Start and Finish at Atwater Brewery!
Experience one of Detroit’s favorite fall running traditions at Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K on September 27, 2026. Run scenic miles along the Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Isle, then finish at Atwater Brewery with beer, friends, and the running community.
Whether you’re chasing a PR in the USATF-certified 10 Mile, running your first Detroit 5K, or walking with friends, Growler Gallop offers a welcoming, high-energy race experience for everyone.
Registration includes chip timing, race-day photos, a finisher medal, post-race beer (21+), and the iconic participant hoodie. Don’t miss this Detroit tradition.
Race Info Atwater Detroit
10 Mile - Economy Package
5k - Economy Package
10 Mile- Chariot Runner
5k- Chariot Runner
10 Mile- Chariot Rider
5k- Chariot Rider
Participant Hoodie
2026 design coming soon!
Finisher's Medal
Growler Gallop Atwater Awards
The top 3 Overall Male and Female finishers in the 10 Miler distance will win cash prizes of $150, $100, & $75, respectively.
Age Group awards include growler and howlers filled with Atwater's finest beer! (21+).
Growler awards are filled after race day.
What's Included in Registration?
Registration Includes: Growler Gallop hoodie*, finisher's medal, two beer tickets for Atwater craft beer, post-race food, race day photos, the opportunity to win awards (kegs, growlers/howlers, and cash prizes), and more! There is also an Economy Package where you can skip the race swag and save some cash.
*Register by Aug. 30, 2026 to guarantee hoodie size.
Learn More About What's Included
Schedule of Events
Early Packet Pickup
Saturday, September 26, 2026
2:00-6:00 pm: Registration and packet pickup at Atwater Brewery.
Race Day
Sunday, September 27, 2026
- 1:30-3:40 pm: Registration and packet pickup at Atwater Brewery
- 3:55 pm: 10 Mile Chariot Division start
- 4:00 pm: 10 Mile start
- 4:10 pm: 5K Chariot Division start
- 4:15 pm: 5K start
- 6:00 pm: Awards for 10 Mile and 5K
- 6:30 pm: Course closes
Athlete Guide
For all important race weekend information (parking, the complete schedule, course details, and more), checkout the Athlete Guide!
Updated 2026 Athlete Guide coming soon.
Athlete Guide
