Florence Scott Libbey 419 5K
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Toledo, Ohio
- Price Free - $21.18
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1km, 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Florence Scott Libbey 419 5K on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the picturesque Ottawa Park, Toledo, Lucas. This exciting event celebrates the rich history of Toledo and honors the remarkable contributions of Florence Scott Libbey, a key figure in the city's development. Participants can choose to run either in person or virtually during the week leading up to the event, from April 12 to April 19. The 5K race kicks off at 9:05 AM, and all runners will receive a specially designed finisher medal inspired by Toledo's vibrant culture.
In addition to the main race, families can enjoy Ryder's 419 Kids Race at 8:45 AM, which is free for all young participants and features unique finisher medals designed by a local Toledo kid. Race day promises a festive atmosphere with costume contests, door prizes, and plenty of post-race refreshments. Be sure to wear your best Mrs. Libbey costume as you join in the fun and festivities! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to experience Toledo’s heritage while staying active and connected to the community. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day!
In addition to the main race, families can enjoy Ryder's 419 Kids Race at 8:45 AM, which is free for all young participants and features unique finisher medals designed by a local Toledo kid. Race day promises a festive atmosphere with costume contests, door prizes, and plenty of post-race refreshments. Be sure to wear your best Mrs. Libbey costume as you join in the fun and festivities! Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to experience Toledo’s heritage while staying active and connected to the community. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
SIGN UP FOR THE 2026 419 RACE, VIRTUAL OR IN PERSON, APRIL 18, 2026
CELEBRATE THE HISTORY OF THE 419 WITH A 5K THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS OF OTTAWA PARK, THE CITY OF TOLEDO'S FIRST AND LARGEST PARK. THE FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY 419 DAY RACE CELEBRATES TOLEDO HISTORY AND THE WOMAN WHO HELPED MAKE THE GLASS CITY GREAT!
HOLY TOLEDO
ONCE AGAIN MRS LIBBEY WILL BE ON HAND TO START THE EVENTS AND PRESENT YOU WITH A SPECIAL 2026 FINISHER MEDAL DESIGNED BY RYDER, INSPIRED BY TOLEDO.
MRS. OR MR. LIBBEY COSTUMES STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.
417 DAY- EARLY PACKET PICK UP & COSTUME PARTY DETAILS
CHANGE FOR 2026: FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 6-8:00 PM EARNEST BREW WORKS SOTOL LOCATION: 4342 S. DETROIT AVE., TOLEDO OHIO, 43614
ONE FREE BEVERAGE TO ANYONE WHO ATTENDS IN GILDED AGE COSTUME (or any costume).
417 DAY: #onthisday The anniversary of Florence's husband, Edward Drummond Libbey's birth.
UPDATES: FLORENCE HAS A VIRTUAL EVENT OPTION FOR THOSE FANS WHO CAN'T ATTEND IN PERSON. IF YOU SELECT THE VIRTUAL RACE YOU ARE WELCOME TO RUN ANYTIME AND ANYWHERE BETWEEN APRIL 12 AND APRIL 19. BE SURE TO SEND US PICTURES! ALL OTHER FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY RACE EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN PERSON ON SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
APRIL 18, 2026
8:45AM RYDER'S 419 KIDS RACE
FREE AND THE FIRST TOLEDO ROADRUNNERS KIDS RACE ORGANIZED BY AN ACTUAL TOLEDO KID!
ONCE AGAIN KIDS FINISHER MEDALS WILL BE DESIGNED BY THE KID HIMSELF.
RYDER'S 419 KIDS RACE SHIRTS ARE $10 EACH
9:05AM FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY 419 5K
RACE SHIRTS: UNISEX. SUPER SOFT, TRI-BLEND SHIRTS BY T-TOWN'S OWN PRINTED ON A LARK [https://www.facebook.com/printedonalark]
2026 Shirt Inspiration: Toledo Museum of Art Ancient Egyptology Curator of current exhibition CURSE [https://toledomuseum.org/exhibitions/cursed-the-power-of-magic-in-the-ancient-world]
AFTER MARCH 22ND THE PRICE INCREASES TO $20.08.
