Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland OH
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Race Overview
We are excited for you to join us for a 5k run and 1 mile walk to raise money and awareness for the University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children':s Hospital through our Foundation':s Associate Board. The vision of the Associate Board is to be a highly visible and innovative volunteer organization of committed, creative and entrepreneurial young professionals who contribute to the long-term sustainability of UH Rainbow Babies &: Children':s Hospital by generating awareness, involvement and development of leadership among the next generation.
Reminder: Register by Friday, August 1 to receive a t-shirt on race day.
Event Details
Start Time:
- Registration/Packet Pick Up: 7:00am
- Kids Fun Run: 8:15am (100 yard dash)
- 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk: 8:30am
Distances
- 5K Run/Walk
- 1 Mile Run/Walk
- Kids Fun Run: 100 yards
Timing
- 5K: Chip Timed
- 1 Mile and Kids Fun Run: not timed
Registration
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
Pre-Registration:
- Thru the end of August 12:
- 5K: $35
- 1 Mile (not timed): $30
- Kids Fun Run: $15.00
Mail Entries
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 12, 2025. Make checks payable to Hermes Sports &: Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports &: Events2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Race Day Registration
Begins at 7:00am
August 13 thru race day:
- 5K (timed): $40
- 1 Mile (not timed): $35
- Kids Fun Run: $20.00
Participants Receive
A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo and Rainforest all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION (PRIOR TO 8:30AM) AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
Reminder: Register before Friday, August 1 to receive a t-shirt on race day.
Supporters
Supporter Wristband: $12 cash or check (zoo membership does not allow for free entry)
All supporters the age of 2 and over will need to purchase a $12 wristband (check or cash on site race morning) and must collect their wristbands prior to 8:30am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 8:30am and you have not received your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
Important Information
Strollers: are allowed but no dogs are permitted in the zoo.
Awards
5K Awards: will be given to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall.
Refunds and Transfers
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once we’ve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next year’s race or any other race.
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports &: Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com.
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