Lakewood Summer Meltdown 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run and Walk
From Peace Racing
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Lakewood, Ohio
- Price $17.15 - $33.05
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the 18th Annual Lakewood Summer Meltdown, happening on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in the heart of Lakewood, Cuyahoga! Organized by Peace Racing, this exciting event features two fantastic races: the Meltdown 5K and the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk. Kicking off at 4 PM, participants can enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with live music, delicious food vendors, and a refreshing beer garden awaiting you at the finish line. The 5K race starts at 7 PM, offering a fast course with chip timing, official race t-shirts, and prizes for top finishers while showcasing stunning views of Lakewood's historic neighborhoods and Lake Erie.
Don’t miss out on the chance to join this beloved summer tradition, which serves as a fundraiser for LakewoodAlive. Secure your spot today! Early registrants can take advantage of discounted rates, with the first 50 signups at just $20, followed by a pre-sale rate of $30, and day-of registration at $35. For families looking for a more relaxed pace, the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk starts at 6 PM, priced at $15 per participant, and includes
Don’t miss out on the chance to join this beloved summer tradition, which serves as a fundraiser for LakewoodAlive. Secure your spot today! Early registrants can take advantage of discounted rates, with the first 50 signups at just $20, followed by a pre-sale rate of $30, and day-of registration at $35. For families looking for a more relaxed pace, the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk starts at 6 PM, priced at $15 per participant, and includes
Organiser's Description
Ready, sweat, go! Registration will open on Friday, March 13 for the 18th Annual Meltdown 5K Race and 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk, the centerpieces of LakewoodAlives Lakewood Summer Meltdown sponsored by Cox. The Lakewood Summer Meltdown takes place Saturday, July 18, from 4 - 10 PM on Detroit Avenue in Downtown Lakewood. The Meltdown 5K Race and the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk both serve as a fundraiser for LakewoodAlive.
This ever-popular staple of the Summer Meltdown draws hundreds of participants annuallyand for good reason! In addition to the usual race perks (fast course, chip timing, official race t-shirt, and prizes for top finishers), the Meltdown 5K offers a unique opportunity to participate in an evening race (7 PM start) with live music, food vendors, and a beer garden placed at the end of the course as a reward for your efforts. The course also offers fantastic views of Lakewoods historic neighborhoods and the opportunity to run alongside beautiful Lake Erie.
Secure your Meltdown 5k Race registration ASAP! When you buy early, you save! The first 50 signups will be discounted to $20 followed by a pre-sale rate of $30 and registration day-of $35.
_T-SHIRT GUARANTEED FOR ALL THAT REGISTER BY THURSDAY, JUNE 25TH 2026_
For Meltdown attendeesboth young and oldinterested in a more relaxed exercise experience, the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk precedes the Meltdown 5K at 6 PM. This crowd-pleasing event is priced at $15 per participant (includes a t-shirt) and is intended for participants of all ages.
Enjoy this fun summer tradition while showing your support for LakewoodAlive; we can't wait to see you at the race! On your marks, get set, register!
For more information regarding Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2025, please visit LakewoodAlive.org/Meltdown
This ever-popular staple of the Summer Meltdown draws hundreds of participants annuallyand for good reason! In addition to the usual race perks (fast course, chip timing, official race t-shirt, and prizes for top finishers), the Meltdown 5K offers a unique opportunity to participate in an evening race (7 PM start) with live music, food vendors, and a beer garden placed at the end of the course as a reward for your efforts. The course also offers fantastic views of Lakewoods historic neighborhoods and the opportunity to run alongside beautiful Lake Erie.
Secure your Meltdown 5k Race registration ASAP! When you buy early, you save! The first 50 signups will be discounted to $20 followed by a pre-sale rate of $30 and registration day-of $35.
_T-SHIRT GUARANTEED FOR ALL THAT REGISTER BY THURSDAY, JUNE 25TH 2026_
For Meltdown attendeesboth young and oldinterested in a more relaxed exercise experience, the 1 Mile Family Fun Run & Walk precedes the Meltdown 5K at 6 PM. This crowd-pleasing event is priced at $15 per participant (includes a t-shirt) and is intended for participants of all ages.
Enjoy this fun summer tradition while showing your support for LakewoodAlive; we can't wait to see you at the race! On your marks, get set, register!
For more information regarding Lakewood Summer Meltdown 2025, please visit LakewoodAlive.org/Meltdown
Races
Reviews
Done this event?
First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.
Add a reviewLocation
Intersection of Detroit & Belle Avenues, Lakewood, 44107, OH, United States
Who's In
See who else is doing this event
Doing
Lakewood Summer Meltdown 5K & 1 Mile Family Fun Run and Walk
