In 6 days · Sat, Jul 4, 2026
When
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Where
29230 Wolf Rd, Bay Village OH
Distances
1 Mile
About this race
Race Overview
Cleveland's BEST Fourth of July race is back! Put on your best Red, White, and Blue and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid's run (shirt optional) or 1 mile walk so you can still get the awesome swag including a Brooks running shirt, finish line goodies, and more!
Race Day Information
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Location: 29230 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH
- Registration/Packet Pick Up: 7:00 AM at Bay High School
- 5 Miler Start: 8:30 AM
- 1 Mile Run/Walk Start: 8:40 AM
- Kids Track Dash Start: 10:00 AM
Festival Dates
- Festival Dates: July 1 through 4 at Cahoon Park
- Details: Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details
Runner Perks
- Shirt: Brooks® Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women's fit) for first 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited. Late sign-ups will receive a quality soft fit shirt with the same design (Shirt size may not be guaranteed if you register less than 2 weeks before the event).
- Finisher Medal: Custom finisher medal for all finishers.
- Timing: Chipped time for accurate results.
- Course: USATF Certified 5 Mile course.
- Goodies: Finish line goodies, including popsicles and more!
- Awards: Age Group and Overall awards.
- Discount: NEW! Discount off Curly Fries at annual Festival held at Cahoon Park.
- Photos: Runner Photos available post-race.
Kids Track Dash may pay $10 to purchase a shirt.
Kids Track Dash
The Kids' Track Dash will take place on the Track at approximately 10am starting at the inflatable arch. Please be at the track by 9:45am for instruction. This is different from the annual 1 Mile Run.
Award Categories
5 Mile Run:
- Top 1 M/F
- Top 3 in 5 Year Age Groups from 14 & Under to 80 & Over
- Top M/F Master & Grandmaster
1 Mile Run/Walk:
- Top 1 M/F 13 & Under
- Top 1 in Age Groups (7 & Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13)
Packet Pick Up
- July 1: Bay Days Fair in Bay Village from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- July 2: Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- July 3: Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Race Day: Starting at 7:00 AM at Bay High School Track (Finish Line Area)
Registration Link
For more information and registration, please visit Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash.
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