Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K
About this race
Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K – Detroit’s Fall Brewery Race
Start and finish at Atwater Brewery and experience one of Detroit’s most iconic fall races—the 12th Annual Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K! This race combines the energy of downtown Detroit, the beauty of the Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Isle, and the unbeatable atmosphere of finishing at a brewery with friends, family, and the running community.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best in the USATF-certified 10 Mile, running your first Detroit 5K, or walking and pushing a stroller, Growler Gallop Atwater offers a course and celebration for everyone.
Course Details
- 10 Mile: A USATF-certified course along the Detroit Riverwalk and around Belle Isle, offering fast, scenic miles and a true Detroit running experience.
- 5K: A flat, fast course along the Riverwalk with a turnaround just before the Belle Isle Bridge. This race is walker- and stroller-friendly, making it ideal for all ages and paces.
- Virtual Option: Run from anywhere and still earn your medal, hoodie, and your fifth piece of the Trivium Mega Medal.
What You Get
All regular participants in Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K receive:
- A cozy Growler Gallop hoodie
- A custom finisher medal—part of the Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series
- A post-race beer ticket good for Atwater craft beer (21+)
- Chip timing by Trivium Racing
- Race-day photography
- Pacers for the 10 Mile, provided by Beast Pacing (TBD for 2026)
There's also an economy registration option. Skip the hoodie, medal, and beer ticket and save some cash!
Why Run Growler Gallop?
- A true Detroit fall race starting and finishing at Atwater Brewery
- Scenic courses on the Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Isle
- Cozy participant hoodie and collectible medal
- Post-race celebration with craft beer and food at Atwater Brewery
- Pacers for the 10 Mile to help you stay on track
- Cash prizes and unique growler awards
- A welcoming atmosphere for both competitive runners and first-timers
Club Perks & Community Competition
Running with a group? Clubs with 12 or more members registered two weeks from race day unlock exclusive race-day perks like a team tent in the Club Village, club-only porta potties, and packets delivered to your tent. All clubs, regardless of size, are entered into the club competition, where every finisher earns points (10 Mile finishes = double points).
Part of the Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series
Growler Gallop Atwater is the 5th race in the 6-race Trivium Michigan Mega Medal Series. Complete all six races to earn medals that connect into one massive Mega Medal.
2026 Michigan Mega Medal races include:
- Prove It 5K & 10K – April 18 - Milford, MI
- Trenton Summerfest Half Marathon, 8K, & 5K – June 27 - Trenton, MI
- Dearborn Decades 5K – August 9 - Dearborn, MI
- Run the 313 5K – August 22 - Detroit, MI
- Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K – September 27 - Detroit, MI
- Black Toenail Friday Half Marathon & 7.5 Miler – November 27 - Commerce Township, MI
Charity Partner – The Agape Project
The 2026 charity partner is The Agape Project, a local nonprofit that provides inclusive racing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Their athletes compete in specially designed racing chairs, pushed by volunteer runners, so they can experience the same excitement and triumph of crossing the finish line. Donations can be made during registration or directly to support their mission.
Register today for Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K on Sunday, September 27, 2026 and experience one of Detroit’s most beloved fall races!
Pick your distance
Running
10 Mile
5k
10 Mile - Economy Package
This option is for runners who want to race, but do not want the finisher's medal, beer tickets, or race shirt.
5k - Economy Package
This option is for runners who want to race, but do not want the finisher's medal, beer tickets, or race shirt.
5k - Virtual Race
Want to complete the whole Mega Medal, but you’re going to miss one of the races? Select the Virtual Race option and complete the race distance on your own time. Packets will be mailed.
10 Mile - Virtual Race
Want to complete the whole Mega Medal, but you’re going to miss one of the races? Select the Virtual Race option and complete the race distance on your own time. Packets will be mailed.
10 Mile- Chariot Runner
Please note this division is intended only for agape athletes running alongside or pushing the chariots.
5k- Chariot Runner
Please note this division is intended only for agape athletes running alongside or pushing the chariots.
10 Mile- Chariot Rider
Please note this division is intended only for agape athletes riding in the chariots.
5k- Chariot Rider
Please note this division is intended only for agape athletes riding in the chariots.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 12 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Detroit, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 7:25 AM and sets at 7:20 PM local time (EDT) in Detroit on September 27, 2026 — 11h 55m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — Growler Gallop Atwater 10 Mile & 5K
1,405 finishers across 6 distances · leading places in the 10 Mile
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zachary Truman | 52:58 | 5:18 /mi |
| 2 | Ryan Sleiman | 56:28 | 5:39 /mi |
| 3 | Ben Hill | 57:34 | 5:45 /mi |
| 4 | Stephen Reffitt | 58:37 | 5:52 /mi |
| 5 | Adam Maier | 1:00:53 | 6:05 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 61 Detroit events
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