(Additional price increase may take place after April 2nd)
SHIRT DEADLINE IS APRIL 11, 2026
AFTER APRIL 11, WE HAVE A LIMITED SHIRT INVENTORY AVAILABLE UPON REGISTRATION. RACE DAY SHIRTS MAY BE AVAILABLE, ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS.
TIMING: SECOND SOLE TOLEDO - RACING
AWARDS UPDATE:
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OVERALL
*
MASTERS
*
GRAND MASTERS
AWARDS THANKS TO: PRINTED ON A LARK, SHAMAN AND THE BEAR, GRINDHRS COFFEE & COMMUNITY, , SECOND SOLE OF TOLEDO, DAVE'S RUNNING AND FLEET FEET TOLEDO.
POST RACE: DELICACIES AND HYDRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE
PRIZES: YES, DOOR PRIZES, RANDOM FUN TOLEDO NOSTALGIA TO THE OLDEST, YOUNGEST, BEST TOLEDO HISTORY COSTUME, AND TO ANYONE DRESSED AS MRS. LIBBEY!
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK JAMILYNN FOX, GARCIA SURVEYORS, SHAMAN & THE BEAR, AND TOM & GENIE WILES-FOR THEIR GENEROUS SPONSORSHIP! WE THINK FLORENCE WOULD APPROVE!
TOLEDO CRAFTED GOODIES PROVIDED BY:
*
SHAMAN AND THE BEAR MEDICINAL HERBAL TEAS [https://www.shamanandbear.com]
*
GRINDHRS COFFEE & COMMUNITY
PACKET PICK UP INFO:
APRIL 18 RACE DAY 8 AM-8:45 AM
THE FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY 419 RACE CELEBRATES TOLEDO HISTORY AND THE ICONS WHO HELPED MAKE T- TOWN GREAT! FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY, ALONG WITH HER HUSBAND EDWARD DRUMMOND LIBBEY, FOUNDED THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART. TOGETHER, THEIR LEGACY CONTINUES ON TODAY.
FLORENCE SCOTT WAS THE DAUGHTER, AND HEIRESS, OF THE WEALTHY MAURICE AND MARY JANE (TALLANT) SCOTT, AND THE GRANDDAUGHTER OF JESUP SCOTT, FOUNDER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO.
FLORENCE MARRIED EDWARD LIBBEY IN 1890, TWO YEARS AFTER HE ARRIVED IN TOLEDO TO RELOCATE HIS GLASS COMPANY. IN 1895 THE LIBBEY'S BUILT THEIR HOME IN TOLEDO'S FASHIONABLE OLD WEST END NEIGHBORHOOD, AT 2008 SCOTTWOOD AVENUE. IN 1912 THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART WAS BUILT ON LAND DONATED BY THE LIBBEY'S. IN FACT, FLORENCE AND EDWARD MARRIED AT THAT LOCATION, IN JUNE OF 1990, AT THE MANSION OF MAURICE AND MARY BROWN SCOTT.
FOLLOWING EDWARD LIBBEY'S DEATH IN 1925, MRS LIBBEY REMAINED AN ACTIVE CONTRIBUTOR IN HER OWN RIGHT TO TOLEDO CULTURE. IN THE MIDST OF THE GREAT DEPRESSION, MRS LIBBEY FUNDED THE PERISTYLE THEATER (1933) PROVIDING JOBS FOR OVER 2,000 FOLKS. TODAY THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART IS FREE TO ALL AND REGULARLY EARNS TOP STATE AND NATIONAL RECOGNITION. THE LIBBEY HOME AT 2008 SCOTTWOOD IS MANAGED BY THE LIBBEY HOUSE FOUNDATION [http://libbeyhouse.org/history-the-libbey-house/]AND IS LISTED AS A NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK.
FLORENCE, EDWARD LIBBEY, AND THEIR INFANT SON WILLIAM, ARE BURIED IN TOLEDO'S HISTORIC WOODLAWN CEMETERY & ARBORETUM [https://historic-woodlawn.com/toledo-s-historic-woodlawn-cemetery] ALONG WITH MANY OTHER TOLEDO GREATS.
419 WEEK IS FULL OF FUN AND DIVERSE EVENTS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND SMALL BUSINESSES. MARATHON MONTH STARTS WITH THE CRAZY LONG TRAINING RUN, LEADING TO FLORENCE'S 5K AND ENDS WITH MERCY HEALTH GLASS CITY MARATHON WEEKEND!
