location & time
5k start time: 7:00 am
10k start time: 7:45 am
15k start time: 7:45 am
Gear check opens 90 mins before start time
post-run party
A chocolate lover's oasis awaits at the post-run party! Celebrate your accomplishment with a finisher mug that includes fondue, dippables, and our very own hot chocolate, while checking out our exciting vendors and listening to great tunes!
packet pickup
Friday, April 15, 2023
10:00am - 6:00pm
Our Hot Chocolate Expo is free and open to the public. Pick up your goodie bag, experience the CHOCOLATE, check out our merchandise, and visit our exciting vendors!
More info coming soon!
parking
Public Transportation, ride sharing, and carpooling are encouraged. There are several parking lots and garages located in downtown Detroit. If you are driving, we suggest arriving over an hour before race start to provide enough time to get to William G. Milliken State Park. We recommend booking convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero via the link below to ensure you’re all set for the big day.
hotel
Pick a Hotel Planner location in close proximity to the start line. Book your stay using the link below to take advantage of our exclusive discounted rates!
photos & timing
Free high-res photos and your race time will be emailed to all participants as soon as they cross the finish line. The link below will also be updated on race day, so be sure to check back then!
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