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SAVE THE DATE! JULY 19TH, 2026! REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 1ST!

We welcome inclusivity in our community, people of all ages and abilities - including walkers!

COMPLETE RACE INFORMATION

Proudly Sponsored by the Greystone Veterinary Hospital + Urgent Care, join us for the second annual Run for the Hills Cross Country 5K and 1-Mile Family Walk. The course will consist of grass, gravel, a short wooded trail, and occasional all-purpose paved trail opportunities. There will be entertainment during the race, plus food and drink offerings at 12 pm during our Home Days Event (Food trucks, beverages, rides, etc.). We hope to see you there!

Contact Us: Mike Gallagher ([email protected])

Race Day Info:

After Hours 5K at the zoo

What You Get:

Custom race t-shirt

Finisher Medal for all

Post race refreshments

Admission to the zoo

**Race Day Registration is online only!

Spectator Information

Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo.

Zoo membership does not allow you free entry into the zoo.

Ticket prices are to be announced. Spectators must purchase tickets on-line only at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Website (link below):

(Link Coming Soon) Admissions will be there to scan the online ticket once purchased. The box office will not be open.

Brought to you by Students Cutting Carbon Emissions, a 501c3 organization. Learn more HERE

Both the 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will begin at Chesterton Athletic Field at 10:00am. Pre-registered participants will receive a short-sleeved race t-shirt; there will also be a limited quantity of t-shirts available for those who register day-of. All 5K runners (or walkers!) will receive a race bib with a chip to keep track of their times, and the top 5 finishers will receive prizes!

Registration:

• Thru May 31st - $25

• June 1st- July 31st - $30

• Race Morning - $35

• Team Pricing - $25 per Runner

Race Details:

Race starts and ends at Chesterton Athletic Field, which is the field at the corner of N Park Blvd, Shelburne Rd, and Chesterton Rd in Shaker Heights, OH. Those who pre-registers will receive a short sleeve race t-shirt. A limited amount of race t-shirts will be available for those who register on the day of the race.

Teams:

Gather your friends and family and run together as a team! Running as a group has benefits including a discounted rate as well as a team costume contest where the best outfit will be taking home a prize!

Awards:

Awards will be given to the Top 5 Overall Runners.

The Cause:

This race is only the beginning of SCCE's journey. The proceeds from the event will be invested into Calvert Impact's Cut Carbon Note, an investment project focusing on sustainability in commercial buildings, a large source of carbon emissions worldwide. More information can be found here https://calvertimpact.org/investing/cut-carbon-note. Help us support our earth by registering for the Cut Carbon Run! Additional donations are greatly appreciated, even $15 can make a great difference!

The Organization:

SCCE (Students Cutting Carbon Emissions) is a non-profit organization founded and run by students around Greater Cleveland with goals to raise money and make impactful investments, inspire fellow young people, and connect their communities over a shared sustainable future. You can find more information about the team and their work on the website http://studentscuttingcarbon.org/ , or look them up on Instagram @scce.team

Parking:

Street parking will be available on Sherbrook Rd, Courtland Blvd, the other side of N Park Blvd, and Shelburne Rd if needed.

More Information:

For more information, please contact Hermes Sport and Events: 216-623-9933

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

REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 1ST!

What is a Triathlon? A triathlon is a continuous activity that starts with swimming, followed by a bike ride and a run. The swimming portion will be conducted in a 25-meter lap swimming pool. The bike and run will be outside. Our goal is to provide this fun physical activity for kids up to 15 years of age. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and a finisher’s gift. Awards will be given to the top three participants in each age group and the top three relay teams.

Complete Race Information

We are excited for you to join us for a 5k run and 1 mile walk to raise money and awareness for the University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital through our Foundation's Associate Board. The vision of the Associate Board is to be a highly visible and innovative volunteer organization of committed, creative and entrepreneurial young professionals who contribute to the long-term sustainability of UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital by generating awareness, involvement and development of leadership among the next generation.

Reminder: Register by Friday, August 1 to receive a t-shirt on race day.

Start Time

Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am

Kids Fun Run (100 yard dash)- 8:15am

5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk 8:30am

Distance

5K Run/Walk

1 Mile Run/Walk

Kids Fun Run - 100 yards

Timing

5K - Chip Timed

1 Mile and Kids Fun Run - not timed

Registration

Pre-Registration

Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!

Thru the end of August 12.

5k - $35

1 mile not timed - $30

Kids Fun Run - $15.00

All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 12, 2025

Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:

Hermes Sports & Events

2425 West 11th St. Suite #2

Cleveland, Ohio 44113

Race Day Registration/Packet Pick Up Begins at 7:00am

August 13 thru race day

5k timed - $40

1 mile not timed - $35

Kids Fun Run - $20.00

Participants Receive

A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo and Rainforest all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION (PRIOR TO 8:30AM) AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM

Reminder: Register before Friday, August 1 to receive a t-shirt on race day.

Supporters

Supporter Wristband - $12 cash or check (zoo membership does not allow for free entry)

All supporters the age of 2 and over will need to purchase a $12 wristband (check or cash on site race morning) and must collect their wristbands prior to 8:30am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 8:30am and you have not received your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.

Strollers are allowed but no dogs are permitted in the zoo.

Awards

5K Awards will be given to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall

REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS

Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once we’ve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next year’s race or any other race.

More Information

For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at [email protected]