at LeBauer Park in downtown Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro Distilling Speakeasy 5k:  June 13, 2026 at Greensboro Distilling Co. and SouthEnd Brewing in Greensboro, North Carolina

Greensboro Half Marathon, 5K, & 1 Mile:  November 21, 2026 starting at Battleground Ave in Greensboro, North Carolina

 

Trail Mega Medal Series

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot Half Marathon & 5 Mile:  January 17, 2026 at Northeast Park in Gibsonville, North Carolina

Northern Trails 17 Mile, 10 Mile & 5 Mile:  March 7, 2026 at Northern Guilford High School in Greensboro, North Carolina

Owls Roost Rumble Half Marathon & 4 Mile:  April 25, 2026 at Bur-Mil Park in Greensboro, North Carolina

Triple Lakes Trail Race 40 Mile, Marathon, & Half Marathon: October 24, 2026 at Bur-Mil Park in Greensboro, North Carolina

Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon and 7.5 Miler: November 27, 2026 at Snow Camp, North Carolina

 

Multisport Mega Medal Series

Belews Lake Sprint Triathlon & Duathlon: April 18, 2026 at Belews Lake Marina in Stokesdale, North Carolina

Big Mack Sprint Triathlon:  June 20th, 2026 at Lake Cammack in Burlington, North Carolina

High Point Sprint Triathlon:  August 8, 2026 at Oak Hollow Marina in High Point, North Carolina

Belews Lake Olympic Triathlon & Duathlon:  September 12, 2026 at Belews Lake Marina in Stokesdale, North Carolina

Nat Greene's Revenge Triathlon & Duathlon: October 3, 2026 at Lake Brandt Marina in Greensboro, North Carolina

 

Multisport

Northeast Park Duathlon:  February 28, 2026 at Northeast Park in Gibsonville, North Carolina

 

Trail

Groundhog’s Lap Race: January 31, 2026 at Haw River State Park, North Carolina

Moonlight Bootlegger 5K:  May 2, 2026 at Hagan Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina

Carpe Diem Carpe Noctem Morning & Evening Half Marathon & 10K:  September 12, 2026 at Hagan-Stone Park in Pleasant Garden, North Carolina

Pilot Mountain to Hanging Rock Ultra & Relay:  September 19, 2026 in Danbury, North Carolina

 

Road

Running of the Lights:  January 1st at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, North Carolina

Blackbeard's Revenge 100 Ultra & Relay 100M, 100K, & 100M Relay:  March 21-22, 2026 in the Outer Banks in Corolla, North Carolina

 

Pennsylvania

End of the Road Half Marathon & One Tunnel 4 Mile:  October 24-25, 2026 on the old Pennsylvania Turnpike in Waterfall, Pennsylvania

 

West Virginia

Highball to Thurmond Ultra & Relay 50M, 50K, & 50M Relay:  May 17, 2026 in New River Gorge National Park, running from Montgomery to Thurmond, West Virginia

Check out our comprehensive Athlete Guide here!  An updated version for 2026 will be released soon.  If you have any questions, please email us at info@triviumracing.com.

 

Updated: 11/25/2025 (HG)

 

Chariot racing for people with disabilities often refers to adapted carriage driving or therapeutic carriage driving, where individuals with mobility limitations can participate in the sport using specialized equipment and support.  Teams of two or more participate with one athlete riding in the adaptive chariot, while one or other able bodied athletes push the chariot.

 

To sign up as a Chariot Runner, please register here.

To sign someone up as a Chariot Rider, please register here.

 

Note, each runner and rider should sign up separately to receive a shirt and a medal.  Trivium is not responsible for pairing runners and riders.  Contact Cathi at cathi@triviumracing.com with any questions.

 

 

This year’s Run the 313 5K isn’t just about chasing fast times on a flat Detroit course—it’s also about following the stories unfolding at the front of the pack. After the showdown at Dearborn Decades 5K, where Daniel Garza, Joseph X, Thomas Trala, and Malik Jordan brought both competition and camaraderie to the race, excitement is building again. What makes this group stand out isn’t only their talent, but their kindness, humility, and the joy they bring to racing. They’ve turned local road races into something bigger: a story worth following, one finish line at a time.

At Dearborn, the buzz was electric. Daniel stormed home with a new course record, Malik came in second, and Joseph edged Thomas after a dramatic final turn. It was the kind of race that had spectators leaning over the fence and cheering louder with every stride. These weren’t just results—they were moments that pulled the whole community in.

But those finish times are only part of the story. Behind every surge and sprint are the personal journeys fueling them. Ahead of Saturday, we caught up with Daniel, Thomas, and Joseph to hear how they got here and why this summer’s races have meant so much.

