14 running and walking events in Mentor, Ohio

Chili 5K – February 15, 2026

Location: Springbrook Gardens Park, Mentor, OH

Start Time: 10:00 AM

Warm up your winter with the spiciest run of the year! The Chili 5K combines a spirited, family-friendly race with the comfort of a hearty post-run chili feast. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just here for the chili, this event delivers a fun blend of community, energy, and delicious reward.

Cross the finish line and head straight to our chili tasting area to warm up with a hearty bowl of chili. Awards will be given for top runners and age group awards!

• Registration includes a finisher medal, T-Shirt, and Chili

• Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Saturday, February 14th from 11:00am-4:00pm.

• Race day packet pick-up will be at Springbrook Gardens Park starting at 9:00am - 9:45am

• The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 10:00am.

The Council on Aging will present Lake County’s 19th edition of March for Meals on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8 am to 10 am at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor.

March for Meals isn't just a fundraiser — it's a lifeline. With your unwavering support, we can continue delivering vital nutrition and warm smiles to Lake County’s seniors, combatting isolation among our cherished older adults with every step we take together.

The March for Meals this year will include two options – join us IN PERSON for an indoor walk at the Great Lakes Mall on Saturday, March 28th, or sign up to walk virtually wherever you are!

If you’ve been with us in the past, you know what a fun and exciting morning March for Meals will be. If you haven't experienced March For Meals, we look forward to seeing you on March 28th. Participants can join individually or as part of a walk team. In addition to camaraderie and walking for a great cause, participants will receive morning refreshments – fresh fruit, juice and breakfast bar, a goodie bag, and musical entertainment.

​A commemorative t-shirt is optional ($15). Please indicate your size during checkout.

Spring Thaw 10 Miler & 5K – March 29, 2026

Location: Veteran's Park

Choose between a challenging 10-mile distance or a shorter 5K.

The 10 mile event starts and finishes at Lake Metroparks Veterans Park and winds through local neighborhoods and the scenic Mentor Lagoons. The 5k Starts and finishes inside Veterans Park. All registered runners receive race swag, aid-station support, and a finisher medal. Awards will be given for top runners and age group awards.

Ready to run? Sign up today!

• Registration includes a finisher medal and T-Shirt

• Early Packet Pick-up takes place at Second Sole Mentor on Saturday, March 28th from 11:00-4:00pm

• Race Day Packet Pick-up will be at Veterans Park starting at 7:00am

• 10 Miler will start at 8:00am

• 5k will start at 8:15am

Big Footer 5K and Walk helps support at raise awareness for Special Olympics Lake County.

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Course Description: The 3.1 mile course is paved and runs through the Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood Campus near the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor. It includes one hill.

Persons over the age of 70 years or those in the military receive FREE registrations. Runners/walkers who dress up like Big Foot receive FREE race entries.

Entry with ID only. No bikes or rollerblades.

​Participants are given an original Big Footer T-shirt, a race packet, and a pancake breakfast. There are prizes for race day contests, such as spotting the most Big Foots or receiving a flag from Big Foot himself.

Race Categories: Male and female categories are divided by age group.

Race Packet Pick-Up:

Friday - 3:00 PM -7:00 PM at Second Sole Mentor 8791 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH

Saturday - 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM at Lake County DD Foley Fieldhouse 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio

Race Morning - 7:30 AM 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio

Race Start: 8:30 AM

Donut 5K – April 12, 2026

Location: Mentor Nissan

Start Time: 9:00 AM

WE RUN FOR DONUTS! Run like there’s a donut at the finish line… oh wait, there is! Join us for a fun, sweet, and sprinkle-filled run that celebrates your love for running and donuts. All participants receive a FINISHER MEDAL and a race shirt, plus a delicious donut waiting for you at the finish line.

You DONUT want to miss this tasty tradition, come run, laugh, and treat yourself!

• Registration includes a finisher medal, T-Shirt, and Donut

• Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Saturday, April 11th from 11:00am-4:00pm.

• Race day packet pick-up will be at Mentor Nissan starting at 8:00am - 8:45am

• The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 9:00 am.

