Blitzen the Dotte
Updated
Saturday, November 21, 2026, first start 8:30 AM, in Wyandotte (1 Pine Street). Distances: 5K. Entry from $45; the 5K goes from $45 to $48 after November 20.
Course and race notes
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.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, November 21
2026 · in 14 days
Start time
8:30 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$45
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Fri Nov 20 (in 13 days)
Registration
Closing soon
Online signup closes Sat Nov 21 (in 14 days)
Opened Aug 31, 2026
Race day in Wyandotte
Weather
46° / 31°F
Typical high and low for November 21, with a 36% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Dearborn, MI (9.6 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:29 AM – 5:07 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
- Wyandotte Parking Lot 6 · free0.2 mi
- Wyandotte Parking Lot 7 · free0.2 mi
- Wyandotte Parking Lot 5 · free0.3 mi
31 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi.
Places to eat
- Latitudes restaurantunder 0.1 mi
- McDonald's quick bite0.1 mi
- Taco Bell quick bite0.1 mi
- Big Boy restaurant0.2 mi
31 places to eat within 0.6 mi.
Nearest public restroom: 0.6 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Nov 20
Where to stay
4 within 3 mi18 within 5 mi
Motel
Hotel 1 of 5: Almar Motel
About 8 min drive2.6 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 2 of 5: Hollywood Motel
About 8 min drive2.7 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 3 of 5: Suburban 53 Motel
About 8 min drive2.7 mi from the start
Motel
Hotel 4 of 5: London Motel
About 8 min drive2.8 mi from the start
Hotel
Hotel 5 of 5: Holiday Inn Express
About 11 min drive3.8 mi from the start
Hotels on the map
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