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Sunday, January 31st, 2027
1301 Mentor Ave, Painesville Township OH
5K
22–34°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2026
10–15°F
dry
2025
32–41°F
rain
2024
27–36°F
dry
2023
13–23°F
dry
2022
8–30°F
dry
2021
28–37°F
rain
2020
26–34°F
dry
2019
-3–8°F
dry
2018
14–41°F
dry
2017
20–35°F
rain
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About this race
Groundhog Day 5K has been Postponed to February 8th!
Groundhog Day 5K – February 8, 2026
Location: Lake County Fairgrounds, Painesville, OH
Start Time: 9:00 AM
Will the groundhog see its shadow? Either way, we’re celebrating with a fun, family‑friendly run at the Lake County Fairgrounds! Join us on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for the Groundhog Day 5K, a spirited race that kicks off the new year with community, laughter, and a dash of winter magic.
- Registration includes a finisher medal, and T-Shirt
- Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Saturday, January 31st from 11:00am-4:00pm.
- Race day packet pick-up will be 2/8/2026 at Lake County Fairgrounds starting at 8:00am - 8:45am
- The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00am.
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