Lakewood Summer Meltdown 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run and Walk

🏃‍♀️ Race Overview

Ready, sweat, go! Registration will open on Friday, March 21 for the 17th Annual Meltdown 5K Race and 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk, the centerpieces of LakewoodAlive’s Lakewood Summer Meltdown sponsored by Cox. The Lakewood Summer Meltdown takes place Saturday, July 19, from 4 - 10 PM on Detroit Avenue in Downtown Lakewood. The Meltdown 5K Race and the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk both serve as a fundraiser for LakewoodAlive.

🎉 Event Highlights

• Unique Opportunity: Participate in an evening race (7 PM start) with live music, food vendors, and a beer garden placed at the end of the course as a reward for your efforts.
• Fast Course: Experience a quick route with chip timing and official race t-shirt.
• Prizes: Compete for prizes for top finishers.
• Scenic Views: Enjoy fantastic views of Lakewood’s historic neighborhoods and run alongside beautiful Lake Erie.

💰 Registration Details

Secure your Meltdown 5K Race registration ASAP! When you buy early, you save!

• Early Bird: The first 50 signups will be discounted to $20.
• Pre-Sale Rate: After the first 50, registration is $30.
• Day-Of Registration: Registration on the day of the event costs $35.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fun Run & Walk

For Meltdown attendees—both young and old—interested in a more relaxed exercise experience, the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk precedes the Meltdown 5K at 6 PM. This crowd-pleasing event is priced at $15 per participant (includes a t-shirt) and is intended for participants of all ages.

🌞 Join the Tradition!

Enjoy this fun summer tradition while showing your support for LakewoodAlive: we can't wait to see you at the race! On your marks, get set, register!

🔗 More Information

For more information regarding Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2025, please visit LakewoodAlive.org/Meltdown.