JuJu's Dino Dash
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location North Olmsted, Ohio
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the heartwarming JuJu's Dino Dash on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in North Olmsted, Cuyahoga! This uplifting event honors the memory of Julian Myles Wood, a vibrant three-year-old whose life was tragically cut short. Participants can choose between a fun 5K run or walk and a 1-mile run/walk, with race festivities kicking off at 9:00 AM after a FREE Kid's Dash for ages 8 and under at 8:45 AM.
The JuJu's Dino Dash is not just about running; it's a celebration of community and support, with all proceeds going toward scholarships and initiatives that empower local youth. Runners can look forward to a commemorative race t-shirt, a custom race bib, and a delightful dinosaur-themed rubber bracelet for the first 800 participants! Enjoy snacks, refreshments, and exciting raffle prizes as you dash through the course. Dressing up like a dinosaur is highly encouraged, so bring your spirit and enthusiasm for a day filled with fun and purpose! Don't miss out on this special event designed to create lasting memories and make a positive impact.
The JuJu's Dino Dash is not just about running; it's a celebration of community and support, with all proceeds going toward scholarships and initiatives that empower local youth. Runners can look forward to a commemorative race t-shirt, a custom race bib, and a delightful dinosaur-themed rubber bracelet for the first 800 participants! Enjoy snacks, refreshments, and exciting raffle prizes as you dash through the course. Dressing up like a dinosaur is highly encouraged, so bring your spirit and enthusiasm for a day filled with fun and purpose! Don't miss out on this special event designed to create lasting memories and make a positive impact.
Organiser's Description
ON JUNE 3RD, 2024, JULIAN MYLES WOOD (3 YRS OLD) LOST HIS LIFE IN AN UNPROVOKED ACT OF VIOLENCE.
JULIAN'S PARENTS ORGANIZED THIS 5K TO HONOR HIS MEMORY, CELEBRATE HIS LIFE, AND GIVE BACK IN HIS NAME.
ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS AND FUND INITIATIVES THAT GIVE BACK TO THE YOUTH IN OUR COMMUNITY!
THIS YEAR'S RACE LOGO WAS DESIGNED BY DAVID SPENCER @ THE MISCHIEF FACTORY [https://www.mischief-factory.com/]!
START TIMES
Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 8:00am
FREE Kid's Dash (Ages 8 & Under): 8:45am
5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk race start time: 9:00am
Post race awards: Approximately 10:00am
DISTANCES
5K (run or walk)
1 Mile (run or walk)
TIMING
5K: MyLaps BibTag chip timing
1 Mile: Untimed
REGISTRATION
Race-day registration/packet pickup begins at 8:00am inside the North Olmsted football stadium (27301 Butternut Ridge Rd, North Olmsted, OH 44070)
If you are mailing in your form, please make checks payable to "Hermes Sports and Events ". Must be received by Wednesday, April 15
Mail to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
FEES
Pre-registration:
$35
_FAMILY RATE: FAMILIES OF 3-8 PEOPLE LIVING AT THE SAME ADDRESS SAVE $5 PER FAMILY MEMBER!_
Race Day Registration:
$40
_***THE 8:45AM KID'S DASH IS FREE FOR THOSE KIDS 8 & UNDER!_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Dick's Sporting Goods - Great Northern Mall (200 Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, OH 44070)
Thursday, April 16
4-6pm
AWARDS
Top 5 Male and Female overall runners in the 5K
WHAT YOU GET
- A commemorative JuJu race t-shirt (GUARANTEED TO THOSE REGISTERED THRU APRIL 5. AFTER THE 5TH, SIZES WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THEY ARE SOLD OUT)
- A commemorative JuJu race bib with chip timed results for the 5K.
- Custom JuJu dinosaur rubber bracelet (GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST 800 TO PICK UP)
- Snacks and refreshments after the race
- Raffle prizes - $1 per ticket, 5 for $5, 25 tickets for $20
_DRESSING LIKE A DINOSAUR IS DEFINITELY ENCOURAGED!_
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
JULIAN'S PARENTS ORGANIZED THIS 5K TO HONOR HIS MEMORY, CELEBRATE HIS LIFE, AND GIVE BACK IN HIS NAME.
ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS AND FUND INITIATIVES THAT GIVE BACK TO THE YOUTH IN OUR COMMUNITY!
THIS YEAR'S RACE LOGO WAS DESIGNED BY DAVID SPENCER @ THE MISCHIEF FACTORY [https://www.mischief-factory.com/]!
START TIMES
Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 8:00am
FREE Kid's Dash (Ages 8 & Under): 8:45am
5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk race start time: 9:00am
Post race awards: Approximately 10:00am
DISTANCES
5K (run or walk)
1 Mile (run or walk)
TIMING
5K: MyLaps BibTag chip timing
1 Mile: Untimed
REGISTRATION
Race-day registration/packet pickup begins at 8:00am inside the North Olmsted football stadium (27301 Butternut Ridge Rd, North Olmsted, OH 44070)
If you are mailing in your form, please make checks payable to "Hermes Sports and Events ". Must be received by Wednesday, April 15
Mail to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 W. 11th St. Suite 2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
FEES
Pre-registration:
$35
_FAMILY RATE: FAMILIES OF 3-8 PEOPLE LIVING AT THE SAME ADDRESS SAVE $5 PER FAMILY MEMBER!_
Race Day Registration:
$40
_***THE 8:45AM KID'S DASH IS FREE FOR THOSE KIDS 8 & UNDER!_
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
Dick's Sporting Goods - Great Northern Mall (200 Great Northern Mall, North Olmsted, OH 44070)
Thursday, April 16
4-6pm
AWARDS
Top 5 Male and Female overall runners in the 5K
WHAT YOU GET
- A commemorative JuJu race t-shirt (GUARANTEED TO THOSE REGISTERED THRU APRIL 5. AFTER THE 5TH, SIZES WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THEY ARE SOLD OUT)
- A commemorative JuJu race bib with chip timed results for the 5K.
- Custom JuJu dinosaur rubber bracelet (GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST 800 TO PICK UP)
- Snacks and refreshments after the race
- Raffle prizes - $1 per ticket, 5 for $5, 25 tickets for $20
_DRESSING LIKE A DINOSAUR IS DEFINITELY ENCOURAGED!_
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
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