14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run/Walk Logo

14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run/Walk

Cleveland, OH

Sun, Aug 16, 2026

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When

Sunday, August 16th, 2026

Where

Cleveland Metropark Zoo, Cleveland OH

Distances

10K · 5K · 1 Mile

Typical weather

On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years

2025

6989°F

dry

2024

6983°F

dry

2023

6376°F

dry

2022

5975°F

rain

2021

6475°F

rain

2020

6381°F

rain

2019

6579°F

dry

2018

6977°F

rain

2017

6279°F

dry

2016

7081°F

rain

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About this race

14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! Race Information

  • Date: 2026-08-16
  • Location: Cleveland Metropark Zoo, Cleveland, OH
  • Event: 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run/Walk
  • URL: Race Registration

About the Event

  • Hosts: The Epilepsy Association
  • New Name: Previously known as Race the River
  • Courses: 10K and 5K courses, 1-mile fun walk/run
  • Start Time: Races will begin around 8:30AM

Registration Details

  • Online Registration: Closes at 9AM on Friday, August 14
  • Day Of Registration: Fees will increase by $5
  • Children: Kids 5 & under can participate in the 1-mile for free
  • Official Hat: Optional Outrace Epilepsy! hat for $15

Included with Registration

  • Official Outrace Epilepsy! promotional item
  • Free zoo access after the race ends
  • Chip timing for the 10K and 5K races
  • Custom top finisher medals and post-race refreshments

Race Day Timeline

  • 7:30 AM: Check-in, day-of registration, and packet pick-up opens
  • 8:30 AM: 10K starts
  • 8:30 AM: 5K starts
  • 8:45 AM: 1 Mile starts

Awards & Fundraising

  • Charity Team Fundraiser: Become a fundraiser or start a fundraising team
  • Goal Suggestion: $500 for individuals and $2,000 for teams
  • Collect Donations: Get sponsored for your run per mile
  • Contact: Reach out at (216)-579-1330 or email contact@epilepsyinfo.org

Impact of Your Participation

  • Proceeds go to the Epilepsy Association’s free local programs
  • Supports those affected by epilepsy in Northeast Ohio
  • Learn More: For more about our programs, click here.
  • Join us in raising epilepsy awareness!

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