419 WEEK MARATHON MONTH EVENTS:
April 9, 6:30- 8PM Libbey House Salon Series [http://libbeyhouse.org/event/libbey-salon-spring-lecture-lecture-by-tedd-long-april-9/] Reams Vs. Licavoli Libbey House Foundation $10 Libbeyhouse.og
April 17 & April 18, 1-2PM Libbey Legacy Tour The Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion FREE
April 17, 6- 8PM #417Day Edward Drummond Libbey's Birthday COSTUME PARTY & Florence Scott Libbey Early Packet Pick Up Earnest Brew Works SOLTOL Location FREE
April 18, 8:45AM Florence Scott Libbey 419 5K & Ryders Free Kids Race Toledo Roadrunners https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Toledo/FlorenceScottLibbey4195K Ottawa Park Shelter House
April 18 9-5PM Model Con 419 @ Quality Inn Perrysburg
April 18 6PM Toledo Scribe Newspaper Spring Mixer @ The Assembly 101 N Summit St Scribe Spring Mixer Tickets [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-scribes-spring-art-spotlight-mixer-tickets-1982250243840?aff=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawRDn95leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyY0pLdDRVcXVIcnV0clo2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu__u2KYzGXFERK2y6jCcmAvYKL9rDjg2DqVLaXfuPLaync-Awc4249CwrgY_aem_FMPqU_bS3hO3Q4ceg1TspQ]
April 18, 11-3PM Edward Drummond Libbey's Birthday Celebration & Crystal Award Presentation at The Libbey House [http://libbeyhouse.org/event/mr-libbeys-birthday-celebration-april-18/] 2008 Scottwood FREE OPEN HOUSE -Libbey House Foundation
April 19, 2PM 419 Day Party @ Maumee Bay Brewing
April 24- 26 Mercy Health Glass City Marathon Weekend Events [https://glasscitymarathon.org/]
Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3348347594496506470]
CELEBRATE THE HISTORY OF THE 419 WITH A 5K THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS OF OTTAWA PARK, THE CITY OF TOLEDO'S FIRST AND LARGEST PARK. THE FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY 419 DAY RACE CELEBRATES TOLEDO HISTORY AND THE WOMAN WHO HELPED MAKE THE GLASS CITY GREAT!
HOLY TOLEDO
ONCE AGAIN MRS LIBBEY WILL BE ON HAND TO START THE EVENTS AND PRESENT YOU WITH A SPECIAL 2026 FINISHER MEDAL DESIGNED BY RYDER, INSPIRED BY TOLEDO.
MRS. OR MR. LIBBEY COSTUMES STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.
417 DAY- EARLY PACKET PICK UP & COSTUME PARTY DETAILS
CHANGE FOR 2026: FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 6-8:00 PM EARNEST BREW WORKS SOTOL LOCATION: 4342 S. DETROIT AVE., TOLEDO OHIO, 43614
ONE FREE BEVERAGE TO ANYONE WHO ATTENDS IN GILDED AGE COSTUME (or any costume).
417 DAY: #onthisday The anniversary of Florence's husband, Edward Drummond Libbey's birth.
UPDATES: FLORENCE HAS A VIRTUAL EVENT OPTION FOR THOSE FANS WHO CAN'T ATTEND IN PERSON. IF YOU SELECT THE VIRTUAL RACE YOU ARE WELCOME TO RUN ANYTIME AND ANYWHERE BETWEEN APRIL 12 AND APRIL 19. BE SURE TO SEND US PICTURES! ALL OTHER FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY RACE EVENTS TAKE PLACE IN PERSON ON SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
APRIL 18, 2026
8:45AM RYDER'S 419 KIDS RACE
FREE AND THE FIRST TOLEDO ROADRUNNERS KIDS RACE ORGANIZED BY AN ACTUAL TOLEDO KID!
ONCE AGAIN KIDS FINISHER MEDALS WILL BE DESIGNED BY THE KID HIMSELF.
