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Walking Events Calendar near Franklin 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Franklin for 2026-2027! We've gathered 112 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
October 2026
Walkers follow a measured 5K route starting at the South Picnic Shelter in Ford Field Park in Dearborn, in a park setting suitable for all ages and skill levels. The walk runs alongside the running race and includes a family friendly post event g..
Walkers follow a marked 5k route at Kensington Metropark from the Martindale Beach Pavilion through park trails and lakeside scenery. Walkers share the course with runners.
Walkers follow the 3.1 Miles course starting and finishing on the track at The Hawk, looping through a residential subdivision and park. Strollers are allowed only for walkers or slow walkers at the back of the pack and refreshments are available..
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K run/walk routes at 23101 Hall Rd, Woodhaven MI. The competitive 5K includes an optional hill twice while the non competitive walk avoids the hill; no dogs or strollers on the hill and all registrants receive a..
Walkers can take the 3.1 Miles 5K course at Stony Creek Metro Park, starting at Eastwood Beach alongside the run. The event includes packet pickup before race day, and the park requires a vehicle pass so allow extra time for entry.
Walkers can choose 1 mile or 3 miles routes starting at Pontiac Lake Trail Equestrian Campground in White Lake, MI within the scenic Pontiac Lake Recreation Area. The event is untimed and includes a youth 1 mile option with children under..
Walkers can choose 8K, 5K or the shorter 1K fun run about 0.5 mile at Lake St Clair Metropark with start and finish at the Thomas Welch Activity Center. Packet pick up, chip timing and refreshments included; strollers and dogs welcome.
Walkers can choose 13.1 Miles, 10K, 5K or 1K routes at Maple Beach, Kensington Metro Park in Milford MI. The mostly flat course runs through wooded parkland along Kent Lake; all distances are available virtually.
Walkers can take a 3.1 Miles out and back on the paved ITC trail or a shorter 1 Mile route, both starting at the pavilion at ITC Community Sports Park near 8 Mile and Napier. Parking and restrooms on site; strollers and wagons allowed; partic..
November 2026
Walkers use the 5K out and back course at Island Lake State Recreation Area in Brighton MI on a completely paved trail with scenic fall colors. Entry requires a Michigan State Park pass and race packet pick up is at Island Lake Recreation Area.
Walkers follow a paved, mostly flat, bridge free loop of roughly 1 mile at Heritage Park in Canton, MI. Walkers may do any number of loops, start stop and resume during the 22 hour event, and use the aid station and heated bathrooms.
Walkers can choose the 3.1 Miles 5k route or the non timed 1 Miles Jingle Walk, both starting at the Northville Farmers Market at 550 W Seven Mile Rd, Northville MI. The event uses a new 2026 route and features holiday music, post race food,..
Walkers can choose the 5K or 1 Mile fun walk from the parking lot at 3290 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy. The course winds through neighborhoods and commercial areas on roads and sidewalks, with packet pickup the day before and race morning.
Walkers can use the 5 km Run/Walk course starting at Holly Recreation State Park, 8100 Grange Hall Road, Holly MI. The closed 100% paved route winds through rolling park terrain with no vehicle traffic, with packet pick up at the park and runs al..
December 2026
The event starts and finishes at Holly Middle School and includes a walking 5K (3.1 Miles) on mostly flat, well marked paved streets through downtown Holly. Roads remain open to vehicle traffic and the course crosses railroad tracks, with registr..