14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Run/Walk

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  • Date Sun 16th August 2026
  • Time 8:30AM EDT
  • Location Cleveland, Ohio
  • Price Free - $48.70
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 14th Annual Outrace Epilepsy! event, taking place on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Cuyahoga, Ohio. Organized by Peace Racing, this uplifting event features a thrilling lineup of races including a 10K, a 5K, and a fun-filled 1 Mile run/walk, all designed to promote awareness for epilepsy while celebrating community spirit. Kicking off at 8:30 AM, participants will enjoy scenic courses through the zoo, with chip timing for the 10K and 5K, custom medals for top finishers, and post-race refreshments to keep the energy high!

But the excitement doesn't stop at the finish line! Each registration includes all-day admission to the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, allowing you to explore and enjoy the day with family and friends. Don’t forget, early registration ends on August 14, so sign up now to secure your spot and avoid day-of registration fees. This year, make your miles count even more by participating as a charity team fundraiser, helping to raise essential funds for the Epilepsy Association’s local programs and services. Join us for a day

Organiser's Description

The Epilepsy Association is excited to be at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo hosting its annual race. Outrace Epilepsy! is the new name for the event, PREVIOUSLY KNOW AS RACE THE RIVER. Join us for our 10K and 5K courses as well as a 1-mile fun walk/run through the beautiful zoo. The races will begin around 8:30AM. Online registration closes at 9AM on Friday, August 14. Day of registration fees will increase by $5.

_AFTER THE RACE, THE FUN DOESN'T HAVE TO END! ALL-DAY ADMISSION TO THE CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO IS INCLUDED WITH YOUR OUTRACE EPILEPSY! REGISTRATION!_

_ALL SPECTATORS WANTING TO COME CHEER ON RUNNERS/WALKERS WILL NEED TO PURCHASE TICKETS TO ENTER THE ZOO, EVEN IF YOU ARE A ZOO MEMBER. _

PRE-REGISTRATION FEES:
10K- $45.00
5K- $35.00
1-Mile- $25.00
*all registration fees will increase by $5 for day of registration

ALL REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
-Official Outrace Epilepsy! promotional item
-Free zoo access after the race ends
-Chip timing for the 10K and 5K races
-Custom top finisher medals
-Post race refreshments
-Online results posted same day
-And more!

RACE DAY TIMELINE:
-7:30 AM- Check-in, day-of registration, and packet pick-up opens
-8:30 AM- 10K starts
-8:30 AM- 5K starts
-8:45 AM- 1 Mile starts
-9:30 AM- Awards ceremony begins

LOCATION:
3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109

MAKE YOUR MILES COUNT EVEN MORE!
One way to share the work of our agency and mission is to become a charity team fundraiser! Below are simple ways to fundraise for this event:

1. Sign up for the race and to become a fundraiser or start a fundraising team during registration: Reach out to your friends, family, colleagues, and local businesses to donate to help reach your teams over-all goal which helps to raise epilepsy awareness!

2.Set your goal: We suggest $500 for individuals and $2,000 for teams.
Those who raise $250+ earn an exclusive Outrace Epilepsy! prize (shipped after event)
Those who raise $500+ get the exclusive prize and their race registration fee re-funded back to them.

3. Fund-Your-Run: Get sponsored for your run! Ask friends, family, and co-workers to sponsor you per mile. This is an easy way to get others involved and to quickly reach your personal fundraising goal.

All proceeds from the race will go directly to the Epilepsy Associations FREE local programs and services which assist those affected by epilepsy in Northeast Ohio and their families. To learn about our programs and services, click here [http://www.epilepsyinfo.org/].

Races

  • Outrace Epilepsy! -10K Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & All Paid Runners Receive an Outrace Epilepsy! Promotional Item

    Sun 16th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $48.70

    Course will be available closer to race date.
  • Outrace Epilepsy!- 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & All Paid Runners Receive an Outrace Epilepsy! Promotional Item

    Sun 16th August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.10

    Course will be available closer to race date.
  • Outrace Epilepsy!- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & All Paid Runners Receive an Outrace Epilepsy! Promotional Item

    Sun 16th August 2026 (8:45AM EDT)

    $27.50

    A fun course perfect for kids and families. This race is not chipped timed.
  • Outrace Epilepsy!- 1 Mile Fun Walk (Kids 5 and Under)

    Sun 16th August 2026 (8:45AM EDT)

    Free

    Kids who are 5 years of age and under can participate in the 1- mile walk for no charge. No event promotional item is included with this free category.
  • Outrace Epilepsy! Spectator Only

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & All Paid Spectators Get an Outrace Epilepsy! Promo Item

    Sun 16th August 2026 (8:45AM EDT)

    $27.50

    Purchase this ticket if you are just coming to cheer someone on. You must purchase an Outrace Epilepsy! ticket to enter the zoo. Tickets purchased directly from the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will not be valid until after the race ends. Spectators can still join a team, collect donations, and will receive the free event promo item.

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Cleveland Metropark Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States

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