Kent State Run
4.0 ·
2 reviews
Saturday, September 16, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Kent, Ohio
$11.60–$22.20 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun, fitness, and football at the second annual Kent State Run on Saturday, September 16, 2023, in beautiful Kent, Portage! This vibrant event kicks off with registration and packet pick-up at The Water Street Tavern at 11:00 AM, followed by a lively 5K run/walk starting at noon. Participants will enjoy a scenic route through downtown Kent and the Kent State campus, culminating at the stadium where a post-race celebration awaits.
As a bonus, runners will have the chance to cheer on the Golden Flashes as they take on the Saint Francis Red Flashes in their home opener, with the kickoff set for 2:30 PM. Each participant will receive a limited-edition replica Kent State Football jersey (available for the first 200 registrants) and a ticket to the game! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to combine fitness and football while enjoying a fantastic day with friends and family. Sign up today and be part of the excitement!
As a bonus, runners will have the chance to cheer on the Golden Flashes as they take on the Saint Francis Red Flashes in their home opener, with the kickoff set for 2:30 PM. Each participant will receive a limited-edition replica Kent State Football jersey (available for the first 200 registrants) and a ticket to the game! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to combine fitness and football while enjoying a fantastic day with friends and family. Sign up today and be part of the excitement!
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4.02 reviews
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Ryan Doctor
Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
Nice run I got a flag and tickets to the Kent State game. The run itself was mostly in shade for runners. I would definitely race again.
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Ryan Doctor
Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
The run had a lot of shade. I received a flag and tickets to the Kent State football game which was cool. I would race again.
Races
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5k - Kent State Student
Incl. $1.60 Fee & Replica Jersey
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$11.60
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5k - Non Student
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Replica Jersey
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$22.20
Organiser's description
Join Kent State Athletics for the second annual Kent State Run! Start at The Water Street Tavern, run through downtown Kent and campus, and finish at the stadium for a post-race party and watch the Golden Flashes take on the Saint Francis Red Flashes in their 2024 home opener.
START TIME
Water Street Hangout/Registration & Packet Pick Up - 11:00am
5K Run/Walk - 12:00am
Tailgate/Awards Ceremony - 12:30pm
Kickoff - 2:30pm
DISTANCE
5K Run/Walk
TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
REGISTRATION
Kent State Student
$10
Non Student
$20
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday September 4, 2024
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
THERE WILL BE NO PAPER FORMS/CASH ACCEPTED ON RACE DAY!
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Replica Kent State Football jersey (_limited to the first 200 participants, so register early to guarantee your jersey!_)
1 ticket to the Kent State vs. Saint Francis Red Flashes football game
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
*DOGS ARE ALLOWED BUT WE ASK THAT YOU LINE UP AT THE BACK AND HAVE A SHORT LEASH.
START TIME
Water Street Hangout/Registration & Packet Pick Up - 11:00am
5K Run/Walk - 12:00am
Tailgate/Awards Ceremony - 12:30pm
Kickoff - 2:30pm
DISTANCE
5K Run/Walk
TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
REGISTRATION
Kent State Student
$10
Non Student
$20
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday September 4, 2024
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
THERE WILL BE NO PAPER FORMS/CASH ACCEPTED ON RACE DAY!
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Replica Kent State Football jersey (_limited to the first 200 participants, so register early to guarantee your jersey!_)
1 ticket to the Kent State vs. Saint Francis Red Flashes football game
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933
*DOGS ARE ALLOWED BUT WE ASK THAT YOU LINE UP AT THE BACK AND HAVE A SHORT LEASH.
Location
Water Street Tavern, 132 S. Water St, Kent, 44240, OH, United States
Kent State Run
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