Hug a Dragonfly 5K Run/Walk
Sat, May 30, 2026, 9:10 AM EDT
- Location
- Waterford, MI
- Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Rd., 48327
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A heartfelt 5K run/walk through scenic Hess-Hathaway Park, honoring loved ones and supporting suicide prevention and community resilience.
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
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Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseGreat for
- For a Cause
For a CauseThe Hug a Dragonfly 5K Run/Walk invites you to Hess-Hathaway Park for a meaningful event honoring David Bouvier and Nikolai Miller. This race supports Hugs from David and On a Dragonfly's Wing, two 501(c)(3) organizations dedicated to local charities and programs that foster resilience and educate on suicide prevention. Runners and walkers are welcome to enjoy the beautiful cross-country course, featuring trails, hills, and a flat finish. It's an opportunity for both seasoned racers aiming for a personal best and those seeking great exercise in a scenic setting.
What to expect
- Run or walk a beautiful cross-country course with trails, hills, and potential puddles.
- Join a supportive community honoring David Bouvier and Nikolai Miller.
- Contribute to vital suicide prevention and resilience programs.
Standout details
- Honors David Bouvier & Nikolai Miller
- Supports suicide prevention & resilience
- Beautiful cross-country course
- Hat for first 200 registrants
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Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, May 30, 9:10 AM EDT · From $22.85
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sat, May 30, 9:10 AM EDT · From $22.85
Opens Feb 25, 2026, 7:00 AM EST · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sat, May 30, 9:10 AM EDT · From $44.15
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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- 5K
Sat, May 30, 9:10 AM EDT · From $44.15
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 8, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingMixed surface, mostly flat
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The course
- Mixed
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
Race Purpose:
Hugs from David and On a Dragonfly's Wing have come together to honor both David Bouvier and Nikolai Miller, who's light left us too soon, with a 5K Run/Walk at the beautiful Hess-Hathaway Park.
Where:
Hess-Hathaway Park
825 S Williams Lake Rd, Waterford Twp, Mi 48327
When:
Race: Saturday, May 30,2026. Start time at 9 am.
Packet pick up : Pavilion at Hess-Hathaway, Saturday, May 31 from 7:30 am to 8:55 am.
Swag: The first 200 participates to sign up will receive a hat with entry.
Course Description:
Join us on the beautiful cross country course at Hess-Hathaway. This course includes trails, hills and a puddle (or two) and a flat finish. All are welcome from seasoned racers with eyes set on a PR to walkers interested in some great exercise in some great scenery.
Proceeds:
Proceeds from the event will go to both Hugs from David and On a Dragonfly's Wing to support local charities and programs that focus on creating stronger, more resilient people while educating about suicide prevention.
Both organizations are 501(c)(3) tax exempt.
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