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
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting JuJu's Dino Dash on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in North Olmsted, Cuyahoga! This vibrant event is not just a race; it’s a heartfelt tribute to Julian Myles Wood, a spirited young boy whose memory we celebrate while giving back to our community. Participants can choose to take part in a 5K run or walk, or a fun 1-mile run/walk, making it accessible for everyone. Registration kicks off at 8:00 AM at the North Olmsted football stadium, with the FREE Kid's Dash for ages 8 and under starting at 8:45 AM. The main race will begin promptly at 9:00 AM, followed by post-race awards around 10:00 AM.
This year's event is particularly special, as all proceeds will support scholarships for local students and initiatives aimed at uplifting youth in our community. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a commemorative race t-shirt and a custom JuJu dinosaur rubber bracelet, alongside plenty of snacks and refreshments after the race. And remember, dressing like a dinosaur is highly encouraged! Gather your family and friends to make a difference while enjoying a spectacular day out. Join
This year's event is particularly special, as all proceeds will support scholarships for local students and initiatives aimed at uplifting youth in our community. Don’t miss out on the chance to receive a commemorative race t-shirt and a custom JuJu dinosaur rubber bracelet, alongside plenty of snacks and refreshments after the race. And remember, dressing like a dinosaur is highly encouraged! Gather your family and friends to make a difference while enjoying a spectacular day out. Join
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 MARCH 30)
- 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, 6 for $5
_DRESSING LIKE A DINOSAUR IS DEFINITELY ENCOURAGED!_
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at [email protected]
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 MARCH 30)
- 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, 6 for $5
_DRESSING LIKE A DINOSAUR IS DEFINITELY ENCOURAGED!_
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or email us at [email protected]
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