Race Start / Finish
Village Arts Factory
General Questions
AgentOrangeAwareness5k@gmail.com
Race Location
Preservation Park
500 North Ridge Road, Canton
Press
kevin.ryan@cantonmi.gov
Agent Orange Awareness 5k Race
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5K Race Route
Race begins and ends at Preservation Park
Get In Touch With Us
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Registration
How can I register online?
Online registration is quick and easy! Just click here to visit our registration page.
How much does it cost to register?
Early-Bird Registration is just $35 per runner through August 31. Click here to register online today!
What does my registration include?
Your registration includes your race bib, official race timing provided by Running Fit, various coupons and promotional items, as well as a stunning finisher medal.
How do I purchase a race t-shirt?
Official race t-shirts and tank tops are available for purchase as part of your online registration. Click here to view the registration page and purchase your Agent Orange Awareness swag! Please note that t-shirts and tank tops are not guaranteed by race day if purchased on or after September 1st, 2026.
Sponsorships & Memorials
Can my business be a race sponsor?
Yes! We are always looking for business and community partners to join us in supporting the Agent Orange Awareness 5k. Your sponsorship will help us continue to fund operation of the Veterans Dormitory transitional housing facility at the Village Arts Factory. Interested sponsors can make their donation here.
Can I support the race even if I'm not running?
Yes! Each and every donation to the Agent Orange Awareness 5k helps us raise awareness of the lingering effects of Agent Orange on veterans their families. Please click here to make your donation online.
Can I memorialize a loved one with a race sign?
Absolutely! Individual sponsorships are just $30 and include a sign on the race course in honor or in memory of a loved one. Click here to make your donation online. You’ll be prompted to provide information on your loved one for the sign.
How many memorials can I purchase?
There is no limit to how many memorials you can purchase. Each $30 memorial donation includes a sign on the race course in honor of a loved one. Click here to make your donation online.
How can I support the race in other ways?
You can support the race by being a race day volunteer! Volunteers will assist with race day logistics, placing signage, directing runners along the route, passing out finisher medals, and managing the finish line food and water tables. To join us as a race volunteer, email Jessica at admin@partnershipforarts.org.
Race Info
How long is the race?
The race course is a standard 5k distance, or approximately 3.1 miles.
Where is the starting and finish line?
This year, the race starts and ends at Preservation Park in Cherry Hill Village. The address is 500 N. Ridge Road, Canton, MI 48187.
Will I be able to check my finish time?
Yes! Official race timing is being provided by Running Fit of Ann Arbor. We’ll have laptops on site at the finish line for easy access to view your race time.
Will there be water available during the race?
Yes, we will have a water station near the half-way mark for runners to replenish with a cup of water.
Is the course well marked?
Yes, the race course will pass through the local neighborhood of Cherry Hill Village, with ample signage, chalking, and volunteers at every turn to guide runners along the route.
Accomodations & Travel
Where should I park?
There is limited public parking available at Preservation Park. There is also a public parking lot located adjacent to Indigo Salon off of Cherry Hill Road, with a short walk up North Ridge Road to Preservation Park. You can also find additional parking in and around the surrounding neighborhood and business district.
Where are the closest hotels?
We recommend out-of-town guests look for accommodations in Canton along the Haggerty Rd corridor, including the Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites, Comfort Suites, and La Quinta Inn. There are no special discounts.
Register to Race!
Submit your registration online for just $35 per person from now through August 31. Virtual runners are also welcome to register and receive a medal.
Race Sponsors
Our Generous Sponsors
