Northeast Ohio Race for Global Water
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Fairview Park, Ohio
- Price $33.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community and purpose at the 8th Annual Northeast Ohio Race for Global Water! On Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, join us at Fairview Park in Cuyahoga for a meaningful 5K run/walk that aims to raise vital funds for Water for People, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services for all. With over 2.2 billion people lacking access to safe water, your participation can make a real difference in the lives of those in need.
The event kicks off with race day registration and pickup starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the exhilarating 5K Run/Walk at 9:00 AM. Celebrate achievements at the awards ceremony, which will take place at 9:30 AM, recognizing the top three overall male and female participants. Plus, every participant can choose from a range of t-shirt sizes, ensuring a comfortable fit while you support a worthy cause. Join us in making an impact on global water access and sustainabilityβtogether, we can help build a healthier and more equitable world!
The event kicks off with race day registration and pickup starting at 8:00 AM, followed by the exhilarating 5K Run/Walk at 9:00 AM. Celebrate achievements at the awards ceremony, which will take place at 9:30 AM, recognizing the top three overall male and female participants. Plus, every participant can choose from a range of t-shirt sizes, ensuring a comfortable fit while you support a worthy cause. Join us in making an impact on global water access and sustainabilityβtogether, we can help build a healthier and more equitable world!
Organiser's Description
Join Ohio American Water Works Association (OAWWA) to raise funds for Water for People, a nonprofit organization with a mission to build a world where all people have access to safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene services that are resilient in the face of climate change, equitable to all, and bring health and prosperity to communities.
Over 2.2 billion people around the world dont have access to safe water and 3.5 billion lack access to adequate sanitation. Women and children spend more than 4 hours walking for water each day, and more than 840,000 people die each year from water-related diseases.
OAWWA IS TEAMED UP WITH WATER FOR PEOPLE TO HOST THE 8TH ANNUAL NORTHEAST OHIO RACE FOR GLOBAL WATER 5K. THIS YEARS 5K WILL BE OCTOBER 3RD AT ROCKY RIVER RESERVATION.
All net proceeds from this fundraiser support water access and sustainability for individuals around the world. For more information on who you will be benefiting, please visit https://www.waterforpeople.org.
SHIRTS:
We offer size Adult Small to 2X-Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option. T-SHIRTS WILL BE LIMITED AFTER SEPTEMBER 15 WITH LIMITED SELECTIONS.
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, October 3rd
8:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Pickup
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
9:30 AM - Awards Ceremony
AWARDS:
5K Run/ Walk
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Over 2.2 billion people around the world dont have access to safe water and 3.5 billion lack access to adequate sanitation. Women and children spend more than 4 hours walking for water each day, and more than 840,000 people die each year from water-related diseases.
OAWWA IS TEAMED UP WITH WATER FOR PEOPLE TO HOST THE 8TH ANNUAL NORTHEAST OHIO RACE FOR GLOBAL WATER 5K. THIS YEARS 5K WILL BE OCTOBER 3RD AT ROCKY RIVER RESERVATION.
All net proceeds from this fundraiser support water access and sustainability for individuals around the world. For more information on who you will be benefiting, please visit https://www.waterforpeople.org.
SHIRTS:
We offer size Adult Small to 2X-Large, plus we have $5 discount for a no shirt option. T-SHIRTS WILL BE LIMITED AFTER SEPTEMBER 15 WITH LIMITED SELECTIONS.
SCHEDULE:
Saturday, October 3rd
8:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Pickup
9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Begins
9:30 AM - Awards Ceremony
AWARDS:
5K Run/ Walk
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 3rd October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.95
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South Mastick Picnic Area, Rocky River Reservation, Fairview Park, 44126, OH, United States
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