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12 events in Cleveland, Ohio

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find trail running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

  • Little Oregon Trail Run [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Mar 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Description

    Don't waste the energy going 2,252 miles to Oregon when you can get a taste of it right in Cleveland. This 13km (8.2 mile) race is dubbed 'Little Oregon' for the single track section that features...

    Don't waste the energy going 2,252 miles to Oregon when you can get a taste of it right in Cleveland. This 13km (8.2 mile) race is dubbed 'Little Oregon' for the single track section that features rows of pine trees we naively but endearingly compare to the Northwest. Join us for the full race or sign up for the 5K option.

    The Starting Line is just south of South Mastick Picnic Area. Parking is available at South Mastick Picnic Area and a short walk to the starting line.

    🌲 About The Race and Timeline

    Race day is Saturday, March 21st! Sign up before the price jumps!

    • 7:30 AM - Packet Pick Up

    • 9:00 AM - 13k Start

    • 9:00 AM - 5k Start

    • 11:00 AM - Kid's Fun Run

    • Awards

    • Top 3 Male/Female (13K & 5K) custom mugs

    • Ruck | Hardened Steel | Competitive Division

    o Awards: This is our only award-eligible category. Prizes will be awarded to the Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers for events with over 5 of each gender or top 1 of each for less than 5.

    🌲 Packet Pick Up

    • Friday, March 20th from 3:30pm until 6:30pm @ Second Sole in Lakewood, 18636 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

    • Saturday (race day) starting at 7:30am at South Mastick Picnic Area, Cleveland Metroparks

    🌲 Swag

    • All participants will receive a fleece hoodie or fleece crew. You must register in time to secure a hoodie in time. Otherwise you will be added to re-order.

    • Chip-timed trail race

    • Age group and overall prizes (top 3 m/f and top 2 for ten year age groups)

    • Chestnut Beaverton Sticker!

    • Kid's Fun Runners will receive a sticker and a cookie.

    🌲 Course Map & Support

    5k 12k Fun Run Run Trail Walk

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44143, United States
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  • Opening Day 4 Miler [runsignup.com]

    Fri, Apr 03, 2026 at 10:00 AM

    Description

    âš¾ The Opening Day 4 miler

    Run the bases. Kick off the season. Support Tremont.

    The Opening Day 4 miler is a baseball-themed race starting in historic Tremont, produced by Run The Land to celebrate...

    âš¾ The Opening Day 4 miler

    Run the bases. Kick off the season. Support Tremont.

    The Opening Day 4 miler is a baseball-themed race starting in historic Tremont, produced by Run The Land to celebrate Cleveland baseball’s home Opening Day while benefiting the community work of Tremont West. With the spirit and excitement of Opening Day, runners will take to the Towpath Trail, run the bases at Clark Field, and cross the finish line at a festive post-race celebration hosted by Mosaic Brewing. Get your race in before the kick off to baseball season!

    Spectators are welcome at no costs to attend the event and patronize the brewery!

    Distance: 4 Miler and 2 miler

    Course Map: LINK to Course Map

    Starting Address: Mosaic Brewing Company, 2070 W 7th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

    Runner Perks:

    • At the halfway point, runners will run the bases at Clark Field Park

    Course Map:

    • Post-Race Celebration with Mosaic Brewing Company. 1st beer included

    • Ballpark Themed Post Race Snacks

    • Soft fit T Shirt. Upgrade to a long sleeve for $5

    • Awards, music, and pre-game celebration

    Race Day Timeline:

    • Registration / Arrival: 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

    • Race Start: 10:00 AM

    • Awards Ceremony: 11:00 AM

    • Post-Race Social & Block Party: Immediately following awards

    Why Run?

    A portion of the proceeds plus 100% of donations will benefit Tremont West and it is a perfect way to kick off the season in Cleveland!

    2 Miles 4 Miles Run Trail

    2070 W 7th St, Cleveland, Ohio, 44113, United States
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  • Towpath Half - Half Marathon and 5 Miler [canalwaypartners.com] [Register at runsignup.com]

    Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM

    Description

    Join us on Sunday, April 12, 2026 for the Towpath Half featuring a half marathon & 5 miler on the Towpath Trail in the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cleveland.

    April is a great time to stay...

