Big Footer 5k
- Date Sun 29th March 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Mentor, Ohio
- Price $29.29
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Big Footer 5K and Walk on Sunday, March 29, 2026, in the beautiful Mentor, Lake County! This vibrant event not only promotes health and wellness but also raises awareness and support for the Special Olympics Lake County. The race features a scenic 3.1-mile paved course that winds through the picturesque Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood Campus, located near the Great Lakes Mall.
Participants can look forward to a fantastic atmosphere filled with camaraderie, as those over 70 years old and military personnel can register for free! Plus, runners and walkers who dress up as Big Foot will also enjoy complimentary entries. Each participant receives a unique Big Footer T-shirt, a race packet, and a delicious pancake breakfast to refuel after the race. With prizes for fun contests like spotting Big Foot and a chance to receive a flag from the legendary creature himself, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all. Don't miss out on the chance to join this energetic community event – mark your calendars and get ready to run!
Participants can look forward to a fantastic atmosphere filled with camaraderie, as those over 70 years old and military personnel can register for free! Plus, runners and walkers who dress up as Big Foot will also enjoy complimentary entries. Each participant receives a unique Big Footer T-shirt, a race packet, and a delicious pancake breakfast to refuel after the race. With prizes for fun contests like spotting Big Foot and a chance to receive a flag from the legendary creature himself, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all. Don't miss out on the chance to join this energetic community event – mark your calendars and get ready to run!
Organiser's Description
Big Footer 5K and Walk helps support at raise awareness for Special Olympics Lake County.
Course Description: The 3.1 mile course is paved and runs through the Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood Campus near the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor. It includes one hill.
Persons over the age of 70 years or those in the military receive FREE registrations. Runners/walkers who dress up like Big Foot receive FREE race entries.
Entry with ID only. No bikes or rollerblades.
Participants are given an original Big Footer T-shirt, a race packet, and a pancake breakfast. There are prizes for race day contests, such as spotting the most Big Foots or receiving a flag from Big Foot himself.
Race Categories: Male and female categories are divided by age group.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP:
FRIDAY - 3:00 PM -7:00 PM at Second Sole Mentor 8791 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH
SATURDAY - 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM at Lake County DD Foley Fieldhouse 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio
RACE MORNING - 7:30 AM 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio
Race Start: 8:30 AM
Course Description: The 3.1 mile course is paved and runs through the Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood Campus near the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor. It includes one hill.
Persons over the age of 70 years or those in the military receive FREE registrations. Runners/walkers who dress up like Big Foot receive FREE race entries.
Entry with ID only. No bikes or rollerblades.
Participants are given an original Big Footer T-shirt, a race packet, and a pancake breakfast. There are prizes for race day contests, such as spotting the most Big Foots or receiving a flag from Big Foot himself.
Race Categories: Male and female categories are divided by age group.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP:
FRIDAY - 3:00 PM -7:00 PM at Second Sole Mentor 8791 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH
SATURDAY - 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM at Lake County DD Foley Fieldhouse 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio
RACE MORNING - 7:30 AM 8121 Deepwood Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio
Race Start: 8:30 AM
Races
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Big Footer 5k
Incl. $4.29 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 29th March 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$29.29
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8121 Deepwood Boulevard., Mentor, 44060, OH, United States
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