Skip to main content
triboutique.ca - Triathlon gear with free shipping over $125 triboutique.ca - Free shipping over $125 with coupon code CANADA: Triathlon Equipment, wetsuits, Swimskins and gifts.

Little Carolina Trail Fest

Date:
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location:
River Reservation Valley Pkwy
Fairview Park, Ohio
44138
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps
Links:
runsignup.com
Tags:
10k 15k 20k 5k Run Trail Walk

We're heading south—Cleveland-style—for the Little Carolina run on June 20th! While we’re not making the trip to the real Carolinas, we are bringing the southern vibes to the Cleveland Metroparks with this fun, summer evening race.

How This Event Works

🏃‍♂️ This event features a 5K loop!.

  • During registration, participants choose which distance they want to accomplish on race day

  • At the finish line, participants will receive a finisher medal and a distance button to adhere to their ribbon to commemorate the distance they accomplished

  • Hiking, Rucking, Walking, Running, and any speed is allowed.

After the race, stick around for a lively afterparty featuring live bluegrass music and a beer garden to toast your miles.

  • The loops and start/finish will pass amongst the festivities for an atmosphere you won't want to miss

Event Timeline

  • 4:30 PM – Packet Pick-Up begins

  • 6:00 PM – Race starts, beer garden opens, and live music kicks off

  • 8:35 PM – Runners must have started final loop

  • 9:00 PM – Event concludes and sweep of course for final runners

Course Map: Little Carolina 5K Loop on Strava

Participant Swag and Perks

  • Custom finisher medal + distance pin

  • Custom race shirt

  • Opt out for some added savings

  • Chip-timed race on one of our favorite courses with some southern charm

  • Beer garden, with the first beverage on us

  • Live bluegrass music

  • And a summer evening race you do not want to miss. All paces from hikers to runners are welcome.

Fest Entry ticket

Join the festivities without setting a foot on the trail!

  • Beer garden with the first beverage on us

  • Live bluegrass music

Lace up and join us for an evening of miles, music, and good vibes!

Rain/Inclement Weather Plan: In the case of bad weather, the race will happen. We will adjust the live music as necessary, but will not be cancelling unless severe weather.

More races nearby

  • Southwest General 43rd Old Oak Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    DATE

    Saturday, April 18 , 2026

    PLACE

    Southwest General - Main Campus

    18697 Bagley Road

    Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

    The race will begin and end on the southeast side of Southwest General's Main...

    DATE

    Saturday, April 18 , 2026

    PLACE

    Southwest General - Main Campus

    18697 Bagley Road

    Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

    The race will begin and end on the southeast side of Southwest General's Main Campus. (course is on the Cleveland Metroparks’ Lake to Lake Trail). Please proceed to the southern parking lot, which is off of Old Oak Boulevard. Signage will direct you.

    START TIMES

    8:00 a.m.- Race Day Registration and Packet Pick up- Outside, in the basement of Garage D

    8:45 a.m.- Pre-race warm up outside

    9:00 a.m.- 5K (3.1- mile) run and 1 mile walk beginning at Southwest General

    10:30 a.m.- Approximate time for awards presentation

    TIMING

    5K Chip Timed

    REGISTRATION - ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES 4/18 AT 9:00AM

    5K Run (Chip Timed)

    $25 (deadline is Friday, April 10, 2026)

    $30 (April 11 through race day)

    1 Mile Walk (Non-Timed)

    $20 (deadline is Friday, April 10, 2026)

    $25 (April 11 through race day)

    All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

    Please make checks payable to: Southwest General Health Center

    Mail entries to:

    Southwest General Health Center

    Marketing Department

    18697 Bagley Rd.

    Middleburg Heights, Ohio 44130-3497

    WHAT YOU GET

    LONG SLEEVE T-shirts will be given to the first 300 entrants in the run and walk.

    FREE Refreshments for Walkers & runners following the race.

    We look forward to seeing you!

    AWARDS (5K Only)

    Top man and top woman overall and Top Three (3) in the following age categories:

    10 & Under, 11-15, 16-20, 21-25, 26-30, 31-35, 36-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55, 56-60 & 61 & Over

    MORE INFORMATION

    For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.
    8.9 km from Fairview Park
    Middleburg Heights, Ohio, 44130, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

    1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk

  • JuJu's Dino Dash [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    On June 3rd, 2024, Julian Myles Wood (3 yrs old) lost his life in an unprovoked act of violence.

    Julian's parents organized this 5K to honor his memory, celebrate his life, and give back in his name....

    On June 3rd, 2024, Julian Myles Wood (3 yrs old) lost his life in an unprovoked act of violence.

    Julian's parents organized this 5K to honor his memory, celebrate his life, and give back in his name.

    All proceeds support scholarships for students and fund initiatives that give back to the youth in our community!

    This year's race logo was designed by David Spencer @ The Mischief Factory!

    Start Times

    Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 8:00am

    FREE Kid's Dash (Ages 8 & Under): 8:45am

    5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk race start time: 9:00am

    Post race awards: Approximately 10:00am

    Distances

    5K (run or walk)

    1 Mile (run or walk)

    Timing

    5K: MyLaps BibTag chip timing

    1 Mile: Untimed

    Registration

    Race-day registration/packet pickup begins at 8:00am inside the North Olmsted football stadium (27301 Butternut Ridge Rd, North Olmsted, OH 44070)

    If you are mailing in your form, please make checks payable to "Hermes Sports and Events ". Must be received by Wednesday, April 15

    Mail to:

    Hermes Sports and Events

    2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2

    Cleveland, Ohio 44113

    Fees

    Pre-registration:

    $35

    Family Rate: Families of 3-8 people living at the same address save $5 per family member!

