4 running, walking, and fun run events in Westlake, Ohio
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Westlake
4 events in Westlake-
Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Join us this April for the annual Westlake Spring Fever 4 Mile, 2 Mile, & 1 Mile races at Westlake High School. There will also be a Kids Dash for 6 years olds and under.
This event benefits the Westlake Educational Foundation and finishes off with a yummy pancake breakfast provided by Kiwanis of Westlake following the races.
There will be free kids activities in the WHS Auxiliary Gym during and after the races, including favorites such as face painting, corn hole, hula hoops, bowling, limbo and soccer.
The Westlake Educational Foundation’s mission is to enhance educational opportunities and experiences of Westlake City Schools' students in the endeavor to Educate for Excellence.
Fundraising efforts support the Foundation’s mission, allowing the Foundation to award grants to Westlake City School teachers and staff for projects that enhance the educational opportunities and learning experiences of students over and above the required curriculum, giving special consideration to proposals that demonstrate creativity and innovation in student learning. Grants will not be made for those expenses normally covered within the school district’s budget.
Date
Sunday April 26th, 2026
Location
Westlake High School
27830 Hilliard Blvd
Westlake, OH 44145
Start Time
Registration and Packet Pick Up - Starts at 7:30AM
Kids Dash - 8:45AM (100 Yard Untimed)
2 Mile & 4 Mile & 1 Mile Start - 9:00AM
Pancake Breakfast Start - 8:00AM
Kids Activities (WHS Auxiliary Gym) - 9:00AM - 11:00AM
***Dogs are allowed but we ask that you line up in the back and have a short leash.
Race Distance
2 Mile & 4 Mile (Chip-timed)
1 Mile (Not Timed)
***Registration includes pancake breakfast
$32 - through Sunday, April 19th (4 Mile & 2 Mile)
$37 - beginning on Monday, April 20th and thru race morning, Sunday, April 26th (4 Mile & 2 Mile)
$40 - Race Morning (4 Mile & 2 Mile)
$22 - through Sunday, April 19th (1 Mile)
$27 - beginning on Monday, April 20th and thru race morning, Saturday, April 26th (1 Mile)
$30 - Race Morning (1 Mile)
$10 - Kids Dash
$7 - Pancake Breakfast Only
Runners can pay by cash/check early by mailing the printable paper entry form (found at bottom of page) to Hermes Sports & Events(2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2 Cleveland, OH 44113). Entries must be received by Wednesday, April 22nd.
T-Shirts
Pictures coming soon!
Awards
Awards will be announced after the race inside Westlake High School.
Kids receive a kids goodie bag and participant ribbon for the kids dash!
4-Mile Race
Top Overall Male and Female Finishers
Top Male and Female Finishers in the following age groups:
12 and Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
2-Mile Race
Top Overall Male and Female Finisher
What You Get
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2 or 4-mile chip-timed road race
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Spring Fever race shirt
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Searchable race photographs
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Pancake breakfast included!
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Live results
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Awards to age group finishers
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A scenic race course along Westlake neighborhoods
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Free kids activities
Refund Policy
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.
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Sun, Jun 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM
Date & Time:
Sunday June 14, 2026
Packet Pickup begins at 8:30am inside Market Square
5K and 1 Mile races begin at 9:30am
Location:
Market Square
239 Market St. Crocker Park, Westlake, OH US 44145
What You Get:
Custom race shirt
Searchable race photos
Chip timed results
Sponsor Exhibits
And MORE!
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Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 8:15 AMSee full details
THIRD ANNUAL WESTLAKE COMMUNITY RUN
The City of Westlake Community Run is a special event for the whole family, being hosted by the Recreation Department and held in conjunction with the Annual Safety & Wellness Day. Come out and enjoy a run or walk through the beautiful City of Westlake and then stay for the Fair! Race begins and ends on the Recreation Center Campus. There will be a timed 5K Run and Speed Walking Division along with an untimed 1-Mile Walk beginning at 8:30 am. We are also hosting a Kids Dash, which is free for those 8 years old and under. This dash will kick off at 8:15 am before the main race. Event goodie bags guaranteed for the first 200 registered for the main run/walk. All Kids Dash participants will receive a race medal. There will be post-race refreshments, fruit, raffle prizes, and awards pick-up at the DJ booth.
Again this year, we are hosting a pancake breakfast from 9 am to 11 am following the race. Each paid registration comes with a free ticket, and all children 5 & under are free; additional tickets can be purchased for $8. Race raffle prize winners will be announced during the pancake breakfast.
This event will also include an Inflatable and a DJ. Stay for the Safety & Wellness Fair starting at 10:00 am at the Westlake Recreation Center! The fair is hosted by University Hospitals and the City of Westlake. Additional information regarding the fair will be available online soon.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, please visit our Sponsorship Page.
Start Time
7:30am - Registration/Packet Pick Up
8:15am - Kids Dash
8:30am - 5K Run/Walk, Speed Walk and 1 Mile Fun Walk
***Speed walking differs from running in that it requires the competitor to maintain contact with the ground at all times and requires the leading leg to be straightened as the foot makes contact with the ground. It must remain straightened until the leg passes under the body.
Distance
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Fun Run
Timing
5K and Speed Walking - Chip Timed
1 Mile - Untimed
Registration
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5K (timed speed walk/run): $35
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1-Mile: $25
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Children 5 & under are free.
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
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
Registration and Packet Pick Up Begins 7:30am
The Westlake Recreation Center Grounds, 28955 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake, OH 44145
Participants Receive
Event goodie bag guaranteed for the first 200 registered. Post-race refreshments, awards pick-up, pancake breakfast (for those registered), inflatable and DJ. See awards information below.
Race Shirts are guaranteed for those who register and select a size on or before 8/31/26.
Awards
Top overall male & female as well as 5K racers finishing in the top three in each age group.
Age groups (male & female): 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Speed Walk - Top 3 men and top 3 women overall. No age groups.
****Speed walking differs from running in that it requires the competitor to maintain contact with the ground at all times and requires the leading leg to be straightened as the foot makes contact with the ground. It must remain straightened until the leg passes under the body.
More Information
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email [email protected]
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Sun, Nov 08, 2026 at 9:00 AMSee full details
Date: Sunday, November 9
Location: 28500 Clemens Rd. (next to Hyland Software)
Start Times:
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9:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk (walkers line up behind runners)
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10:30 AM – Half Murph
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Race-Day Registration Cutoff: 8:30 AM
*Competing virtually? Simply register above and email Angela ([email protected]) and we will mail your bib and post your time to results.
Registration & Pricing
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Early Bird (through Oct. 15): $30 per event
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After Oct. 15: $35 per event
Discounts:
10% veteran/military (with branch and see code during check out)
30% off when registering for both events
Awards
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Age groups: 18 & under, then 10-year increments up to 60+
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Top 3 Male & Female overall
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Medals for age-group winners
Swag
- All participants: Custom coin + event T-shirt
Winners: Medal & hat for each age-group champion + top 3 overall male & female
Sponsorship Opportunities
Red: $1,000
White: $2,500
Blue: $5,000
(Recognition cutoff: Oct. 15)
Packet Pickup
Saturday, Nov. 8 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Franciscus Roofing, 959 Bassett Rd, Westlake, OH 44145
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Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club
USA Swimming Club. 5 members.
[email protected] +1 440-574-0253 -
Club[email protected] (614) 441-6934