RYDER'S 419 KIDS RACE SHIRTS ARE $10 EACH
9:05AM FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY 419 5K
RACE SHIRTS: UNISEX. SUPER SOFT, TRI-BLEND SHIRTS BY T-TOWN'S OWN PRINTED ON A LARK [https://www.facebook.com/printedonalark]
2026 Shirt Inspiration: Toledo Museum of Art Ancient Egyptology Curator of current exhibition CURSE [https://toledomuseum.org/exhibitions/cursed-the-power-of-magic-in-the-ancient-world]
AFTER MARCH 22ND THE PRICE INCREASES TO $20.08.
(Additional price increase may take place after April 2nd)
SHIRT DEADLINE IS APRIL 11, 2026
AFTER APRIL 11, WE HAVE A LIMITED SHIRT INVENTORY AVAILABLE UPON REGISTRATION. RACE DAY SHIRTS MAY BE AVAILABLE, ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS.
TIMING: SECOND SOLE TOLEDO - RACING
AWARDS UPDATE:
*
OVERALL
*
MASTERS
*
GRAND MASTERS
AWARDS THANKS TO: PRINTED ON A LARK, SHAMAN AND THE BEAR, GRINDHRS COFFEE & COMMUNITY, , SECOND SOLE OF TOLEDO, DAVE'S RUNNING AND FLEET FEET TOLEDO.
POST RACE: DELICACIES AND HYDRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE
PRIZES: YES, DOOR PRIZES, RANDOM FUN TOLEDO NOSTALGIA TO THE OLDEST, YOUNGEST, BEST TOLEDO HISTORY COSTUME, AND TO ANYONE DRESSED AS MRS. LIBBEY!
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK JAMILYNN FOX, GARCIA SURVEYORS, SHAMAN & THE BEAR, AND TOM & GENIE WILES-FOR THEIR GENEROUS SPONSORSHIP! WE THINK FLORENCE WOULD APPROVE!
TOLEDO CRAFTED GOODIES PROVIDED BY:
*
SHAMAN AND THE BEAR MEDICINAL HERBAL TEAS [https://www.shamanandbear.com]
*
GRINDHRS COFFEE & COMMUNITY
PACKET PICK UP INFO:
APRIL 18 RACE DAY 8 AM-8:45 AM
THE FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY 419 RACE CELEBRATES TOLEDO HISTORY AND THE ICONS WHO HELPED MAKE T- TOWN GREAT! FLORENCE SCOTT LIBBEY, ALONG WITH HER HUSBAND EDWARD DRUMMOND LIBBEY, FOUNDED THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART. TOGETHER, THEIR LEGACY CONTINUES ON TODAY.
FLORENCE SCOTT WAS THE DAUGHTER, AND HEIRESS, OF THE WEALTHY MAURICE AND MARY JANE (TALLANT) SCOTT, AND THE GRANDDAUGHTER OF JESUP SCOTT, FOUNDER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO.
FLORENCE MARRIED EDWARD LIBBEY IN 1890, TWO YEARS AFTER HE ARRIVED IN TOLEDO TO RELOCATE HIS GLASS COMPANY. IN 1895 THE LIBBEY'S BUILT THEIR HOME IN TOLEDO'S FASHIONABLE OLD WEST END NEIGHBORHOOD, AT 2008 SCOTTWOOD AVENUE. IN 1912 THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART WAS BUILT ON LAND DONATED BY THE LIBBEY'S. IN FACT, FLORENCE AND EDWARD MARRIED AT THAT LOCATION, IN JUNE OF 1990, AT THE MANSION OF MAURICE AND MARY BROWN SCOTT.
FOLLOWING EDWARD LIBBEY'S DEATH IN 1925, MRS LIBBEY REMAINED AN ACTIVE CONTRIBUTOR IN HER OWN RIGHT TO TOLEDO CULTURE. IN THE MIDST OF THE GREAT DEPRESSION, MRS LIBBEY FUNDED THE PERISTYLE THEATER (1933) PROVIDING JOBS FOR OVER 2,000 FOLKS. TODAY THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART IS FREE TO ALL AND REGULARLY EARNS TOP STATE AND NATIONAL RECOGNITION. THE LIBBEY HOME AT 2008 SCOTTWOOD IS MANAGED BY THE LIBBEY HOUSE FOUNDATION [http://libbeyhouse.org/history-the-libbey-house/]AND IS LISTED AS A NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK.
