Helping Hands Hero 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 22nd August 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Cleveland, Ohio
  • Price $11.60 - $27.50
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Helping Hands Hero 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in beautiful Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This exciting event invites participants to run or walk to support The Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation's Helping Hands Initiative, which provides vital equipment for children that isn't covered by insurance. Whether you choose to run the 5K, participate in the 1 Mile Walk, or join the fun with the Kids Fun Dash, you'll be making a meaningful difference in the lives of young patients.

The day kicks off at 7:30 a.m. with race day registration and packet pick-up, followed by the Hero 50-yard dash for kids at 8:00 a.m. and the Sidekick 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk at 8:30 a.m. Registration includes access to the Zoo for the entire day, making it a fantastic outing for families and supporters. With various registration options available, including virtual participation for those unable to attend in person, everyone can join in on the fun! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a day filled with community spirit and family-friendly activities!

Organiser's Description

Join us on August 22, 2026 (in person or virtually) as we raise funds for The Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation Helping Hands Initiative to provide necessary equipment that is not covered by insurance, such as but not limited to: safe standard car seats, electrical lines for ventilators, helmets and various adaptive equipment.



SPONSOR A HERO

Donate to give our patients and Lerner school students at The Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation a chance to participate on race day in the Kids Fun Dash or 1 Mile Walk with their caregiver!

So many of our patients would love the chance to come out to the Zoo and show off all the amazing progress they are making in their therapy sessions and enjoy a day at the Zoo after the events!

Three options to choose:

* $25 - Kids Fun Dash - patient and caregiver included in this price
* $30 - 1 -Mile Walk - patient and caregiver included in this price
* $20 - Virtual Option - this category is designed specifically for our patients that cannot leave the hospital to attend the race in person! These patients - will be provided with the chance to participate in a special event at the hospital the day before the race!

https://give.ccf.org/sponsorahero



START TIMES
7:30 a.m. - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up
8:00 am - Hero 50 yard dash for kids
8:30 a.m.- Sidekick 5k Run/Walk and 1 mile walk



REGISTRATION FEES
Race Admission includes access to the Zoo for the entire day!

Dri-Fit Race Tech shirt - available for purchase

HERO 50-YARD DASH/ROLL - 2-10 yrs, 2-18 yrs with assistive devices - $15

5K RUN/WALK -
$25 before April 1st
$30 before June 1st
$40 through race day

1 MILE WALK - $20

FAMILY - $75 - includes 2 adults and 2 children (to receive discount, register 2 adults and 2 children in the same transaction and select "multiperson pricing" before continuing to the next page)

SPECTATORS - $10

IF A CHILD IS PARTICIPATING IN THE 50-YARD KIDS FUN DASH AN ADULT NEEDS TO BE PRESENT WITH THEM AND PURCHASE A SPECTATOR TICKET.

Children under the age of 2 are free



Please make checks payable to: Hermes Sports & Events
Mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 W. 11th Street Suite #2
Cleveland, OH 44113

_All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Wednesday, August 21._



AWARDS (5K Only)
Top 3 male and 3 female overall as well as the top three male and female in the following age categories:
15 & Under, 16-22, 23-30, 31-39, 40-49, 50 & Over

Top CCCHR employee
Best Costume - 1 child and 1 adult



MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.

Races

  • Hero 50 Yard Dash for Kids

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $16.90

    OPENS 09 FEB
    For 2-10 year olds and 2-18 year old with assistive devices
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 09 FEB
  • 1 Mile Walk

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.20

    OPENS 09 FEB
  • Virtual Hero Dash

    Incl. $1.72 Fee

    $13.72

    OPENS 09 FEB
  • Virtual 5k Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    $27.50

    OPENS 09 FEB
  • Spectator

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)

    $11.60

    OPENS 09 FEB

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Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States

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