The Escape to Belle Isle, held annually on Belle Isle in Detroit, Michigan, is a lively and charitable summer road-racing event supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Detroit. On race day—typically in mid‑July—participants can choose from a 2‑mile run, a 5 km, a 10 km, or the Kid’s Fun Run (~400 yards), all starting around 8:30 AM with the children’s race following around 10 AM. The flat, scenic course begins and ends at the Belle Isle Casino, welcomes strollers and dogs, and includes finisher medals and T‑shirts for all entrants. This family‑centric festival provides a vibrant outdoor experience, post‑race snacks or food, and the chance to run with a purpose—directly benefiting families of hospitalized children in the Metro Detroit area.
Races
10 km
5 km
2 miles
Race Date:
19 July, 2025
The Escape to Belle Isle 10K is a certified 6.2-mile road race held each July on scenic Belle Isle, starting and finishing at the iconic Belle Isle Casino in Detroit. Part of the Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit fundraiser, it features early-morning chip timing, finisher medals and shirts for all participants, and is stroller- and pet-friendly, with a 1.5‑hour course limit.
Race Date:
19 July, 2025
The Escape to Belle Isle 5K is a certified 5 km road race held each July on Detroit’s scenic Belle Isle, starting and finishing at the Belle Isle Casino. Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit, it features early-morning chip timing, finisher medals and shirts for all, and welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs in a community‑focused event.
Race Date:
19 July, 2025
The Escape to Belle Isle 2-Mile is a family- and pet-friendly road race held each July 19 on Detroit’s scenic Belle Isle, featuring a certified 2 mi course starting and finishing at the Belle Isle Casino. As part of the event benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit, participants enjoy chip timing, free parking, a finisher shirt and medal, and the opportunity to run or walk with strollers and dogs, fostering a fun, community-driven atmosphere.
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FAQs
What is the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
How long is the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
Where does the Escape to Belle Isle 10k take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
How can I prepare for the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
The Escape to Belle Isle 10K is a certified 6.2-mile road race held each July on scenic Belle Isle, starting and finishing at the iconic Belle Isle Casino in Detroit. Part of the Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit fundraiser, it features early-morning chip timing, finisher medals and shirts for all participants, and is stroller- and pet-friendly, with a 1.5‑hour course limit.
The Escape to Belle Isle 10k is 10km long.
The Escape to Belle Isle 10k takes place in Detroit, Michigan, United State of America.
Runna classifies the Escape to Belle Isle 10k elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
The Escape to Belle Isle 10K is a certified 6.2-mile road race held each July on scenic Belle Isle, starting and finishing at the iconic Belle Isle Casino in Detroit. Part of the Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit fundraiser, it features early-morning chip timing, finisher medals and shirts for all participants, and is stroller- and pet-friendly, with a 1.5‑hour course limit.
How long is the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
The Escape to Belle Isle 10k is 10km long.
Where does the Escape to Belle Isle 10k take place?
The Escape to Belle Isle 10k takes place in Detroit, Michigan, United State of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
Runna classifies the Escape to Belle Isle 10k elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Escape to Belle Isle 10k?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
How long is the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
Where does the Escape to Belle Isle 5k take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
How can I prepare for the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
The Escape to Belle Isle 5K is a certified 5 km road race held each July on Detroit’s scenic Belle Isle, starting and finishing at the Belle Isle Casino. Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit, it features early-morning chip timing, finisher medals and shirts for all, and welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs in a community‑focused event.
The Escape to Belle Isle 5k is 5km long.
The Escape to Belle Isle 5k takes place in Detroit, Michigan, United State of America.
Runna classifies the Escape to Belle Isle 5k elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
The Escape to Belle Isle 5K is a certified 5 km road race held each July on Detroit’s scenic Belle Isle, starting and finishing at the Belle Isle Casino. Supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit, it features early-morning chip timing, finisher medals and shirts for all, and welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs in a community‑focused event.
How long is the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
The Escape to Belle Isle 5k is 5km long.
Where does the Escape to Belle Isle 5k take place?
The Escape to Belle Isle 5k takes place in Detroit, Michigan, United State of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
Runna classifies the Escape to Belle Isle 5k elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Escape to Belle Isle 5k?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
How long is the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
Where does the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
The Escape to Belle Isle 2-Mile is a family- and pet-friendly road race held each July 19 on Detroit’s scenic Belle Isle, featuring a certified 2 mi course starting and finishing at the Belle Isle Casino. As part of the event benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit, participants enjoy chip timing, free parking, a finisher shirt and medal, and the opportunity to run or walk with strollers and dogs, fostering a fun, community-driven atmosphere.
The Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile is 3km long.
The Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile takes place in Detroit, Michigan, United State of America.
Runna classifies the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
The Escape to Belle Isle 2-Mile is a family- and pet-friendly road race held each July 19 on Detroit’s scenic Belle Isle, featuring a certified 2 mi course starting and finishing at the Belle Isle Casino. As part of the event benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Detroit, participants enjoy chip timing, free parking, a finisher shirt and medal, and the opportunity to run or walk with strollers and dogs, fostering a fun, community-driven atmosphere.
How long is the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
The Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile is 3km long.
Where does the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile take place?
The Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile takes place in Detroit, Michigan, United State of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
Runna classifies the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Escape to Belle Isle 2 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Dog Friendly
Kid friendly
Park
Fun Run
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