Lakewood Summer Meltdown 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run and Walk Logo

Lakewood Summer Meltdown 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run and Walk

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Intersection of Detroit & Belle Avenues, Lakewood OH

Saturday, July 19th, 2025

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

Ready, sweat, go! Registration will open on Friday, March 21 for the 17th Annual Meltdown 5K Race and 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk, the centerpieces of LakewoodAlive’s Lakewood Summer Meltdown sponsored by Cox. The Lakewood Summer Meltdown takes place Saturday, July 19, from 4 - 10 PM on Detroit Avenue in Downtown Lakewood. The Meltdown 5K Race and the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk both serve as a fundraiser for LakewoodAlive.

🎉 Event Highlights

  • Unique Experience: The Meltdown 5K offers an evening race (7 PM start) with live music, food vendors, and a beer garden at the end of the course.
  • Scenic Route: The course provides fantastic views of Lakewood’s historic neighborhoods and the opportunity to run alongside beautiful Lake Erie.
  • Race Perks: Enjoy fast course, chip timing, official race t-shirt, and prizes for top finishers.
  • Community Spirit: This ever-popular staple of the Summer Meltdown draws hundreds of participants annually.

💰 Registration Details

  • Early Bird Savings: The first 50 signups will be discounted to $20 followed by a pre-sale rate of $30 and registration day-of $35.
  • Family Fun: The 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk precedes the Meltdown 5K at 6 PM.
  • Participant Price: 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk is priced at $15 per participant (includes a t-shirt).
  • Age Inclusivity: The Family Fun Run is intended for participants of all ages.

🏅 Join Us!

Enjoy this fun summer tradition while showing your support for LakewoodAlive: we can't wait to see you at the race! On your marks, get set, register!

🔗 Additional Information

For more information regarding Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2025, please visit LakewoodAlive.org/Meltdown.

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