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Walk to Cure Arthritis is the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide signature event that unites communities across the country to put an end to arthritis. We aren't just helping the millions of people with arthritis to live better; we're charting the course to a cure.

Join us as we celebrate Arthritis Warriors and the Metro Detroit arthritis community. Enjoy a morning full of hope - with family friendly activities, kid's zone, Live Yes! Arthritis Network showcase with tools & resources and much more! This event is complimentary and all are welcome!

Event Location

Lake St. Clair Metropark (Metro Beach)
31300 Metro Parkway
Harrison Twp, MI 48045

Parking: The map provides directions within the park to the Thomas Welsh Activity Center where the event will take place. The parking lot is adjacent to the Thomas Welch Activity Center, and we will have volunteers available to assist with directions and waking support.

METROPARK ENTRY
All registered participants will be provided, by email, a Park Pass to print and give the park entry attendant (digital copies will not be accepted), that will cover the cost of vehicle entry to Lake St. Clair Metropark on 5/6, if needed. Only one park pass should be provided per vehicle, even if multiple participants are driving together. If your vehicle already has a metropark pass - you do not need this Park Pass, however, if you do not have a metropark pass already, on 5/6, the daily park entrance fee will be paid for registered participants vehicles by printing and providing the Park Pass to the park entry attendant upon your arrival. You must provide this attachment to have your park entry paid on your behalf. Print Parking Pass

 

Early Registration Goodie Bag / T-shirt Pick-up

Infusion Associates in Clinton Twp will be hosting 2 Walk to Cure Arthritis kick-offs. Pick up your event t-shirts and registration goodie bags before the walk! Visit us on: Thursday, May 4 from 3:30 - 5;00 p.m. or Friday, May 5 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Event Schedule

Saturday, May 6, 2023

  • 8:00 a.m. - Onsite in-person registration will be available
  • 9:00 a.m. - Event Start with Emcee: 99.5 WYCD's Sarah Thomas 
    • Rockwall
    • Inflatable obstacle course
    • Bounce House
    • Airbrush face painting
    • Music from 99.5 WYCD
    • PAWs for Arthritis Tent
    • Education Stations
    • Sponsor Exhibits
    • Snacks
  • 10:30 a.m. - Walk Starts
    • Walk or Run (as long as you want)
    • Paved path will be marked for 1/2 mile, 1 mile, and 5K
  • 12:00 p.m. - Event Ends - Indoor and outdoor activities conclude you are welcome to stay to enjoy the park, at no charge, for the remainder of the day

Registration 
Registration is free. Everyone attending the event, should register in advance at: WalkToCureArthritis.org/Detroit. It's not too late, but hurry! Register and bring your family, friends, kids, work associates, neighbors and furry companions - there will be fun for everyone! (Just make sure everyone is registered, please.)

Participant Check In
Upon arrival, please visit the Registration/Check-In Tables (will have signage and be covered by 2 tents) adjacent to the parking lot and at the entry to the Activity Center You may arrive as early as 8:00 a.m. for donation drop off, on-site registration and to collect your t-shirts and participant bags, however the event does not start, and exhibits/activites may not be ready until 9:00 a.m. 

Maps

Click to view map directions from the entry to Lake St. Clair Metropark to the Thomas Welsh Activity Center, where festivities are taking place. 

Click to view map for the general overview of some fun activities planned outside the main celebration at the Thomas Welsh Activity Center.

Thanks to our sponsor, UCB your park entry fee is covered for the day. After the event, check out some of the other fun things to do while you are there! Click to view map of Lake St. Clair Metropark. 

Race Routes: Map provides route options and distances for your Walk to Cure Arthritis. We have mapped 1/2 mile, 1 mile, 2 mile and 5K (previously certified) courses. The routes are all level and paved. All routes will have multiple rest areas and event volunteers to support as needed. We have 3 water stops plotted to help you stay hydrated along the way! Click to View Walk Route Map

Offline Donations

Checks or Money Orders can be mailed to:
Arthritis Foundation, Inc.
Attn: 2023 Walk to Cure Arthritis - Detroit, MI
C/o: {Participant Name or Team Name}
1355 Peachtree Street, Suite 600
Atlanta, GA 30309

Please include the Fundraising Donation Submission Form with all mailed in donations.

For more help or information about the 2023 Walk to Cure Arthritis - Detroit, MI, contact Danielle Pietraszewski at [email protected] or call 248-533-0411.