5k for Kelli
- Date Sat 15th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Dayton, Ohio
- Price $33.55
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Join us for the 14th Annual 5K for Kelli on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in beautiful Dayton, Montgomery! This uplifting event kicks off at 9 AM and is a heartfelt tribute to Kelli James, celebrating the lives of breast cancer survivors, fighters, and the cherished memories of loved ones lost. Participants will enjoy a scenic 3.1-mile out-and-back course alongside the tranquil Stillwater River, starting and finishing next to Wegerzyn Gardens.
This family-friendly event encourages creativity with a fairy theme, inviting everyone to dress up in tutus, wings, and flower crowns to honor Kelli's love for fairies. Don’t worry if you don’t have fairy gear; the merchandise tent will have everything you need, with proceeds supporting the Breast Wishes Foundation, which grants wishes to women battling breast cancer. With early registration at just $30 until July 2nd, and fun activities like free face painting and hair spraying, this event is not to be missed! Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate for a great cause, with awards for the top finishers in various age categories. Be part of this meaningful day and make a difference!
This family-friendly event encourages creativity with a fairy theme, inviting everyone to dress up in tutus, wings, and flower crowns to honor Kelli's love for fairies. Don’t worry if you don’t have fairy gear; the merchandise tent will have everything you need, with proceeds supporting the Breast Wishes Foundation, which grants wishes to women battling breast cancer. With early registration at just $30 until July 2nd, and fun activities like free face painting and hair spraying, this event is not to be missed! Get ready to run, walk, and celebrate for a great cause, with awards for the top finishers in various age categories. Be part of this meaningful day and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
14TH ANNUAL 5K FOR KELLI
PRESENTED BY THE BREAST WISHES FOUNDATION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15TH AT 9AM.
JOIN US IN REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF KELLI JAMES AND HONORING ALL THE BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS, THE FIGHTERS AND THE LOVED ONES WEVE LOST. 100% OF PROCEEDS GO TO GRANTING WISHES FOR WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER THROUGH THE BREAST WISHES FOUNDATION.
The 5k for Kelli Run/Walk is a super fun event for the whole family. It is a 3.1 mile out and back course that begins and ends next to Wegerzyn Gardens and winds along the beautiful Stillwater River. Because Kelli loved fairies, we encourage everyone to dress up in tutus, wings, and flower crowns. No fairy gear? No problem! We have everything you need at the merchandise tent with all proceeds going to Breast Wishes Foundation. We also offer free fairy face painting and colored hair spraying! Registration and Merchandise tents will open at 7:30 am.
EVENT FEES: Early Registration only $30! (through July 2nd) $35 Registration from July 3rd to Race Day (Register by July 25th to GUARANTEE a super-soft and comfy t-shirt)
AWARDS: We will give medals, prizes and gift cards to the Top 3 Male and Female overall and the Top 3 Male and Female in each age category.
AGE CATEGORIES: 19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
EVENT PARKING AND REGISTRATION: The Flying Field at Wegerzyn, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Avenue, Dayton, OH 45414
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP: Friday August 14th from 8am-7pm at the Breast Wishes Foundation 115 E National Rd Vandalia, OH 45377
We highly recommend pre-packet pickup!
PRESENTED BY THE BREAST WISHES FOUNDATION
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15TH AT 9AM.
JOIN US IN REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF KELLI JAMES AND HONORING ALL THE BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS, THE FIGHTERS AND THE LOVED ONES WEVE LOST. 100% OF PROCEEDS GO TO GRANTING WISHES FOR WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER THROUGH THE BREAST WISHES FOUNDATION.
The 5k for Kelli Run/Walk is a super fun event for the whole family. It is a 3.1 mile out and back course that begins and ends next to Wegerzyn Gardens and winds along the beautiful Stillwater River. Because Kelli loved fairies, we encourage everyone to dress up in tutus, wings, and flower crowns. No fairy gear? No problem! We have everything you need at the merchandise tent with all proceeds going to Breast Wishes Foundation. We also offer free fairy face painting and colored hair spraying! Registration and Merchandise tents will open at 7:30 am.
EVENT FEES: Early Registration only $30! (through July 2nd) $35 Registration from July 3rd to Race Day (Register by July 25th to GUARANTEE a super-soft and comfy t-shirt)
AWARDS: We will give medals, prizes and gift cards to the Top 3 Male and Female overall and the Top 3 Male and Female in each age category.
AGE CATEGORIES: 19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
EVENT PARKING AND REGISTRATION: The Flying Field at Wegerzyn, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Avenue, Dayton, OH 45414
PRE-REGISTRATION PACKET PICK UP: Friday August 14th from 8am-7pm at the Breast Wishes Foundation 115 E National Rd Vandalia, OH 45377
We highly recommend pre-packet pickup!
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.55 Fee & T-Shirt (Not Guaranteed After 7/25)
Sat 15th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.55
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