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Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile

Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile

Race Date

Aug 8, 2026

Location

Westland, MI

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location
Westland, Michigan
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Atmosphere

Great MedalGreat Post Race

The Experience

🍩 Will Run For Donuts Half Marathon, 5K & 1‑Mile Sprinkle Sprint 📅 Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026 📍 Location: Nankin Mills Recreation Area (Westland, MI) 🎽 Registration Includes: ✅ Professionally Timed Results 👕 Super Soft Donut Themed Shirt 🥇 Donut Themed Race Medal 📸 Free Race Photos 🍩 Post Race Donut from The Looney Baker! 🏁 Distances

Half Marathon 5k — “Will Run For Donuts” 1‑Mile — “Sprinkle Sprint” fun run Or run both the 5k and 1 Mile in the Donut Double!

🛎️ Packet Pickup Race Morning: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Packet pickup & bib distribution @ Nankin Mills Recreation Area Pavilion 📅 Race Schedule 8:00 AM: Half Marathon Start8:30 AM: 1 Mile Sprinkle Sprint start9:00 AM: 5k start 📝 Registration & Logistics Early‑bird registration opens late June, with discounted entry rates for both races (T‑shirt + donut included).Packet Pickup: Beginning at 7:00 AM on race day.Parking: Available at Nankin Mills Recreation Area and Nankin Mills Nature Center lotsRace timing: Chip timing for the half marathon, 5K and 1 mile. 🏆 Prizes & Awards

Half Marathon: Male/female overall champions + Top Male/Female in the following age groups: 12 and Under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+5K: Male/female overall champions + Top Male/Female in the following age groups: 12 and Under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+1‑Mile Sprinkle Sprint Sprint: Top Male/Female in the following age groups: 5 and Under, 6-8, 9-12, 13+ There will be a table out with awards near the finish line - you can pick up awards at your convenience.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

33325 Edward N Hines Dr, Westland, MI, 48185

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details0/15

limited extras

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 82°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

65°

Afternoon (High)

82°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

72%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile?

The Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile is held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile take place?

It takes place in Westland, Michigan.

What distances does the Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile course flat and good for a PR?

The Will Run for Donuts Half Marathon, 5k + 1 Mile is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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