Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk

Event Overview

Please join us for the Race for Glory 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk taking place on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, at Buckeye Woods Park.

Event Organization

• Director: Thomas Schmidt (race director)
• Board Members: Race board members from The Society, Medina County Special Olympics, Ohio, Integrated Community Solutions, and the Knights of Columbus Council #4168.

Registration Information

• Online Registration: Participants can register online at this website.
• Mail-in Registration: Mail-in the paper registration form which is also included in the tab on this website.

Event Schedule

• Packet Pick-Up: Race Day Packet Pick-Up and Registration begins at 8:00am.
• 5K Start Time: The 5K begins at 9:00am.
• 1-Mile Walk Start Time: The 1-Mile Walk begins immediately following the 5K start.

Timing and Awards

• Chip Timing: Both races are professionally chip-timed by GCXC Racing - Youngstown.
• Awards: Awards presented to the top 5K male and female runners overall.
• Age Categories: Top three 5K male and female runners in the following age categories: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Up.