Lorain County Relay for Life 5K/1Mile
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Elyria, Ohio
- Price $12.15 - $33.35
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Lorain County Relay for Life 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the picturesque Lorain County Community College in Elyria, Lorain. This exciting event offers a fast and flat course perfect for runners of all levels, along with a kid-friendly fun run designed to engage younger participants. The day is packed with activities, including a classic car show, a vibrant kids' play zone featuring bounce houses, and a variety of delicious food trucks to satisfy your cravings.
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day filled with fun and community spirit, but your participation will also contribute to the fight against cancer, with all proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Registration opens at 7:00 AM, so make sure to arrive early to get your bib and T-shirt. Don't miss the opening ceremonies at 11:00 AM, followed by a survivor lunch and a host of exciting activities throughout the day, including raffles and awards for top finishers. Gather your friends, family, and coworkers to form a team and help us reach our fundraising goal of $85,000. Together, let’s make a difference while having an unforgettable time!
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day filled with fun and community spirit, but your participation will also contribute to the fight against cancer, with all proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Registration opens at 7:00 AM, so make sure to arrive early to get your bib and T-shirt. Don't miss the opening ceremonies at 11:00 AM, followed by a survivor lunch and a host of exciting activities throughout the day, including raffles and awards for top finishers. Gather your friends, family, and coworkers to form a team and help us reach our fundraising goal of $85,000. Together, let’s make a difference while having an unforgettable time!
Organiser's Description
Join us for a beautiful, 5K/1Mile run/walk and kid-friendly fun run at Lorain County Community College. The course is fast and flat and stick around after for a classic car show, kids play zone with bounce houses and activities. There will be food trucks along with silent auction and more. Join us for a day filled with fun activities and Fighting Cancer!
TEAMS - NEW THIS YEAR! Register a team under the "Teams" tab. Purchase the "Prepaid Membership Package". The cost is $100 for four entries. Perfect way to invite your businesses, coworkers, and family members.
EVENT TIMELINE
* 8:30 AM | Relay 5K and 1 Mile
* 9:30 AM | Kids Fun Run
* 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Relay Car Show
* 11:00 AM | Opening Ceremonies
* 12:00 PM | Survivor Lunch
* 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Kids Fest + Kids Car show with inflatables and touch a truck
* 4:30 PM | Luminaria
Food Trucks and raffles throughout the day as well!
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. Your support helps us reach our goal of raising $85,000.
Lorain county 5K/1Mile sponsorship donation link https://donate.cancer.org/g/llullxnomtahglwogmppvrfi/directed
Lorain County Relay for Life Website www.relayforlife.org/loraincounty [http://www.relayforlife.org/loraincounty]
RUNNER PERKS:
* 5K & 1 Mile participants will receive a t-Shirt and medal.
* Kids' Sprint participants will receive a medal.
* Awards for top 3 Male and Female 5K finishers - Goodr Sun Glasses
* Awards for top 3 Male and Female 5K finishers in each age group - Specialized Race Bottle.
COURSE MAPS
Courses will be measured. Distance reflected in map is GPS estimate.
* 5K - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45751346
* 1 MILE - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46872830
BIB/T-SHIRT PICK UP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Registration and Bib/T-shirt pick up starts at 7:00am on Saturday September 26th. Registration tent will be by the Start and Finish parking lot. Online registrations only. NO CASH OR CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS.
TEAMS - NEW THIS YEAR! Register a team under the "Teams" tab. Purchase the "Prepaid Membership Package". The cost is $100 for four entries. Perfect way to invite your businesses, coworkers, and family members.
EVENT TIMELINE
* 8:30 AM | Relay 5K and 1 Mile
* 9:30 AM | Kids Fun Run
* 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Relay Car Show
* 11:00 AM | Opening Ceremonies
* 12:00 PM | Survivor Lunch
* 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Kids Fest + Kids Car show with inflatables and touch a truck
* 4:30 PM | Luminaria
Food Trucks and raffles throughout the day as well!
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. Your support helps us reach our goal of raising $85,000.
Lorain county 5K/1Mile sponsorship donation link https://donate.cancer.org/g/llullxnomtahglwogmppvrfi/directed
Lorain County Relay for Life Website www.relayforlife.org/loraincounty [http://www.relayforlife.org/loraincounty]
RUNNER PERKS:
* 5K & 1 Mile participants will receive a t-Shirt and medal.
* Kids' Sprint participants will receive a medal.
* Awards for top 3 Male and Female 5K finishers - Goodr Sun Glasses
* Awards for top 3 Male and Female 5K finishers in each age group - Specialized Race Bottle.
COURSE MAPS
Courses will be measured. Distance reflected in map is GPS estimate.
* 5K - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45751346
* 1 MILE - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46872830
BIB/T-SHIRT PICK UP AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Registration and Bib/T-shirt pick up starts at 7:00am on Saturday September 26th. Registration tent will be by the Start and Finish parking lot. Online registrations only. NO CASH OR CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS.
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