Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Cleveland OH
Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
Event Overview
Join Project NICU for our Wishing Flower Walk & 5K!
Date
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Start Time
- Registration/Packet Pick Up: 7:00am
- Dandelion Dash: 8:15 am
- 5K Run/Walk: 8:30am
- 1 Mile Run/Walk: 9:00am
All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:15am prior to the start of the 5k run/walk.
After the race, be sure to head to the Palava Hut and check out the Hope Grows Zone with activities for the kids.
Important Note
Sorry, dogs will not be allowed at this race.
Distances
- 5K: Run/Walk
- 1 Mile: Run/Walk
Timing
- 5K: Chip Timed
- 1 Mile: Not timed
Registration
Pre-Registration until Friday, August 21 at midnight.
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 19, 2026.
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
Participants Receive
- T-shirt: A short-sleeved t-shirt
- Refreshments: Post-race refreshments
- Zoo Admission: Enjoy the Zoo all day!
- Wristband: MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION BY 9AM AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
Kids participating in the Dandelion Kids Dash will receive a cape.
Supporter Information
- Supporter Wristband: $20
- Ages: All supporters the age of 2 and over will need to purchase a $20 wristband.
- Pick Up: Collect wristbands prior to 9:00am from the registration table.
- Zoo Entry: Must enter the zoo by 11am, otherwise you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
Zoo membership does not allow for entrance into the zoo during the event. You must register as a participant or supporter for the race.
No dogs allowed please.
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com.
Race URL
For more details and to register, visit the official event page: Wishing Flower Walk & 5K.
