Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Bay Village, Ohio
- Price Free - $38.65
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, and Kids Track Dash on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Bay Village, Cuyahoga! Celebrate Independence Day with Cleveland's most exciting race, where runners of all ages and abilities can don their best red, white, and blue attire and hit the fast and flat 5-mile course. The event kicks off at 8:30 AM with the 5 Miler, followed closely by the 1 Mile Run/Walk at 8:40 AM. Little ones can join in the fun with the Kids Track Dash starting at approximately 10:00 AM.
Participants can look forward to fantastic perks, including a Brooks Podium Short Sleeve Shirt, custom finisher medals, and tasty finish line goodies like popsicles. Don't miss your chance to compete for awards in various age categories and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit! With a festival running from July 2 through July 5 at Cahoon Park, this is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday while staying active. Mark your calendars and join the fun in Bay Village!
Participants can look forward to fantastic perks, including a Brooks Podium Short Sleeve Shirt, custom finisher medals, and tasty finish line goodies like popsicles. Don't miss your chance to compete for awards in various age categories and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit! With a festival running from July 2 through July 5 at Cahoon Park, this is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday while staying active. Mark your calendars and join the fun in Bay Village!
Organiser's Description
BRING THE NOISE!
Cleveland's BEST FOURTH OF JULY race is back! Put on your best RED, WHITE, AND BLUE and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid's run (shirt optional) or 1 mile walk so you can still get the awesome swag including a Brooks running shirt, finish line goodies, and more!
RACE DAY FRIDAY, JULY 4, 2025 | TIMELINE
* 7:00 AM - Registration/Packet Pick Up opens at Bay High School
* 8:30 AM - 5 Miler begins
* 8:40 AM - 1 Mile Run/Walk begins
* 10:00 AM - Kids Track Dash on the Track (start expected after bulk of 5 Mile Runners are finished)
FESTIVAL DATES PRESENTED BY BAY VILLAGE KIWANIS
* July 2 through 5 at Cahoon Park
* Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details
RUNNER PERKS:
* Brooks Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women's fit)
* First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited.
* Late sign-ups will receive a quality soft fit shirt with the same design. (Shirt size may not be guaranteed if you register less than 2 weeks before the event)
* Custom finisher medal
* Chipped time
* USATF Certified 5 Mile course
* Finish line goodies, including popsicles and more!
* Age Group and Overall awards
* Runner Photos
*Kid's Run may pay $10 to purchase a shirt
KIDS' TRACK DASH
The Kids' Track Dash will take place on the Track at approximately 10am starting at the inflatable arch. Please be at the track by 9:45AM for instruction. This is different from the annual 1 Mile Run
BECOME A MICRO SPONSOR:
Sign up 4 or more members from your company, organization, or club and we will display your logo on the finish line banner! Sign ups must be in in at least 9 days before the event (June 16,2024)
AWARD CATEGORIES
5 MILE RUN
* Top 1 M/F
* Top 3 in 5 Year Age Groups from 14 & Under to 80 & Over
* Top M/F Master & Grandmaster
1 MILE RUN/WALK
* Top 1 M/F 13 & Under
* Top 1 in Age Groups (7 & Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13)
PACKET PICK UP:
* Wednesday, July 2 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
* Thursday, July 3 at Second Sole in Lakewood from12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
* Race Day starting at 7:00 AM at Bay High School Track (Finish Line Area)
Cleveland's BEST FOURTH OF JULY race is back! Put on your best RED, WHITE, AND BLUE and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid's run (shirt optional) or 1 mile walk so you can still get the awesome swag including a Brooks running shirt, finish line goodies, and more!
RACE DAY FRIDAY, JULY 4, 2025 | TIMELINE
* 7:00 AM - Registration/Packet Pick Up opens at Bay High School
* 8:30 AM - 5 Miler begins
* 8:40 AM - 1 Mile Run/Walk begins
* 10:00 AM - Kids Track Dash on the Track (start expected after bulk of 5 Mile Runners are finished)
FESTIVAL DATES PRESENTED BY BAY VILLAGE KIWANIS
* July 2 through 5 at Cahoon Park
* Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details
RUNNER PERKS:
* Brooks Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women's fit)
* First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited.
* Late sign-ups will receive a quality soft fit shirt with the same design. (Shirt size may not be guaranteed if you register less than 2 weeks before the event)
* Custom finisher medal
* Chipped time
* USATF Certified 5 Mile course
* Finish line goodies, including popsicles and more!
* Age Group and Overall awards
* Runner Photos
*Kid's Run may pay $10 to purchase a shirt
KIDS' TRACK DASH
The Kids' Track Dash will take place on the Track at approximately 10am starting at the inflatable arch. Please be at the track by 9:45AM for instruction. This is different from the annual 1 Mile Run
BECOME A MICRO SPONSOR:
Sign up 4 or more members from your company, organization, or club and we will display your logo on the finish line banner! Sign ups must be in in at least 9 days before the event (June 16,2024)
AWARD CATEGORIES
5 MILE RUN
* Top 1 M/F
* Top 3 in 5 Year Age Groups from 14 & Under to 80 & Over
* Top M/F Master & Grandmaster
1 MILE RUN/WALK
* Top 1 M/F 13 & Under
* Top 1 in Age Groups (7 & Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13)
PACKET PICK UP:
* Wednesday, July 2 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
* Thursday, July 3 at Second Sole in Lakewood from12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
* Race Day starting at 7:00 AM at Bay High School Track (Finish Line Area)
Races
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5 Mile Race
Incl. $3.65 Fee & Apparel Size
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.65
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1 Mile Run/Walk/Ruck
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Apparel Size
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:40AM EDT)
$33.35
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Youth Entry (18 & Under) - 5 Mile
Incl. $2.15 Fee & Apparel Size
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$12.15
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Youth Entry (18 & Under) - 1 Mile
Incl. $2.15 Fee & Apparel Size
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:40AM EDT)
$12.15
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Kids' Track Dash
Incl. Apparel Size
Fri 4th July 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
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