FLORENCE, EDWARD LIBBEY, AND THEIR INFANT SON WILLIAM, ARE BURIED IN TOLEDO'S HISTORIC WOODLAWN CEMETERY & ARBORETUM [https://historic-woodlawn.com/toledo-s-historic-woodlawn-cemetery] ALONG WITH MANY OTHER TOLEDO GREATS.
419 WEEK IS FULL OF FUN AND DIVERSE EVENTS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND SMALL BUSINESSES. MARATHON MONTH STARTS WITH THE CRAZY LONG TRAINING RUN, LEADING TO FLORENCE'S 5K AND ENDS WITH MERCY HEALTH GLASS CITY MARATHON WEEKEND!
419 WEEK MARATHON MONTH EVENTS:
April 9, 6:30- 8PM Libbey House Salon Series [http://libbeyhouse.org/event/libbey-salon-spring-lecture-lecture-by-tedd-long-april-9/] Reams Vs. Licavoli Libbey House Foundation $10 Libbeyhouse.og
April 17 & April 18, 1-2PM Libbey Legacy Tour The Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion FREE
April 17, 6- 8PM #417Day Edward Drummond Libbey's Birthday COSTUME PARTY & Florence Scott Libbey Early Packet Pick Up Earnest Brew Works SOLTOL Location FREE
April 18, 8:45AM Florence Scott Libbey 419 5K & Ryders Free Kids Race Toledo Roadrunners https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Toledo/FlorenceScottLibbey4195K Ottawa Park Shelter House
April 18 9-5PM Model Con 419 @ Quality Inn Perrysburg
April 18 6PM Toledo Scribe Newspaper Spring Mixer @ The Assembly 101 N Summit St Scribe Spring Mixer Tickets [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-scribes-spring-art-spotlight-mixer-tickets-1982250243840?aff=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawRDn95leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyY0pLdDRVcXVIcnV0clo2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu__u2KYzGXFERK2y6jCcmAvYKL9rDjg2DqVLaXfuPLaync-Awc4249CwrgY_aem_FMPqU_bS3hO3Q4ceg1TspQ]
April 18, 11-3PM Edward Drummond Libbey's Birthday Celebration & Crystal Award Presentation at The Libbey House [http://libbeyhouse.org/event/mr-libbeys-birthday-celebration-april-18/] 2008 Scottwood FREE OPEN HOUSE -Libbey House Foundation
April 19, 2PM 419 Day Party @ Maumee Bay Brewing
April 24- 26 Mercy Health Glass City Marathon Weekend Events [https://glasscitymarathon.org/]
Course map [https://www.strava.com/routes/3348347594496506470]
Races
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Ryder's 419 Kids Race
Sat 18th April 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
Free
Kids race medals designed by the kid himself Ryder Rush! -
Florence Scott Libbey 419 DAY 5K (Walkers Welcome)
Incl. $1.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:05AM EDT)
$21.18
Florence & Edward Drummond Libbey founded the Toledo Museum of Art and their endowment continues to fund the gem of the 419. http://libbeyhouse.org/history-the-libbeys/ Florence Scott Libbey's devoted husband Edward was born on April 17, 1854, in Chelsea Massachusetts. Edwards father, William Langdon Libbey operated a glass manufacturing plant. When his father died, Edward took over the business. It has been said that Edward wanted to become a preacher. Florence Scott Libbey was born in 1858 in New York to Maurice Scott and Mary Tallant Scott. Unfortunately Mary died sometime after Florence's birth. Florence's grandfather, Jesup Scott invested in land in the Toledo area and began soliciting businesses to come to Toledo to utilize our natural resources (natural gas and Silica) and water ways (Lake Erie and Maumee River). In 1888 Edward Libbey came to Toledo and built The Libbey Class Co. In 1890 he met Florence Scott, who by this time was a well educated art collector and heiress to the Scott fortune. Edward and Florence were married at Florence's father's mansion built on land she will later donate to build The Toledo Museum of Art. -
Virtual Florence Scott Libbey 419 DAY 5K (Virtual Race)
Incl. $1.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$21.18
For all you Toledo & Florence Libbey Fans, that may be out of town, or busy during the live/in person event- this is for you! Run between April 12-19 and submit your time through the race contact form. Well arrange for swag drop off, or mail to you.
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