Kent State Run
4.0 ·
2 reviews
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Past event
12:00 PM EDT
Kent, Ohio
$11.60–$22.20 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the second annual Kent State Run on Saturday, September 7, 2024, in the vibrant city of Kent, Portage! This exciting event kicks off at The Water Street Tavern, where participants will gather for registration and packet pick-up starting at 11:00 AM. Runners and walkers of all ages can enjoy a scenic 5K route through downtown Kent and the beautiful Kent State campus, culminating in a post-race celebration at the stadium.
The race begins at noon, followed by an awards ceremony and a tailgate party at 12:30 PM, leading up to the highly anticipated kickoff of the Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Saint Francis Red Flashes football game at 2:30 PM. Each participant will receive a replica Kent State football jersey (available for the first 200 registrants) and a ticket to the thrilling game. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a great day of running, community, and college football! Register early to secure your spot and jersey, and join in on the excitement!
The race begins at noon, followed by an awards ceremony and a tailgate party at 12:30 PM, leading up to the highly anticipated kickoff of the Kent State Golden Flashes vs. Saint Francis Red Flashes football game at 2:30 PM. Each participant will receive a replica Kent State football jersey (available for the first 200 registrants) and a ticket to the thrilling game. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a great day of running, community, and college football! Register early to secure your spot and jersey, and join in on 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 closed12:00 PM EDT
$11.60
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5k - Non Student
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Replica Jersey
Entries closed12:00 PM 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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