Daniel Garza is chasing a bold challenge in 2025: 25 5Ks in a single year. Run the 313 will be number 16 on his list. Known for his consistency and ambitious goals—last year’s quest was every 5K under 17 minutes—he’s become one of the names to watch at the front. This year’s Run the 313 will mark his return after winning the event in 2024, and he’s ready to test himself again.

Thomas Trala came to running later in life, starting in 2020 as a way to explore his new neighborhood. It wasn’t long before he built the chops to toe serious start lines—progressing from his first Detroit Half to qualifying for Boston at Bayshore, and now taking on world majors like Chicago. This season, he’s made the Trivium Series part of his calendar, chasing tough competition and proving he belongs in the conversation. Outside of racing, he balances training with a career as an HRIS Manager, often waking at 3:30 AM to put in the work. On the mornings when it feels impossible, what keeps him going are the people who tell him he inspires them. Knowing his story can light the way for someone else is what pushes him to lace up again and again.

Joseph X shares the story from inside the race. At Prove It, he remembers chasing Daniel off the line, with Thomas right there too, and realizing he was running against two of the best. “Racing against Daniel feels like racing against time itself,” Joseph said. “And Thomas has been a wealth of encouragement since the day we met.” At Trenton Summerfest, Daniel won the 5K, Malik (Joseph’s teammate through Machine Athletics and now a new dad) claimed the 8K, and Thomas took third in the Half. By the time Dearborn rolled around, Joseph knew the competition was only heating up. “Daniel set the tone up front, Malik right behind, and there we were—the three of us fighting for placement. Down the final stretch, Thomas and I were stride for stride until he overshot the last turn, handing me third overall by a whisper. That race proved what I already knew: this competition is far from over.”

Now the road leads to Run the 313. Malik will be sitting this one out, but Daniel, Thomas, and Joseph are all set to line up in Palmer Park. The race is sure to deliver another chapter in one of the most exciting storylines in Michigan road running this season. And with the Sydney Marathon on deck for Thomas, Joseph, and their WeRun313 crew, the story is still being written—one that reminds us what running at its best really is: competition, friendship, and the inspiration we find in each other.

 

If your team has 10+ members registered two weeks before race day, you’ll enjoy:

• A team tent set up by Trivium, featuring a banner with your club's name/logo
• Your registration packets, ready at the tent (skip packet pickup lines)
  •  In order for your race packet (shirt, bib, etc.) to be pulled and available at your club tent, you must be registered as part of the club by the Monday before the race at 11:59 pm EST.
• Food, drinks, and goodies waiting for your team.

Check the Groups/Teams tab and see how many people your team currently has registered!  Questions about Club Benefits? Reach out to Megan at megan@triviumracing.com.

 

Dearborn Decades Club Competition

• All clubs, regardless of size, are part of the club competition.
• Awards go to the winning club
• All finishes count toward the 2026 Trivium Club Cup Competition

How Club Scoring Works at Dearborn Decades

• All finishers earn 1 point just for completing the race, so the more runners your team brings, the more you score.
• Age group placement earns additional points, with top finishers scoring up to 20 points (1st place) and down to 2 points (for 16th–20th).
• Overall podium winners (1st, 2nd, 3rd) earn double their age group points—for example, an overall 7.5 Mile winner scores 41 points!
• Volunteers are a huge part of race day too, earning 5 points each for their club.

2026 Trivium Racing Club Competition

• All clubs who compete also earn points toward the Overall, 2026 Trivium Club Competition
• The Overall season winner will be treated to a club party and receive the club cup to proudly display for the next year!
• Points will start at 500 for first place and decrease by 50 points for each placement. (1st = 500, 2nd = 450, 3rd = 400, etc.)
• Clubs placing 11 – 20 will receive 25 points.
• Club placing 21 and up will receive 10 points.

 

Check out the full club cup schedule and how points are earned here:  https://triviumracing.com/southeast-michigan-club-and-corporate-championship/.

 

Club Program

Love racing with your club/team with Trivium Racing?  Check out our Club Program!  Clubs receive a 10% discount code, a free race entry to raffle at run group, and can potentially partner to do more fun stuff!  Complete this form to request to participate.

Event Location:

Palmer Park
910 Merrill Plaissance
Detroit, MI 48203

 

Parking Information:

Area 1: This area has about 30 parking spots but it will be closed well before the race starts and will not open until after the course is clear. It will also be used almost exclusively for volunteers and race staff. Available spots may be used by athletes.

Area 2: This area has about 20 parking spots and is a very short walk to race registration.

Area 3: This narrow lot near the training building can be used for parking and has about 25 additional spots.

Area 4: This much larger lot is .45 miles from the registration area. There is path directly from this lot to registration and the start line. It will also be the easier lot to exit from after the race. This lot contains 125+ parking spots.

