Amy Mihaljevic 5K, Walk & Kids Dash
- Date Sat 24th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Bay Village, Ohio
- Price Free
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Amy Mihaljevic 5K, Walk & Kids Dash on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Cahoon Park in Bay Village, Cuyahoga! This spirited event honors the vibrant life of Amy Mihaljevic, an energetic girl who loved staying active and cherishing moments with her friends and family. The day will feature a chip-timed 5K run, a 1-mile walk, and a fun Kids Dash, ensuring that participants of all ages can join in on the celebration of Amy’s zest for life.
Best of all, this year’s event is completely free! While registration comes at no cost, we encourage all attendees to contribute through donations or fundraising efforts, which will directly support the ongoing investigation into Amy's case and help ensure she is Never Forgotten. The event kicks off with packet pick-up at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K run and 1-mile walk at 9:00 AM, and the Kids Dash at 9:30 AM. Come together as a community to honor Amy’s memory and make a difference!
Best of all, this year’s event is completely free! While registration comes at no cost, we encourage all attendees to contribute through donations or fundraising efforts, which will directly support the ongoing investigation into Amy's case and help ensure she is Never Forgotten. The event kicks off with packet pick-up at 7:30 AM, followed by the 5K run and 1-mile walk at 9:00 AM, and the Kids Dash at 9:30 AM. Come together as a community to honor Amy’s memory and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026, AT CAHOON PARK IN BAY VILLAGE, OHIO, FOR A RUN AND WALK HONORING AMY MIHALJEVIC.
The Amy Mihaljevic Memorial Run & Walk started out as Walk for Amy during the 2020 COVID year. As interest in the annual event grew, the Mihaljevic family wanted to expand the event to include a 5K race. Amy was an energetic girl that loved staying active riding horses, riding her bike with friends, or playing in the neighborhood. This race celebrates Amy's enthusiasm, zest for life, and love for people. Run or Walk with that in mind. Amy is forever in our hearts and is Never Forgotten.
OUR 2026 RUN AND WALKS HAVE NO FEE
Our chip-timed 5k run/walk and 1 mile walk is free for all to attend. We encourage participants and spectators to donate and/or fundraise what they can.
Your financial contribution to this event either as a runner / walker or donor, will directly impact the investigation's ability to bring justice to Amy's killer and renews hope for the Mihaljevic family that Amy is Never Forgotten by the community at large.
The Amy Fund was established as a budget line-item to help fray the costs for the ongoing investigation. Although the city has a budget for the police department, the amount of money it costs to run DNA testing can run in the thousands of dollars each year. The police department receives funds for the investigation through the fiscal year budget, various outside agencies, and grant money. The AMY FUND allows the police department to tap into funds without the wait time that occurs before receiving grant money. DNA testing for one hair currently costs $7,000. The police department estimates that it will spend upwards of $75,000 DNA testing in the upcoming year.
EVENT ADDRESS: Cahoon Park East Parking Lot, 459 Cahoon Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140
A VIDEO FROM AMY'S FAMILY: LINK HERE [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9yxvirhlj1q4hngklzt3o/Amy-Run-2024-mobile.mp4?rlkey=02ud7sjo78jtqrx6tg4d7d97m&dl=0]
VIRTUAL OPTION
Select the Virtual Run/Walk and run or walk wherever you are. Submit your times online (optional).
EVENT DAY TIMELINE
* 7:30 AM - Packet Pick Up and Registration Opens
* 9:00 AM - 5k run begins
* 9:00 AM - 1 mile walk begins
* 9:30 AM - Kids Dash
* 10:00 AM - Awards
PARTICIPANT PERKS
* This is a free event. We encourage participants and spectators to donate what they can and fundraise in honor and remembrance of Amy
* Chip-timed 5k run/walk
* 1 Mile Walk (untimed) to Amy's memorial
* Kids Dash (untimed) near the Gazebo
We look forward to seeing you on event day!
The Amy Mihaljevic Memorial Run & Walk started out as Walk for Amy during the 2020 COVID year. As interest in the annual event grew, the Mihaljevic family wanted to expand the event to include a 5K race. Amy was an energetic girl that loved staying active riding horses, riding her bike with friends, or playing in the neighborhood. This race celebrates Amy's enthusiasm, zest for life, and love for people. Run or Walk with that in mind. Amy is forever in our hearts and is Never Forgotten.
OUR 2026 RUN AND WALKS HAVE NO FEE
Our chip-timed 5k run/walk and 1 mile walk is free for all to attend. We encourage participants and spectators to donate and/or fundraise what they can.
Your financial contribution to this event either as a runner / walker or donor, will directly impact the investigation's ability to bring justice to Amy's killer and renews hope for the Mihaljevic family that Amy is Never Forgotten by the community at large.
The Amy Fund was established as a budget line-item to help fray the costs for the ongoing investigation. Although the city has a budget for the police department, the amount of money it costs to run DNA testing can run in the thousands of dollars each year. The police department receives funds for the investigation through the fiscal year budget, various outside agencies, and grant money. The AMY FUND allows the police department to tap into funds without the wait time that occurs before receiving grant money. DNA testing for one hair currently costs $7,000. The police department estimates that it will spend upwards of $75,000 DNA testing in the upcoming year.
EVENT ADDRESS: Cahoon Park East Parking Lot, 459 Cahoon Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140
A VIDEO FROM AMY'S FAMILY: LINK HERE [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9yxvirhlj1q4hngklzt3o/Amy-Run-2024-mobile.mp4?rlkey=02ud7sjo78jtqrx6tg4d7d97m&dl=0]
VIRTUAL OPTION
Select the Virtual Run/Walk and run or walk wherever you are. Submit your times online (optional).
EVENT DAY TIMELINE
* 7:30 AM - Packet Pick Up and Registration Opens
* 9:00 AM - 5k run begins
* 9:00 AM - 1 mile walk begins
* 9:30 AM - Kids Dash
* 10:00 AM - Awards
PARTICIPANT PERKS
* This is a free event. We encourage participants and spectators to donate what they can and fundraise in honor and remembrance of Amy
* Chip-timed 5k run/walk
* 1 Mile Walk (untimed) to Amy's memorial
* Kids Dash (untimed) near the Gazebo
We look forward to seeing you on event day!
Races
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5K Walk/Run
Incl. Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JUN -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JUN -
Virtual Run/Walk Only
Incl. Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Free
OPENS 01 JUNShipping of your selected shirt size is included. Items may not be in hand until the week after the race date but we will ship them to you. -
Kids Dash
Incl. Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 24th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JUN
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459 Cahoon Rd, Bay Village, 44140, OH, United States
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