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Oral Cancer Awareness Michigan 5K at Kensington Metropark in Milford

September 09, 2023 - September 09, 2023 @ 9:00 am

Photo credit: iStock/AzmanJaka

Location

Kensignton Metropark

4570 Huron River Pkwy.

Milford, MI 48380

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Description

Enjoy this annual race for Oral Cancer Awareness along the trails at Kensington Metropark. The first 100 will receive a gift bag on race day. Registration required.

Event cost: $35/runner, $25/walker, free/oral cancer survivor, $15/virtual supporter

Event time: 9 a.m. Sept. 9, 2023

Additional Information

Website: https://www.raceentry.com/oral-cancer-awareness-michigan-5k/race-information?affiliate=7c28459054a715e79cc5bc7d4cf7f16363470bc7

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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