Organizer: Beats for a Cure is a non-profit organization that uses music to raise funds to fight various types of cancers.
Mission: The initial goal was to aid breast cancer research and support, but the mission has expanded to assist various cancers including prostate, multiple myeloma, and childhood cancer.
Beneficiary: Funds raised will go to University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children Hospital.
Support: With your support, we can help find a cure. Learn more at Beats for a Cure.
🕒 Event Schedule
Registration: 7am
Race Start: 5K & 1M at 8:30am
Awards: 9:30am
🏅 Race Divisions
Age Categories: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
🏃♂️ Race Distances
5K Run/Walk
1M Run/Walk
⏱ Timing Information
5K: Chip timing
1M: Untimed
📝 Registration Details
Location: Registration/packet pickup begins at 7am at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
Mailing Option: If mailing in, checks should be payable to "Hermes Sports and Events", due by August 10th.
Mailing Address: Hermes Sports and Events, 2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2, Cleveland, Ohio 44113.
💵 Race Fees
Pre-Registration: $45 (over 18), $35 (18 and under)
Race Day Registration: $50 (over 18), $40 (18 and under)
Virtual Run: $50
Spectator Fee: $12 - Includes access to the Zoo.
🏆 Awards
Overall Male 5K: Top 3
Overall Female 5K: Top 3
Age Category 5K: Top 3 in each category
Fundraising Awards: Top Individual and Team Fundraiser
🎁 Included with Registration
T-Shirt: An inaugural commemorative race t-shirt
Medal: Participant medal
Snack: Finisher snack
Zoo Admission: All-day access included
🌍 Virtual Run
Participation: Complete the 5K or 1M on your own, anywhere.
Submission: Submit results by September 7.
Shirt Mailing: Registered by April 12 will receive a shirt before race week.
Invitations: Invite family and friends worldwide!
🛍 Vendor Information
Inquiries: Contact Beats for a Cure at info@beatsforacure.org if interested in being a vendor.
❌ Refund Policy
No Refunds: All entries are non-refundable and cannot be transferred.
ℹ️ More Information
Contact: For more details, call Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email roadracing@hermescleveland.com.