    Join us on Sunday, April 12, 2026 for the Towpath Half featuring a half marathon & 5 miler on the Towpath Trail in the Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cleveland.

    April is a great time to stay active, challenge yourself, and reconnect with the running community and our local trail system.

    This is the first race in the 2026 Towpath Trilogy race series, our annual three-race series on different sections of the Towpath Trail in Cleveland that starts in April and ends in October.

    Virtual races are also available for those who can’t join us on the day of the race.

    The Towpath Half and all Towpath Trilogy races benefit Canalway. Your participation directly supports the programming of the Towpath Trail, the development of Canal Basin Park, and dozens of other projects within the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area, projects that make our community stronger and more vibrant.

    Register today to run the half marathon course or 5 mile course at the Towpath Half Marathon on April 12!

    5 Miles 13.1 Miles Half Marathon Run Trail Virtual

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44143, United States
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  • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Earth Day 5k Presented by CrossCountry Mortgage [runsignup.com]

    Sat, Apr 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM

    Description

    Help celebrate Earth Day with the Earth Day 5k Presented by CrossCountry Mortgage at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on April 18th! A portion of the proceeds from the race go towards supporting green...

    Help celebrate Earth Day with the Earth Day 5k Presented by CrossCountry Mortgage at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on April 18th! A portion of the proceeds from the race go towards supporting green practices and sustainability efforts at the zoo.

    This race is in the Cleveland Metroparks Race Series presented by CrossCountry Mortgage.

    Registration Info:

    Pre-registration through April 16 - $30

    April 17th thru Race Day - $35

    What You Get:

    Custom race t-shirt

    Finisher Medal for all

    Post race refreshments

    Admission to the zoo

    Race Day Info:

    Packet pick-up/Registration: 7:00AM

    5k (chip timed): 8:30AM

    1-mile: 9:00AM

    **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.

    Cleveland Metroparks Race Series Presented by CrossCountry Mortgage

    Explore a variety of trails with the Cleveland Metroparks Race Series! Encompassing runs across 3 locations, these timed run/walk events will take place at Edgewater Park, Whiskey Island and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. All events include a finisher medal, t-shirt and post-race refreshments. Sign up for all 5 now and save $35!

    2026 Series Schedule:

    • Earth Day at the Zoo - 4/18

    • After Hours 5K Experience - 7/21

    • Whiskey Island - 8/23

    • Future for Wildlife - 10/4

    • Halloween 5K - 10/24

    • Veterans Day 5K - 11/8

    • Ugly Sweater 5K - 12/6

    1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk

    3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, Ohio, 44109, United States
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  • Will Run for Tacos [runsignup.com]

    Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:15 AM

    Description

    Will Run for Tacos!

    Will Run for Tacos is a 5K and 5 Mile run/walk event that start and finish in front of The Southside. Leading runners north on W 11th St. From there runners will follow the...

    Will Run for Tacos!

    Will Run for Tacos is a 5K and 5 Mile run/walk event that start and finish in front of The Southside. Leading runners north on W 11th St. From there runners will follow the Towpath Trail and turnaround at the designated locations. From there runners will retrace their steps and finish in from of The Southside.

    Race Information

    DATE AND TIME:

    Race is on Saturday, May 2nd with the b.a. Sweetie's Kid's Taco Dash taking place @ 8:15am witht the 5 Mile and 5k run commecning shortly after @ 8:30am

    WHAT YOU GET:

    • Soft-style Taco Race T-Shirt

    • Complimentary Taco courtesy of The Southside!

    • Chip timed Tacos race bib with Live Results

    • Age group curated awards

    • Finisher Medal

    • Candy Bag from b.a. Sweetie's (Kid's Dash Only)

    LOCATION:

    The Southside, 2207 W 11th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

    Packet Pickup Information:

    Packet Pickup Begins at 7:30AM on Saturday, May 2nd at The Southside

    Early Packet Pickup will be Friday, May 1st at Hermes Sports & Events from 11am-1pm

    2425 W. 11th Street Cleveland, OH 44113

    Pricing:

    5K & 5 Mile Pricing:

    • Early Bird Pricing - Unitl April 25th - $30

    • Race Week Pricing - Through Race Morning - $35

    5k 5 Miles Run Trail Walk

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44113, United States
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