Global Running Day 5K!
- Date Wed 3rd June 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Toledo, Ohio
- Price Free - $10.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Global Running Day 5K on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Toledo, Lucas! This vibrant event, hosted at the picturesque Swan Creek Preserve Metropark, invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to join in the fun. Starting at 6:30 PM, the 5K features an all-purpose paved trail that includes an upper loop of approximately 1.7 miles, along with an out-and-back section. Families are encouraged to participate, and kids 12 and under can join for free with their guardians.
Registration is affordable, with fees set at just $5.00 for Toledo Roadrunners Club members and $10.00 for non-members. Plus, you can opt for a stylish unisex cotton blend shirt for an additional $13.00—be sure to register by May 25 to guarantee your shirt! Check-in begins at 5:30 PM at the Mary Jane Gill shelter, where you can also enjoy water, snacks, and exciting giveaways after the race. Whether you're running the full 5K or just tackling 1.7 miles, come celebrate the joy of running and the community spirit at this fantastic event!
Registration is affordable, with fees set at just $5.00 for Toledo Roadrunners Club members and $10.00 for non-members. Plus, you can opt for a stylish unisex cotton blend shirt for an additional $13.00—be sure to register by May 25 to guarantee your shirt! Check-in begins at 5:30 PM at the Mary Jane Gill shelter, where you can also enjoy water, snacks, and exciting giveaways after the race. Whether you're running the full 5K or just tackling 1.7 miles, come celebrate the joy of running and the community spirit at this fantastic event!
Organiser's Description
Celebrate Global Running Day with a 5K brought to you by the Toledo Roadrunners Club in partnership with Metroparks Toledo!
ALL kids 12 and under are free and should stay with guardians during the 5K. Children and families are welcome!
5K starts at 6:30pm. Also consider joining us at Kids Kilometers on June 6. Registration link - Kids Kilometers [https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Sylvania/KidsKilometers2021]
The 5K course at Swan Creek Preserve Metropark was funded and mapped by the Toledo Roadrunners Club! Let's enjoy it together! It is an all purpose paved trail, great for all ages and abilities. The course consists of an upper loop (approximately 1.7 miles) with the balance being an out and back. If you don't want to run or walk the full 5K, come out and complete 1.7 miles!
The event is $5.00 for Toledo Roadrunners Club members and $10.00 for non-members. $13.00 unisex cotton blend shirt add-on (see shirt below). Shirt guarantee ends on May 25. Online registration only. Online registration will be open until the start of the event. During registration, you'll be prompted to fill in "I Run ..." Let us know why you run! Have fun with it! It is optional.
Check-in at the Mary Jane Gill shelter. Check in starts at 5:30pm. The shelter is located south of the playground. Use the parking lot off Airport Highway.
There will be a clock set up. There are no awards.
Water and snacks will be available at the conclusion of event. There will also be some giveaways!
Do to the low cost and the t-shirt being an add on, race insurance is not offered for this event.
Mercy Health Toledo will provide onsite medical support.
ALL kids 12 and under are free and should stay with guardians during the 5K. Children and families are welcome!
5K starts at 6:30pm. Also consider joining us at Kids Kilometers on June 6. Registration link - Kids Kilometers [https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Sylvania/KidsKilometers2021]
The 5K course at Swan Creek Preserve Metropark was funded and mapped by the Toledo Roadrunners Club! Let's enjoy it together! It is an all purpose paved trail, great for all ages and abilities. The course consists of an upper loop (approximately 1.7 miles) with the balance being an out and back. If you don't want to run or walk the full 5K, come out and complete 1.7 miles!
The event is $5.00 for Toledo Roadrunners Club members and $10.00 for non-members. $13.00 unisex cotton blend shirt add-on (see shirt below). Shirt guarantee ends on May 25. Online registration only. Online registration will be open until the start of the event. During registration, you'll be prompted to fill in "I Run ..." Let us know why you run! Have fun with it! It is optional.
Check-in at the Mary Jane Gill shelter. Check in starts at 5:30pm. The shelter is located south of the playground. Use the parking lot off Airport Highway.
There will be a clock set up. There are no awards.
Water and snacks will be available at the conclusion of event. There will also be some giveaways!
Do to the low cost and the t-shirt being an add on, race insurance is not offered for this event.
Mercy Health Toledo will provide onsite medical support.
Races
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5K - Adults, Over 12
Incl. Unisex Soft Cotton Short Sleeve Tee
Wed 3rd June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$10.00
CLOSED -
5K - Kids, 12 & Under
Incl. Unisex Soft Cotton Short Sleeve Tee (Adult Sizes Only)
Wed 3rd June 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDFREE for all Kids 12 and under.
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