Lake Festival 5k
- Date Sat 26th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Celina, Ohio
- Price $17.65
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Lake Festival 5K, happening on Saturday, July 26th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Celina, Mercer County, Ohio! This exciting event begins and ends at the corner of Ash & Lakeshore Drive, taking participants along a certified out-and-back course that showcases the stunning views of Grand Lake. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your fitness journey, the Lake Festival 5K welcomes everyone, with pre-registration fees as low as $15 for those who sign up early. Families can rejoice, as kids 14 and under can participate for free!
Participants will enjoy chip timing for accurate results, water stations along the route, and refreshments at the finish line. Compete for the chance to earn medals in various age categories and special awards for the youngest and oldest runners, as well as for those who travel the furthest to join the fun. Don’t miss out on being part of the Mercer Health 5K Challenge, which includes a series of seven exciting events throughout the summer! Join the community, celebrate fitness, and make memories at this vibrant festival.
Participants will enjoy chip timing for accurate results, water stations along the route, and refreshments at the finish line. Compete for the chance to earn medals in various age categories and special awards for the youngest and oldest runners, as well as for those who travel the furthest to join the fun. Don’t miss out on being part of the Mercer Health 5K Challenge, which includes a series of seven exciting events throughout the summer! Join the community, celebrate fitness, and make memories at this vibrant festival.
Organiser's Description
LAKE FESTIVAL 5K
SATURDAY, JULY 26TH, 2025
LOCATION
Begins and ends at the corner of Ash & Lakeshore Dr, Celina, OH. A certified out and back course along Grand Lake
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by July 25th, 2025
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by July 7th, 2025
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt. 6:45am-7:45am at the race
14 & Under are free for 2025!
If you've missed the July 7th shirt deadline and still like to order a shirt, follow this link for the Lake Festival 5k webstore https://mcsports.chipply.com/celinalakefestival5k/store.aspx?eid=313847
AWARDS
Medals to top three male and female runners
Medals to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group
Special awards for the runner coming from the furthest distance. Also awards for the youngest and the oldest runners.
Awards provided for setting new course records (Male: Tibor Vegh 2011 15:08.71 and Female Kristina Vegh 2011 17:51.11)
Age Groups Male and Female: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
All Runners
Chip Timing for 2025
Water on the course
Splits at 1 Mile and 2 Mile Marks
Refreshments at the finish
Restrooms at the park
BE A PART OF THE MERCER HEALTH 5K CHALLENGE
* The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
* Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
* The Challenge season will begin with the Zuma 5k on June 14th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 2nd
* Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 2nd
Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2025 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma June 14th
Country Fest - June 28th
Redskin Classic July 6th
Shanes Crossing July 12th
St. Clair July 19th
Lake Festival July 26th
Buzzards Glory 5k August 2nd
SATURDAY, JULY 26TH, 2025
LOCATION
Begins and ends at the corner of Ash & Lakeshore Dr, Celina, OH. A certified out and back course along Grand Lake
ENTRY FEES
Pre-Registration without a shirt is $15.00 if registered by July 25th, 2025
Pre-Registration with a shirt is $30.00 if registered by July 7th, 2025
Race-Day Registration is $20.00 without a shirt. 6:45am-7:45am at the race
14 & Under are free for 2025!
If you've missed the July 7th shirt deadline and still like to order a shirt, follow this link for the Lake Festival 5k webstore https://mcsports.chipply.com/celinalakefestival5k/store.aspx?eid=313847
AWARDS
Medals to top three male and female runners
Medals to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each age group
Special awards for the runner coming from the furthest distance. Also awards for the youngest and the oldest runners.
Awards provided for setting new course records (Male: Tibor Vegh 2011 15:08.71 and Female Kristina Vegh 2011 17:51.11)
Age Groups Male and Female: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
All Runners
Chip Timing for 2025
Water on the course
Splits at 1 Mile and 2 Mile Marks
Refreshments at the finish
Restrooms at the park
BE A PART OF THE MERCER HEALTH 5K CHALLENGE
* The Challenge will be made up of 7 events.
* Online registrations will be available for all races, with the opportunity to save money by preregistering for all 7 events
* The Challenge season will begin with the Zuma 5k on June 14th and end at the Buzzard's Glory 5K on August 2nd
* Challenge shirts and awards will be available at the Buzzards Glory 5k on August 2nd
Use the "Bundle" Option at registration to sign up for all 7 races at a discounted price!
2025 Mercer Health 5K Challenge Schedule
Zuma June 14th
Country Fest - June 28th
Redskin Classic July 6th
Shanes Crossing July 12th
St. Clair July 19th
Lake Festival July 26th
Buzzards Glory 5k August 2nd
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