Lagoon Picnic Area, Rocky River Reservation Valley Pkwy, Olmsted Falls OH
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
🏃♂️ Event Overview
We're heading south—Cleveland-style—for the Little Carolina run on June 20th! While we’re not making the trip to the real Carolinas, we are bringing the southern vibes to the Cleveland Metroparks with this fun, summer evening race.
🎉 How This Event Works
This event features a 5K loop!
- Distance Selection: During registration, participants choose which distance they want to accomplish on race day.
- Finisher Rewards: At the finish line, participants will receive a finisher medal and a distance button to adhere to their ribbon to commemorate the distance they accomplished.
- Participant Options: Hiking, Rucking, Walking, Running, and any speed is allowed.
After the race, stick around for a lively afterparty featuring live bluegrass music and a beer garden to toast your miles.
- Festivity Atmosphere: The loops and start/finish will pass amongst the festivities for an atmosphere you won't want to miss.
⏰ Event Timeline
- 4:30 PM: Packet Pick-Up begins.
- 6:00 PM: Race starts, beer garden opens, and live music kicks off.
- 8:35 PM: Runners must have started final loop.
- 9:00 PM: Event concludes and sweep of course for final runners.
Course Map: Little Carolina 5K Loop on Strava
🏅 Participant Swag and Perks
- Finisher Medal: Custom finisher medal + distance pin.
- Race Shirt: Custom race shirt.
- Opt out for some added savings.
- Race Timing: Chip-timed race on one of our favorite courses with some southern charm.
- First Beverage: Beer garden, with the first beverage on us.
- Live Music: Enjoy live bluegrass music.
- Inclusivity: And a summer evening race you do not want to miss. All paces from hikers to runners are welcome.
🎟️ Fest Entry Ticket
Join the festivities without setting a foot on the trail!
- Beer Garden: Enjoy the beer garden with the first beverage on us.
- Live Music: Experience live bluegrass music.
Lace up and join us for an evening of miles, music, and good vibes!
Rain/Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of bad weather, the race will happen. We will adjust the live music as necessary, but will not be cancelling unless severe weather.
📍 Event Location
The race will take place at Lagoon Picnic Area, Rocky River Reservation, Valley Pkwy, Olmsted Falls, OH.
🔗 More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: Little Carolina Trail Fest.
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