Cleveland Heights Happy 5k & 10k
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 9:15AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $12.15 - $38.65
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the 9th Annual Cleveland Heights Happy 5k & 10k, taking place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in beautiful Cleveland, Cuyahoga. This exciting chip-timed road running event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities to enjoy a scenic route through the vibrant Lee Road and Coventry merchant districts. Runners can choose from three distances: the fast-paced 10k, the engaging 5k, or the delightful 1 Mile Fun Run.
Join in the festive atmosphere where crowd support will keep you motivated, and don't forget to dress up for a chance to win in the happiest costume contest around! With awards for top finishers in various categories and exciting prizes from local sponsors, this event is all about celebrating health and happiness. Plus, proceeds will benefit the Cleveland Heights Youth Scholarship Fund, making your participation even more meaningful. Mark your calendars for a day filled with smiles, camaraderie, and memorable moments—come for the run and stay for the fun!
Join in the festive atmosphere where crowd support will keep you motivated, and don't forget to dress up for a chance to win in the happiest costume contest around! With awards for top finishers in various categories and exciting prizes from local sponsors, this event is all about celebrating health and happiness. Plus, proceeds will benefit the Cleveland Heights Youth Scholarship Fund, making your participation even more meaningful. Mark your calendars for a day filled with smiles, camaraderie, and memorable moments—come for the run and stay for the fun!
Organiser's Description
It's back! The City of Cleveland Heights and its merchants invite you to the 9th annual Happy 10k, 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run. This chip-timed road running event will take you through the best of Cleveland Heights, including the Lee Road and Coventry merchant districts. Flat and fast with plenty of crowd support along the way, proceeds for the event go to support the Cleveland Heights Youth Scholarship Fund.
This run is open to all ages and abilities, as well as a chip-timed race for the competitive runner. Dress up for your run and you'll automatically be entered into the happiest costume contest around. Happy dogs and strollers welcome too!
SATURDAY PACKET PICK UP:
* 1 to 4pm at the Wine Spot*
* *you may also pick up race morning.
SUNDAY RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:00 - Race Day Pick Up and Registration Begins
* 9:15a - 1 Mile Fun Run Begins
* 10:00a - 5k & 10k begins
* Awards to follow! Planning around 10:50am.
YOUR 10K, 5K & 1 MILE INCLUDES:
* Soft-fit, Happy T-shirt (optional purchase for 1 Mile)
* HAPPIEST FINISHER MEDAL TO ALL RUNNERS
* Happy Race Bib!
* 1 beverage ticket
* Race photos
* Chip Timed race and awards
Come for the RUN & Stay for the FUN!
COURSE MAP: LINK TO COURSE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37284851]
AWARDS AND PRIZES
* Top Finishers Awards with added Prizes from Urban Haven! [https://theurbanhaven.com/]
* Top 3 Male and Female
* Top 3 Age Group 10 and Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 & Over
This run is open to all ages and abilities, as well as a chip-timed race for the competitive runner. Dress up for your run and you'll automatically be entered into the happiest costume contest around. Happy dogs and strollers welcome too!
SATURDAY PACKET PICK UP:
* 1 to 4pm at the Wine Spot*
* *you may also pick up race morning.
SUNDAY RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:00 - Race Day Pick Up and Registration Begins
* 9:15a - 1 Mile Fun Run Begins
* 10:00a - 5k & 10k begins
* Awards to follow! Planning around 10:50am.
YOUR 10K, 5K & 1 MILE INCLUDES:
* Soft-fit, Happy T-shirt (optional purchase for 1 Mile)
* HAPPIEST FINISHER MEDAL TO ALL RUNNERS
* Happy Race Bib!
* 1 beverage ticket
* Race photos
* Chip Timed race and awards
Come for the RUN & Stay for the FUN!
COURSE MAP: LINK TO COURSE [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37284851]
AWARDS AND PRIZES
* Top Finishers Awards with added Prizes from Urban Haven! [https://theurbanhaven.com/]
* Top 3 Male and Female
* Top 3 Age Group 10 and Under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 & Over
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