Area 5: This area is BY FAR the easiest to park at and also will have some of the spots closest to registration. This is parking on Woodward. There are hundreds of spots on both sides of the street. If you are parking near the tennis course you will be extremely close to registration.

Area 6: This area is neighborhood parking south of the Start/Finish area. There is a lot of parking on these streets, especially Covington. Please be respectful of the neighbors on race day.

Area 7: We have gotten permission to park cards on the North side of Merrill Plaissance BEHIND the finish line. This is normally a no parking zone, but parallel parking during the race is being allowed. Please only pull up as far as the cones, and the no parking signs. Anyone parking here can only stay until after awards. If you are staying for yoga, or the picnic do not park here or you may find a ticket when you return.

 

Below you will find a pdf with the map and area locations identified.

Run the 313 5K offers a referral refund program. This is a fun & easy way to get your friends, teammates, family, or coworkers to sign up to race with you.  Bonus:  You get a little money back on your registration fee!

Referral Incentive

5K:  Refer 5 people who sign up to race and you get a $20 race registration refund.

Economy & Virtual:  Refer 5 people who sign up to race and you get a $10 race registration refund.

How does this work?

Share your specific referral code link that came in your original registration confirmation email.  Once you get the above-mentioned people to register using your code, you'll get your registration refund. Start sharing your link today!

You can also locate your personal referral link by clicking this link for instructions.

 

Advanced Packet Pickup:

August at We Run 313 Two Mile Tuesday or 5K/10K Thursday

 

Race Day: Saturday, August 22, 2026

• 7:00 am - 8:15 am - Packet Pick Up & Race Day Registration 
• 8:30 am - 5K Race Start Time
• 9:35 am -  Awards  
• 9:40 am - Course Closes

 

Following the awards, the finish line area will transition into a community celebration zone. Hang out and celebrate your accomplishment with music from the DJ, post-race Overall and Age Group awards, and time to connect with your Detroit running community. Chelsea will lead a post-run recovery stretch session (bring your mat!) that's accessible to all ability levels.

More race-day celebration details are coming soon—stay tuned!

 

Interested in sponsoring Run the 313 5K in 2026? Reach out to Megan at megan@triviumracing.com and join past partners like ASICS, Athletico Physical Therapy, Gazelle Sports, HydraPak, and lululemon in supporting one of the coolest races in Detroit.

 

Interested in participating as a race day vendor?  Reach out to Anneliese at anneliese@triviumracing.com.

Run the 313 5K will be chip timed by Trivium Racing.

• Awards will be given to the top 3 overall males, females and 1 non-binary finishers.
• Awards will also be given to the top 3 males and females in the following age groups in the 5K: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
• Virtual participants will not be eligible for awards.
• Awards not picked up on race day will be subject to a $10 shipping fee. Awards will only be mailed 2 weeks from the event date.

• Run your 5k at a place and time of your choosing.
• Track your time with a watch or fitness app.
• Report your time on our results page by clicking "Submit Virtual Results" at the top of the page. Results can be submitted anytime between August 1st and August 22nd. Don't forget to share your virtual race selfies too!

Shirts and finisher medals will be mailed within 10 days from the in-person event. International shipping will incur an additional fee. Contact us for a quote. 

Shirts and finisher medals will be mailed within 10 days of the in-person race day. International shipping will incur an additional fee. Contact us for a quote. Please double check that your mailing address is correct on your registration before race day.  

Any changes to virtual on or after race day will be subject a shipping charge and shirt/medal are subject to availability.

Virtual participants are not eligible for awards. 

Registration

• Custom race shirt (Shirt size is not guaranteed within 2 weeks of race day. Shirt size availability is visible when registering.)
• Finisher's medal
• Chip timing by Trivium Racing and live, online results
• Race photos
• Opportunity to win unique Overall and Age Group awards

Economy Registration

Want to enjoy a great race, but don't care about the shirt or medal?  Economy Registration includes everything listed as part of Regular Registration with the exception of the Finisher's Medal and Race Shirt.  Skip the swag and save some cash.

Virtual Registration

• Custom race shirt (Shirt size is not guaranteed within 2 weeks of race day. Shirt size availability is visible when registering.)
• Finisher's medal
  • Shirt and medal will be mailed after race day.

2026 Finisher's Medal:

Zoom in and check out all the hidden details!  Scroll to the bottom of the page for a full description.

Run the 313 5K is part of the Trivium Racing Michigan Mega Medal Series.  Medals from six 2026 races connect magnetically to form one epic Mega Medal.

The 2026 Run the 313 5K medal includes:  The Spirit of Detroit, the MacArthur Bridge (the bridge onto Belle Isle), the Palmer Park fountain, 313, Palmer Park trees, runners, and a running shoe.

5k Chariot Runner: T-Shirt

5k: T-Shirt

Virtual 5k: T-Shirt