    Race Day Registration:

    $40

    ***The 8:45am Kid's Dash is FREE for those kids 8 & under!

    Early Packet Pickup

    Dick's Sporting Goods - Great Northern Mall (200 Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, OH 44070)

    Thursday, April 16

    4-6pm

    Awards

    Top 5 Male and Female overall runners in the 5K

    What You Get

    • A commemorative JuJu race t-shirt (guaranteed to those registered thru March 30)

    • A commemorative JuJu race bib with chip timed results for the 5K.

    • Custom JuJu dinosaur rubber bracelet (guaranteed to the first 800 to pick up)

    • Snacks and refreshments after the race

    • Raffle prizes - $1 per ticket, 6 for $5

    DRESSING LIKE A DINOSAUR IS DEFINITELY ENCOURAGED!

    More Information

    For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
    9.2 km from Fairview Park
    North Olmsted, Ohio, 44070, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

    1 Miles 3.1 Miles Run Walk

  • Treat Yo Self [runsignup.com]

    Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at 8:45 AM

    Description

    Join us for a delicious 5K race and 1 mile walk on Sunday, April 19th at Brewnuts located at 6501 Detroit Road!

    All runners receive a custom race shirt, a finisher medal, a complimentary donut from...

    Join us for a delicious 5K race and 1 mile walk on Sunday, April 19th at Brewnuts located at 6501 Detroit Road!

    All runners receive a custom race shirt, a finisher medal, a complimentary donut from Brewnuts, and chip-timed results.

    Kids participating in the b.a. Sweetie Candy Company Donut Dash will receive a complimentary donut from Brewnuts and a Donut Dash Goodie Bag.

    Start Time

    Registration/Packet Pick Up Outside of Brewnuts- 7:30am

    Donut Dash - Kids 8 & Under 8:45am

    5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am

    Participants Receive

    All 5k runners and 1 mile walkers receive a custom race shirt, second half of the Donut Series finisher medal, complimentary donut from Brewnuts and chip timed results

    Kids receive a complimentary donut from Brewnuts and a donut dash goodie bag

    Awards

    5K Awards will be given to the top 5 males and females, as well as top 5 male and female masters division (65+).

    Refunds

    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.

    You are able to transfer your entry to another person for free. This can be done at any of the packet pickups prior to race day. There will be NO transfers on race day!

    Dogs & Strollers

    We love our furry friends and our youngest future runners, but unfortunately, due to the nature of the course, dogs and strollers are prohibited!

    Thank you for your understanding, if you have any questions or concerns, please email roadracing@hermescleveland.com
    9.1 km from Fairview Park
    Cleveland, Ohio, 44102, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

    1 Miles 5k Run Walk

  • Hermes Cleveland 10 Miler [clevelandtenmiler.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Description

    Prepare to step into the legend of Northeast Ohio’s premier 10-mile road race! Since 2005, the Hermes Cleveland 10-Miler held at Edgewater Beach, has been a hallmark of spring running, blending Greek...

    Prepare to step into the legend of Northeast Ohio’s premier 10-mile road race! Since 2005, the Hermes Cleveland 10-Miler held at Edgewater Beach, has been a hallmark of spring running, blending Greek mythology with a scenic downtown Cleveland course.

    Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25, 2026 as we embark on an epic journey through the streets of downtown Cleveland. This event is your chance to test your mettle and conquer new personal goals while supporting a heroic cause: the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and Hunger Network, ensuring no one in our community goes hungry.
    8.7 km from Fairview Park
    Upper Edgewater Dr., Cleveland, Ohio, 44102, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

    4 Miles 10 Miles Run

  • Gilles-Sweet Elementary Derby Dash [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Description

    Start Time

    Registration/Packet Pickup- 7:30 a.m.

    1 Mile - 8:30 a.m.

    5K - 9:00 a.m. (Course will close at 10:00am)

    Timing

    MyLaps BibTag (5K only)

    Distance

    5K

    1 Mile

    Registration

    Pre-Registration...

    Start Time

    Registration/Packet Pickup- 7:30 a.m.

    1 Mile - 8:30 a.m.

    5K - 9:00 a.m. (Course will close at 10:00am)

    Timing

    MyLaps BibTag (5K only)

    Distance

    5K

    1 Mile

    Registration

    Pre-Registration (In-person or virtual)

    Adult - $30.00

    Kids (13 and under) - $20.00

    Families of 4 or more receive a $10 discount

    All runners registered by Friday April 17, at 3pm are guaranteed their race T-shirt. T-Shirt sizes and quantities are subject to availability after the 17th.

    Race Day

    Adult - $35.00

    Kids (13 and under) - $25.00

    All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - one form per person, please.

    Make checks payable to HERMES and mail entries to:

    Hermes Sports & Events

    2425 West 11th St., Suite #2

    Cleveland, OH 44113

    Packet Pickup

    Early packet pickup is available on:

    Friday, April 24, 3:15pm-6pm

    Gilles-Sweet (Front entrance)

    4320 W 220th, Fairview Park

    Race-day packet pickup and registration will take place inside the football stadium, by the main entrance. If weather is inclimate, we will be in the Mayer Middle School gym (21200 Campus Dr.)

    Awards

    5K awards will be given to the three overall male and female runners and the top three male and female runners in the following age groups:

    10 & Under, 11-13, 14-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

    What You Get

    Derby Dash T-Shirt (shirt guaranteed if registered by Friday, April 17 at 3pm)

    Eligible for overall and age group awards

    Post-race food and beverage

    More Information

    For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
    1.5 km from Fairview Park
    4507 W. 213th St, Fairview Park, Ohio, 44126, United States
    OpenStreetMap Google Maps

    1 Miles 3.1 Miles Run Virtual

More races nearby →
Like Wikipedia, anyone can contribute. Sign up to add your local events.