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
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.