Mentor High School would like to invite you and your team to Ohio's longest running Relay meet, the Mentor Cardinal Relays on Thursday, April 17th 2025. We would like to provide your team a great track meet experience before the holiday weekend. This year Nike and Second Sole Mentor will be providing special awards, custom meet medals, along with a Nike interactive tent and photo booth. We will also have a catered dinner for all coaches. New this year will be the girls and boys Nike Elite 5000. Field events will start at 3:00pm and running events at 3:30pm. We are striving to return this meet to its former Ohio glory by adding some new twists with new events and a new order of events. Entry fee is $300.00 for both teams or $150.00 for one gender. Cost for individuals is $50.00 without a full team. Meet limit will be 16 full teams per gender. All school contracts will be on Dragonfly. Please contact Meet Director Bill Dennison to reserve your team's spot. [email protected]

https://oh.milesplit.com/meets/636876-mentor-cardinal-relays-2025

DATE

May 3, 2026

LOCATION

Jerome T Osbourne Stadium at Mentor High School

8600 Munson Rd

START TIMES

Registration begins at 7:30am

5K & 1 Mile: 9:00 am

DISTANCE

5K (Chip Timed) & 1 Mile (Not Timed)

REGISTRATION

If you are mailing in your form, please make checks payable to "Hermes Sports and Events ". Must be received by Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Mail to:

Hermes Sports and Events

2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2

Cleveland, Ohio 44113

FEES

Early Bird Registration - Prior to April 23rd

Adults: 5K Race and 1 Mile Walk - $35

18 and Under - 5K Race and 1 Mile Walk - $25

Race Day Registration

5K Race and 1 Mile Walk - $40

18 and Under - 5K Race and 1 Mile Walk - $30

Awards

Awards will be distributed at the awards tent. Scan the QR code at the tent to see your results and you can pick up at the awards tent beginning at 9:45am. Virtual participants are not eligible for awards.

Awards presented to the top three overall male and female runners, as well as the top three male and female in the following age groups:

15 & Under, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

Top 3 Men and Women Overall will receive signed home plates PICTURE COMING SOON

Age Group Winners will receive Mentor-branded Softballs

WHAT YOU GET

T-shirt - Photo Coming Soon!

Awards to top finisher

Post race refreshments

MORE INFORMATION

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

Each year “Johnny’s Run” is conducted in the memory of Spc. John J. Kovach to benefit charities that help others in need. Johnny’s life, cut tragically short , was one marked with a zest for life and service to others. Johnny’s giving spirit lives on, through and beyond the lives he touched, with the charity raised at the event named in his honor. This is our 16th annual run and we would love it if you came out and honored Johnny and raised money for a great cause.

What Do I Get?

All participants receive a custom race bib, race shirt, and a FINISHER MEDAL!

What Do I Need to Do?

First, you need to REGISTER! This is going to be a LIVE event. There is a virtual option for those wo wish to do so.

Packet Pickup

Saturday, May 23rd - 2 pm - 5 pm at Second Sole Mentor (8791 Mentor Ave)

Race Morning - 6:30 am - 7:45 am at Mentor Fire Department Station #1

Flag Day 5K - June 10, 2026

Location: Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood

Start Time: 7:00 PM

Celebrate Flag Day with a spirited 5K or 2 Mile Walk that brings the whole community together! Lace up and show your colors as we hit the streets for a fun, festive run honoring America’s symbol of unity and pride. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just enjoying the patriotic vibes, this event is the perfect way to celebrate the 250th birthday of the USA!

Wave your flags, wear your stars and stripes, and cross the finish line to music, refreshments, and photo ops that are red-white-and-blue ready! All ages and paces welcome—walkers, runners, strollers, and spirited spectators too!

• Registration includes a finisher medal and T-Shirt.

• Early packet pick-up takes place at Second Sole on Friday, June 9th from 11:00am - 6:00pm.

• Race day packet pick-up will be at Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood starting at 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

• The 5K Run/Walk will begin at 7:00 pm.

Join us for a fun, scenic run through the marina and nature trail!

Come out to the Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve for the Third Annual Mentor Lagoons Yacht Club 5k Race and 1 Mile Walk.

All participants will receive a shirt and 5k participants will receive a medal. All proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House.

Race day is Saturday June 27, 2026

Registration deadline is June 26, 2026

Start/Finish Location: Mentor Lagoons Yacht Club

8365 Harbor Drive Mentor, Ohio 44060

Start time: 8:30 am 5k 1 hour 10 minute limit

8:45 am 1 Mile 40 minute limit

Packet Pickup Information:

Mentor Lagoons Yacht Club

Friday, June 26, 2025 3 pm – 7 pm

Saturday, June 28, 2025 7:15 am – 8:15 am