Miracle On Erie Street 5K and Miracle Mile
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Willoughby, Ohio
- Price $40.46
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Miracle On Erie Street 5K and Miracle Mile, happening on Saturday, December 5th, 2026, in the charming town of Willoughby, Lake! This festive event kicks off the Christmas holiday weekend with a spirited 5K run/walk that has become a beloved tradition for locals and visitors alike. Celebrating its 11th year, this Christmas-themed race invites participants of all skill levels to join in the fun, with an optional 1-mile walk available for those who prefer a relaxed pace.
The course, which winds through some of Willoughby’s oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods, is mostly flat, making it perfect for seasoned athletes and newcomers looking to enjoy a cheerful day out. Participants will start and finish in downtown Willoughby, beautifully adorned after the holiday tree lighting ceremony, creating a magical atmosphere. After the race, runners can unwind with celebratory drinks, as each participant receives two drink tickets to use at local bars and restaurants. Join us for a day filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and the joy of giving back, as the Miracle On Erie Street supports those in need. Don't miss out on this festive occasion!
The course, which winds through some of Willoughby’s oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods, is mostly flat, making it perfect for seasoned athletes and newcomers looking to enjoy a cheerful day out. Participants will start and finish in downtown Willoughby, beautifully adorned after the holiday tree lighting ceremony, creating a magical atmosphere. After the race, runners can unwind with celebratory drinks, as each participant receives two drink tickets to use at local bars and restaurants. Join us for a day filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and the joy of giving back, as the Miracle On Erie Street supports those in need. Don't miss out on this festive occasion!
Organiser's Description
THE MIRACLE ON ERIE STREET 5K RUN/WALK IS BACK FOR 2026! IT WILL ONCE AGAIN KICK OFF WILLOUGHBY, OHIOS CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY WEEKEND THANKS TO ERIE STREET MIRACLES [https://www.eriestreetmiracles.com], A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION THAT SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER BY MAKING HUNDREDS OF CHRISTMAS MORNINGS POSSIBLE FOR THOSE IN NEED.
THE ANNUAL TRADITION OF A CHRISTMAS THEMED 5K IN DOWNTOWN WILLOUGHBY IS IN ITS 11TH YEAR (YEAH, ITS A BIG DEAL!). NOW WITH AN OPTIONAL 1-MILE WALK WHICH MAKES A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR MORE PEOPLE TO ENJOY THE FESTIVE FUN! OVER OUR YEARS IT HAS GROWN TO BECOME A CHERISHED EVENT FOR RUNNERS, WALKERS AND THEIR SUPPORTIVE FAMILY AND FRIENDS. THIS IS A GREAT RACE FOR SEASONED AND NOT SO SEASONED, AND A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE SOME FUN AND SHARE CHRISTMAS CHEER!
THE RACE STARTS AND ENDS IN DOWNTOWN WILLOUGHBY, FRESHLY DECORATED FROM THE HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY WHICH KICKS OFF THE FESTIVE WEEKEND. THE MOSTLY FLAT COURSE WINDS THROUGH SOME OF WILLOUGHBY'S OLDEST NEIGHBORHOODS. EACH PARTICIPANT IS THEN WELCOME TO STAY IN DTW FOR CELEBRATORY DRINKS ON US; WITH EACH RUNNER RECEIVING TWO DRINK TICKETS TO USE IN THE BARS AND RESTAURANTS.
THE MIRACLE ON ERIE STREET 5K IS GRACIOUSLY SUPPORTED BY A HOST OF SPONSORS WITHOUT THEM, OUR LOCAL SUPPORTERS AND VOLUNTEERS THIS RACE, AND THE WHOLE WEEKEND COULD NOT BE A SUCCESS.
THE ANNUAL TRADITION OF A CHRISTMAS THEMED 5K IN DOWNTOWN WILLOUGHBY IS IN ITS 11TH YEAR (YEAH, ITS A BIG DEAL!). NOW WITH AN OPTIONAL 1-MILE WALK WHICH MAKES A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR MORE PEOPLE TO ENJOY THE FESTIVE FUN! OVER OUR YEARS IT HAS GROWN TO BECOME A CHERISHED EVENT FOR RUNNERS, WALKERS AND THEIR SUPPORTIVE FAMILY AND FRIENDS. THIS IS A GREAT RACE FOR SEASONED AND NOT SO SEASONED, AND A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE SOME FUN AND SHARE CHRISTMAS CHEER!
THE RACE STARTS AND ENDS IN DOWNTOWN WILLOUGHBY, FRESHLY DECORATED FROM THE HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY WHICH KICKS OFF THE FESTIVE WEEKEND. THE MOSTLY FLAT COURSE WINDS THROUGH SOME OF WILLOUGHBY'S OLDEST NEIGHBORHOODS. EACH PARTICIPANT IS THEN WELCOME TO STAY IN DTW FOR CELEBRATORY DRINKS ON US; WITH EACH RUNNER RECEIVING TWO DRINK TICKETS TO USE IN THE BARS AND RESTAURANTS.
THE MIRACLE ON ERIE STREET 5K IS GRACIOUSLY SUPPORTED BY A HOST OF SPONSORS WITHOUT THEM, OUR LOCAL SUPPORTERS AND VOLUNTEERS THIS RACE, AND THE WHOLE WEEKEND COULD NOT BE A SUCCESS.
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