Essex
Walking Events Calendar near Essex 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Essex for 2026-2027! We've gathered 30 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
August 2026
Walkers follow a 1 mile scenic route along the Detroit Riverfront from 1340 E. Atwater St alongside the event's run and line dance.
At Malden Park Visitor Centre the walkathon features a 3 km route in Sue's honour, with participants welcome to walk further. A memorial at the Visitor Centre precedes the walk and a light lunch with refreshments follows the course.
From Bert Weeks Memorial Gardens on Windsor Riverfront, walkers can join the chip timed 5km Run/Walk; kid options 1km and 200m. Refreshments and post race massages available.
Walkers and strollers can choose a 1 mile or 5K course starting at 7800 Grays Drive, Grosse Ile, alongside the running races. Events include commemorative shirts, medals, and a postrace party, and participants are encouraged to wear patriotic..
Walkers can take the 5 km route starting and finishing at Colchester Ridge Estate Winery in Harrow, Ontario, along a scenic, flat paved course on County Road 50 passing vineyards. The course is wheelchair accessible and finishes with a local vend..
Walkers can join the 3.1 Miles run walk starting at Gullen Mall on Wayne State University campus. Packet pick up at Student Success Hub, Undergraduate Library, Aug 27 and 28, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Event includes finisher medal and post race snacks..
September 2026
Walkers can take the 5K course through downtown Detroit starting at 1340 Atwater St on a city route suitable for all ages and abilities. Finish line amenities include a cup of apple cider and a small pumpkin, with walkers included alongside runne..
At Malden Park walkers can choose a 1 km loop near the Visitor Centre or join the scenic 5 km route through ponds and wooded trails, with two water stations en route.
The 5k walk at Point Pelee National Park follows park trails, includes free park entry, chip timing, post race refreshments and awards, and may have black flies and mosquitos.