Blitzen the Dotte 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Start time
- 8:30 AM start (Detroit)
- Location
- Wyandotte, Michigan
- Entry fee
- From Free · goes up to $45 on Nov 2, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Reindeer Run - Free 1/4 mile fun run for kids | Kids | Nov 21, 20268:30 AM | Free | – |
| 19th Annual Blitzen the Dotte 5K | 5K | Nov 21, 20269:00 AM | $42.50$45 after Nov 2, 2026 | – |
| 19th Annual Blitzen the Dotte 5k - Kids under 17 | 5K | Nov 21, 20269:00 AM | $17 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $45 on Nov 2, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Little Reindeer Run - Free 1/4 mile fun run for kids: Free until Nov 21.
- 19th Annual Blitzen the Dotte 5K: $42.50 until Nov 1, then $45 until Nov 20, then $48 until Nov 21.
- 19th Annual Blitzen the Dotte 5k - Kids under 17: $17 until Nov 21.
Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $42.50, entry is about 42 percent above a typical 5K in Michigan, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Michigan runs 37:01, about 11:55 a mile, based on 764 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:37 and men in 31:59.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:29 AM, and the Little Reindeer Run - Free 1/4 mile fun run for kids starts at 8:30 AM. The start sits about 590 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1 Pine Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 21 the day usually runs from 31°F at dawn to 45°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 21% of days. Cold snaps dip to 24°F and hot years reach 54°F.
Based on 85 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 1 Pine Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 590 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 21, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Blitzen the Dotte?
- Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Nov 2, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Michigan?
- At $42.50, entry is about 42 percent above a typical 5K in Michigan, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 1 Pine Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192.
From the organizers
The Wyandotte Boat Club's Annual “Blitzen the Dotte” 5K Run/Walk fundraiser to promote youth rowing programs in the Downriver area. Flat – Fast 5K course with scenic water views – great for setting PB times or an enjoyable run with friends.