Lake Community Hope 5k and Fun Run

  • Date Sun 23rd August 2026
  • Time 6:30AM EDT
  • Location Uniontown, Ohio
  • Price Free - $39.95
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 3rd Annual Lake Community Hope 5K and Fun Run on Sunday, August 23, 2026, in Uniontown, Stark! This exciting event, hosted in partnership with the Lake Community YMCA, aims to raise funds for the Lake Community Hope Scholarship Fund in memory of Melissa, Renee, Amber, and Evan. Participants can look forward to a new course route this year, making it perfect for competitive runners, joggers, power walkers, and those who simply want to enjoy a leisurely stroll. The 5K will feature a chip timing system to keep track of your performance, while the fun run is designed for younger kids and those who wish to cheer on the runners.

Don't miss the chance to get your hands on a stylish unisex shirt if you're among the first 200 registrants! Early packet pickup will be available at the Uniontown Lions Festival from August 19-22, making it easy to grab your materials before the big day. Be ready to kick off the festivities with an opening ceremony at 7:45 AM, followed by the Fun Run at 8:00 AM and the 5K at 8:10 AM. Celebrate your achievements at the awards ceremony at 9:00

Organiser's Description

The 3rd annual Lake Community Hope 5k run/walk and fun run will be on 8/23/26. This event will occur in the Lake Community with the partnership of the Lake Community YMCA, to raise money for the Lake Community Hope Scholarship Fund in Memory of Melissa, Renee, Amber and Evan.

This year we will feature a new course route and the opportunity for more sponsors and vendors to participate.
The 5k is designed for both competitive runners, joggers, power walkers and those just out for a stroll. The 5k will feature a chip timing system.

The fun run is great for younger kiddos and those that want to participate but also want to cheer on the 5k event or even volunteer.



Shirt:
The first 200 people to register will receive a unisex shirt.
-Youth Small to Large
-Adult Small to 3X-Large
-No shirt option - "No shirt for me please. I'd like to donate the cost of my shirt to the scholarship."



EARLY PACKET PICKUP:
Will be at the Uniontown Lions Festival (Hartville Marketplace and Flea Market)
August 19-22 from 6-8pm
1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632



EVENT DAY PACKET PICKUP:
Will be near the start line which will be located behind the Lake Community YMCA from 6:30-7:30am
428 King Church Ave SW, Hartville, OH 44632 (by tennis courts)



SCHEDULE:
6:30-7:30 AM - Event Day Packet Pickup/Registration
7:45 AM - Opening Ceremony and Announcements
8:00 AM - Fun Run Starts
8:10 AM - 5K Starts
9:00 AM - Awards Ceremony



AWARDS:
_5K Run/Walk_
Top 3 Overall Men & Women
Top 3 Men & Women in the following age groups 1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+

_5K Competitive Walking_
Top 1 Overall Men & Women Walker

Races

  • Fun Run

    Incl. $3.95 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $23.95

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $4.95 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd August 2026 (8:10AM EDT)

    $39.95

  • 5K Competitive Walk

    Incl. $4.95 Fee & Unisex T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd August 2026 (8:10AM EDT)

    $39.95

  • Volunteer

    Incl. Unisex T-Shirt

    Sun 23rd August 2026 (6:30AM EDT)

    Free

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Location

Lake Community YMCA, 428 King Church Avenue Northwest, Uniontown, 44685, OH, United States

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