Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run

Start Times

Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 7:00am

5K Run: 8:00am

Distances

5K

Timing

5K: BibTag chip timing

Registration

Race-day registration begins at 7:00am

Fees

Pre-registration:

Adult: $30

Kids 13 and under: $25

Race Day Registration:

Adult: $35

Kids 13 and under: $30

Awards

Top 3 Male and Female overall

Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups:

0-10, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

What You Get

Short-sleeve cotton t-shirt (Subject to availability if registered after July 18th)

Custom finisher medal

Post-race food and drinks

Dogs are allowed but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.

Join us this August for the 32nd annual Run the Ridge 5K Run/Walk presented by the Lions Club of North Ridgeville!

This year, the event benefits pediatric cancer research.

EARLY PACKET PICKUP

Friday, August 7, 2026

• 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• North Ridgeville Academic Center - 34620 Bainbridge Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039

• Community Entry is located on the northeast corner of the building across from the North Ridgeville Fire Department on Ranger Way.

RACE MORNING

Saturday, August 8, 2026

• 7:30 a.m.- Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up

• 8:50 a.m.- Kid's Fun Run Start (400m race around the track)

• 9:00 a.m. - 5K Run and Walk Start

REGISTRATION FEES

• 5K Adults: $30 Pre-Registration, $35 Race Day

• 5K Ages 19 and Under: $25 Pre-Registration, $30 Race Day

• Kid's Fun Run: $10 Pre-registration and Race Day

All mailed pre-registered entries must be postmarked by Wednesday, August 5, 2026. A paper entry form can be found at the bottom of the page.

Please make checks payable and mail entries to: Hermes Sports and Events (2425 West 11th Street #2 Cleveland, OH 44113)

WHAT YOU GET

• Custom finisher medal

• Custom t-shirts to all registered by August 1 (subject to availability after August 1)

• Post-race food and drinks

• Live 5K chip timed results

• Awards to overall and age group winners

AWARDS

• Top Overall Male and Top Female

• Top Three Male/Female Finishers in the following age categories:

• 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

MORE INFORMATION

• Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933 and [email protected]

• Angela at [email protected]

*Dogs are allowed but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.

We toe the line every year, and going into our 34th Annual Classic at Mastick, we could not be more excited. Over $320,000 has been raised for high school seniors since our beginning in 1992. This race is open to ALL ages and abilities. Celebrate the kick-off to XC and the best season in style at the Classic at Mastick.

Packet Pick Up (Please plan for Monday or Tuesday):

• Packets must be picked up by individuals. There is no team affiliated pick up.

• Monday, August 10th from 3 to 6:30 PM at Second Sole in Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

• Tuesday, August 11th from 3 to 6:30 PM at Second Sole in Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

• Wednesday starting at 4 PM until 6:30 PM at South Mastick Picnic Area under the pavilion

Timeline for Race

• 4:00 PM Race Day Packet Pick Up Begins. Cash/Check only on race day for sign ups.

• 5:00 PM 2 Miler (all ages prior to 14)

• 6:00 PM Men's 5k

• 6:45 PM Women's 5k

• 7:45 PM Awards

Runner Perks

*Entries after August 1st may receive shirt at a later date.

• Soft-fit shirt

• AISICS giveaways

• Chip-Timed 5k race

• Overall and Age Group awards

• Pre and post race giveaways and activities

• Scholarships for participant. We are pleased to give away $10,000 to $12,000 every year to assist with post-secondary expenses

Scholarships:

To nominate participants for the Classic at Mastick Scholarship, please send a written note or email to [email protected] or Second Sole Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107, Attn: Classic at Mastick

2 Miler:

The Classic is about raising money for scholarships and celebrating the life sport of running. We strive to motivate and excite runners of all ages to lace up their shoes and go. This event will be $10 to run for young runners with the option to purchase the shirt for $15. All funds raised will go to the scholarship program. Boys and girls will run together at 5:00 PM prior to the 5k.

Confidential financial assistance available to any participant. Please contact us through the form below.

Enjoy Labor Day Weekend with the Cleveland Oktoberfest 5K Run & 1-Mile walk at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds in Berea!

All participants receive a short-sleeved race shirt, 1 free drink ticket (21 & older), age group awards, and FREE entry to the Festival after the race!

Race Day Schedule

9:30 a.m.- Race Day Registration & Packet Pick Up

11:00 a.m.- 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk Begin

Early Packet Pickup

Skip the lines race morning and grab your race packet early!

Friday, August 29

11am-1pm

Hermes Sports and Events

2425 W. 11th St.

Cleveland, OH 44113

Dogs

If you want to bring your four-legged friend to Oktoberfest, you can, but there are rules. Enforcement of these rules is at the complete discretion of ownership, and failure to obey these rules may result in you and your furry buddy being shown an early exit:

You must pick up after your dog.

Dogs must be on leashes at all times.

Owners must be able to control their dogs (A 98lb owner being towed like a water-skier behind a 250lb mastiff can present problems, even if the dog is friendly).

Dogs must be well-socialized. If your dog behaves in a threatening manner, or is otherwise perceived to present a danger to patrons or other dogs, you may be asked to leave. Given that Cleveland Oktoberfest plays host to the Wiener Dog Races, doxies may be exempt from the “threatening manner” bit, as they tend to behave in a threatening manner toward everything. If you plan on bringing a non-doxie, bear in mind that your dog will be yapped at by lots of doxies, so only bring your pup if they can remain calm in a sometimes frenzied environment. It can also get hot at Oktoberfest, so please make provisions to keep your dog cool and well-hydrated.

Dress Up & Save

Dress Up & Save: Participants who dress up in authentic German Costume will receive one (1) additional FREE admission!

PARKING INFO

Please use Gate 2, (Eastland Road entrance) for parking for the Oktoberfest 5K

MORE INFORMATION

For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.