BE FAST 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Toledo, Ohio
- Price Free - $28.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the BE FAST 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the scenic downtown Toledo at Promenade Park! This vibrant event honors stroke survivors and their families while promoting awareness and support for those affected by stroke. Participants can choose to take on the spirited 5K run or enjoy a leisurely 1-mile walk along the picturesque Maumee Riverfront, crossing the iconic Cherry Street Bridge and meandering through the beautiful Glass City Metropark.
The festivities kick off with a Kids Fun Run at 9:30 AM, followed by the walk at 9:45 AM and the 5K run starting at 10:00 AM. With a registration fee of just $25 until September 25, 2026, and free entry for stroke survivors, this event is not only a fun way to engage with the community but also supports a vital cause. All proceeds will benefit the ProMedica Foundation Stroke Patient Assistance Fund, which helps cover essential needs for stroke patients facing financial challenges. Participants will receive a BE FAST 5K t-shirt, snacks, drinks, and access to valuable health information and resources. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a
The festivities kick off with a Kids Fun Run at 9:30 AM, followed by the walk at 9:45 AM and the 5K run starting at 10:00 AM. With a registration fee of just $25 until September 25, 2026, and free entry for stroke survivors, this event is not only a fun way to engage with the community but also supports a vital cause. All proceeds will benefit the ProMedica Foundation Stroke Patient Assistance Fund, which helps cover essential needs for stroke patients facing financial challenges. Participants will receive a BE FAST 5K t-shirt, snacks, drinks, and access to valuable health information and resources. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a
Organiser's Description
5K RUN OR 1 MILE WALK HONORING STROKE SURVIVORS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS
LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN TOLEDO AT PROMENADE PARK
RUN ALONG THE MAUMEE RIVER FRONT, ACROSS THE CHERRY STREET BRIDGE AND THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL GLASS CITY METROPARK
100% OF REGISTRATION, DONATIONS, AND RAFFLE PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY INTO THE PROMEDICA FOUNDATION STROKE PATIENT ASSISTANCE FUND. THE FUND IS ABLE TO COVER THE COST OF MEDICATIONS, HEALTH EQUIPMENT, HEALTH SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM APPOINTMENTS, AND RENT/UTILITIES FOR PATIENTS WITH LIMITED FINANCIAL MEANS AS A RESULT OF THEIR STROKE.
YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES:
ENTRANCE TO THE 5K RUN/1 MILE WALK
BIB CHIP TIMING
*BE FAST STROKE 5K T-SHIRT*
SNACKS AND DRINKS
POST RACE MEAL
FREE STROKE RISK ASSESSMENTS INCLUDING BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
STROKE EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL
ENTRANCE INTO THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR WITH MULTIPLE VENDORS
FACE PAINTING/BALLOON ANIMALS
DJ AND PHOTOGRAPHY
KIDS FUN RUN WILL START AT 9:30AM AND IS A 100 YARD DASH.
WALK WILL START AT 9:45AM.
RUN WILL START AT 10:00AM.
REGISTRATION FEE IS $25.00 PER PARTICIPANT UNTIL 11:59 ON 9/25/2026.
PRICE INCREASE TO $35.00 PER PARTICIPANT ON 9/26/2026.
REGISTRATION IS FREE FOR STROKE SURVIVORS.
SILENT AUCTION AND RAFFLE ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE! RAFFLE STARTS AT 11:30AM FOLLOWING THE AWARDS CEREMONY
**RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER SEPTEMBER 25, 2026**
*YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO RECEIVE YOUR SHIRT. SHIRTS WILL NOT BE MAILED UNLESS YOU ARE A VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT*
LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN TOLEDO AT PROMENADE PARK
RUN ALONG THE MAUMEE RIVER FRONT, ACROSS THE CHERRY STREET BRIDGE AND THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL GLASS CITY METROPARK
100% OF REGISTRATION, DONATIONS, AND RAFFLE PROCEEDS WILL GO DIRECTLY INTO THE PROMEDICA FOUNDATION STROKE PATIENT ASSISTANCE FUND. THE FUND IS ABLE TO COVER THE COST OF MEDICATIONS, HEALTH EQUIPMENT, HEALTH SUPPLIES, TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM APPOINTMENTS, AND RENT/UTILITIES FOR PATIENTS WITH LIMITED FINANCIAL MEANS AS A RESULT OF THEIR STROKE.
YOUR ENTRY INCLUDES:
ENTRANCE TO THE 5K RUN/1 MILE WALK
BIB CHIP TIMING
*BE FAST STROKE 5K T-SHIRT*
SNACKS AND DRINKS
POST RACE MEAL
FREE STROKE RISK ASSESSMENTS INCLUDING BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
STROKE EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL
ENTRANCE INTO THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR WITH MULTIPLE VENDORS
FACE PAINTING/BALLOON ANIMALS
DJ AND PHOTOGRAPHY
KIDS FUN RUN WILL START AT 9:30AM AND IS A 100 YARD DASH.
WALK WILL START AT 9:45AM.
RUN WILL START AT 10:00AM.
REGISTRATION FEE IS $25.00 PER PARTICIPANT UNTIL 11:59 ON 9/25/2026.
PRICE INCREASE TO $35.00 PER PARTICIPANT ON 9/26/2026.
REGISTRATION IS FREE FOR STROKE SURVIVORS.
SILENT AUCTION AND RAFFLE ITEMS WILL BE AVAILABLE! RAFFLE STARTS AT 11:30AM FOLLOWING THE AWARDS CEREMONY
**RACE SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER SEPTEMBER 25, 2026**
*YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO RECEIVE YOUR SHIRT. SHIRTS WILL NOT BE MAILED UNLESS YOU ARE A VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT*
Races
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BE FAST 5k RUN
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS 01 JAN 26Includes Bib Chip Timing -
Be Fast Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS 01 JAN 261 mile or 5K Walk -
Stroke Survivors Registration: 5K RUN
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JAN 26Bib Chip Timing -
Stroke Survivors Registration: WALK
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JAN 261 mile or 5K Walk -
Kids Fun Run- 100 Yard Dash
Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$12.10
OPENS 01 JAN 26100 yard dash -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.70 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.70
OPENS 01 JAN 26You can still be a part of the event if not local! Run it at your convenience, time and location. You will still receive a tshirt and a medal!
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