Cleveland Metroparks Lantern Festival 5K Presented by CrossCountry Mortgage
- Date Tue 21st July 2026
- Time 8:30PM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to light up your summer at the Cleveland Metroparks Lantern Festival 5K on Tuesday, July 21, 2026! Set in the scenic Cleveland, Cuyahoga, this vibrant event promises an unforgettable experience as participants race through the enchanting displays of the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Although registration for runners is officially sold out, spectators are warmly invited to join the fun by purchasing tickets to cheer on their favorite participants.
The race features a thrilling 5K and a 1-mile walk, showcasing over 70 larger-than-life, colorful lantern displays that will illuminate the night. Both events kick off with registration at 7 PM, followed by the 5K and 1-mile run/walk starting at 8:30 PM. Participants will enjoy custom race t-shirts, medals, and post-race refreshments, along with a special admission to the zoo from 7 PM to 10 PM. Don’t miss out on this exciting night of community and celebration in the heart of Cleveland Metroparks!
The race features a thrilling 5K and a 1-mile walk, showcasing over 70 larger-than-life, colorful lantern displays that will illuminate the night. Both events kick off with registration at 7 PM, followed by the 5K and 1-mile run/walk starting at 8:30 PM. Participants will enjoy custom race t-shirts, medals, and post-race refreshments, along with a special admission to the zoo from 7 PM to 10 PM. Don’t miss out on this exciting night of community and celebration in the heart of Cleveland Metroparks!
Organiser's Description
Due to the safety of runners and the limited capacity of the course, we are unable allow any more registrants into the race as this event is officially sold out. SPECTATORS CAN STILL PURCHASE TICKETS WITH THE LINK HERE [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets?keyword=DailyAdmission].
Although we are sold out for this race, we have other races in the Cleveland Metroparks Race Series which can be found HERE [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/about/cleveland-metroparks-organization/race-series].
We apologize for any inconvenience and truly appreciate your understanding. We hope you will consider joining us at one of our upcoming races, and look forward to seeing you at a future event!
Experience more than 70 larger-than-life, colorful displays throughout the race route through the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
Registration Info:
Pre-registration through July 18 - $30
Registration for July 19 to Race Day - $35
THIS RACE IS SOLD OUT
WHAT YOU GET (5K & 1 MILE):
Custom race t-shirt
Participant Medal
Post-race refreshments
Admission to the zoo from 7 pm to 10 pm the evening of the race
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Monday, July 20th from 11 am - 1 pm
Hermes Sports & Events
Address: 2425 W 11th St #2
Cleveland, OH 44113
Race Day Info:
Packet pick-up/Registration: 7:00 PM
5k & 1 Mile Run/Walk: 8:30 PM
Timing:
5K: Chip Timed
1 Mile Walk: Untimed
Race Day Registration is online only!
Supporter Information
ALL supporters wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo, even if you are a zoo member.
Ticket prices are $22.50.
Admissions will be on hand to scan the online ticket on race day once it's purchased. The box office will not be open.
Supporters must purchase tickets online only with the link below:
CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO ONLINE TICKETS FOR NIGHT OF RACE [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets?keyword=DailyAdmission]
STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED, BUT NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE ZOO.
Although we are sold out for this race, we have other races in the Cleveland Metroparks Race Series which can be found HERE [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/about/cleveland-metroparks-organization/race-series].
We apologize for any inconvenience and truly appreciate your understanding. We hope you will consider joining us at one of our upcoming races, and look forward to seeing you at a future event!
Experience more than 70 larger-than-life, colorful displays throughout the race route through the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
Registration Info:
Pre-registration through July 18 - $30
Registration for July 19 to Race Day - $35
THIS RACE IS SOLD OUT
WHAT YOU GET (5K & 1 MILE):
Custom race t-shirt
Participant Medal
Post-race refreshments
Admission to the zoo from 7 pm to 10 pm the evening of the race
EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Monday, July 20th from 11 am - 1 pm
Hermes Sports & Events
Address: 2425 W 11th St #2
Cleveland, OH 44113
Race Day Info:
Packet pick-up/Registration: 7:00 PM
5k & 1 Mile Run/Walk: 8:30 PM
Timing:
5K: Chip Timed
1 Mile Walk: Untimed
Race Day Registration is online only!
Supporter Information
ALL supporters wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo, even if you are a zoo member.
Ticket prices are $22.50.
Admissions will be on hand to scan the online ticket on race day once it's purchased. The box office will not be open.
Supporters must purchase tickets online only with the link below:
CLEVELAND METROPARKS ZOO ONLINE TICKETS FOR NIGHT OF RACE [https://www.clevelandmetroparks.com/zoo/tickets-attractions/buy-tickets?keyword=DailyAdmission]
STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED, BUT NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE ZOO.
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Cleveland Metroparks Lantern Festival 5K Presented by CrossCountry Mortgage
