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Sunday, October 4th, 2026
2230 Lee Rd, Cleveland OH
10K · 5K · 1 Mile
55–70°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
59–83°F
dry
2024
54–72°F
dry
2023
62–82°F
dry
2022
44–61°F
dry
2021
64–73°F
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2020
50–62°F
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2019
49–62°F
dry
2018
52–74°F
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2017
65–78°F
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2016
56–73°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
It's back! The City of Cleveland Heights and its merchants invite you to the 9th annual Happy 10k, 5k &: 1 Mile Fun Run. This chip-timed road running event will take you through the best of Cleveland Heights, including the Lee Road and Coventry merchant districts. Flat and fast with plenty of crowd support along the way, proceeds for the event go to support the Cleveland Heights Youth Scholarship Fund.
Participation Details
- Open to All Ages: This run is open to all ages and abilities.
- Competitive Timing: A chip-timed race is available for competitive runners.
- Costume Contest: Dress up for your run, and you'll automatically be entered into the happiest costume contest around.
- Pets and Strollers: Happy dogs on leashes and strollers are welcome, too!
Early Packet Pick Up
Saturday, October 3rd
- Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Wine Spot*
- Note: You may also pick up race morning.
Sunday Race Day Schedule
Sunday, October 4th
- 8:00 AM: Race Day Pick Up and Registration Begins
- 9:15 AM: 1 Mile Fun Run Begins
- 10:00 AM: 5k &: 10k begins
- Awards: To follow! Planning around 10:50 AM
Your 10k, 5k &: 1 Mile Includes:
- Happiest Finisher Medal: To all runners
- Race Bib: Happy Race Bib!
- Beverage Ticket: 1 beverage ticket
- Photos: Race photos
- Chip Timing: Chip timed race and awards
Finishing Statement
Come for the RUN &: stay for the FUN!
Course Map
Course Map: LINK TO COURSE
Awards and Prizes
- Top Finishers Awards: Top 3 Male and Female
- Age Group Awards: Top 3 Age Group 10 and Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 &: Over
Event Location
2230 Lee Rd, Cleveland, OH
Race Registration
For more information and to register, visit: Cleveland Heights Happy Run.
Course map
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