Puzzle Dash 5K
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Barberton, Ohio
- Price Free - $44.95
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exhilarating Puzzle Dash 5K on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at the beautiful Columbia Woods Park in Barberton, Summit! This vibrant event not only promises a fun-filled day of running and walking but also supports a fantastic cause—autism awareness and the Kids First, Tops School. Participants will enjoy a scenic 5K route that takes them from Columbia Woods to Norton City High School and back. For younger participants and those needing a more accessible option, a special Kids Fun Run will also take place within the park.
Race day kicks off early with sign-ups starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:30 AM and the main 5K race at 9:00 AM. Runners and walkers can look forward to exciting post-race festivities, including refreshments, a fun zone, and an awards ceremony celebrating top finishers in various age categories. Plus, all participants will receive race medals, t-shirts, and goodies to keep the energy high! Enjoy a day filled with community spirit, entertainment from DJ Abner Santiago, and various vendors offering delicious food and fun activities. Join us for a memorable day that truly makes a difference
Race day kicks off early with sign-ups starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:30 AM and the main 5K race at 9:00 AM. Runners and walkers can look forward to exciting post-race festivities, including refreshments, a fun zone, and an awards ceremony celebrating top finishers in various age categories. Plus, all participants will receive race medals, t-shirts, and goodies to keep the energy high! Enjoy a day filled with community spirit, entertainment from DJ Abner Santiago, and various vendors offering delicious food and fun activities. Join us for a memorable day that truly makes a difference
Organiser's Description
Join us on April 25, 2026 for the Puzzle Dash 5K at Columbia Woods Park!, a fun-filled run supporting autism awareness and benefiting Kids First, Tops School! Lace up, dash for a cause, and help make a difference for children and families in our community. The race/walk will take participants on a scenic route from Columbia Woods to Norton City High School and back. For children with disabilities or those looking for a fun stroll through the park, a smaller, accessible path within Columbia Woods will host a separate race.
All runners and walkers will receive race medals, t-shirts, water, and bananas. The 5K will receive race numbers and trackers so family and friends can track their progress.
PUZZLE DASH 5K RACE DAY SCHEDULE
_Friday, April 24, 2026:_
Columbia Woods Pavilion
2:00-6:00 PM - Pre-race packet pickup
_Saturday, April 25, 2026:_
7:30 AM Race Day Sign-Ups & Packet Pick-Up Opens
8:30 AM - Kids Fun Run
8:45 AM Pre-Race Announcements
8:55 AM National Anthem
9:00 AM 5K Race Start!
9:45 AM Post-Race Refreshments & Fun Zone Open
10:15 AM Awards Ceremony
10:45 AM Community Fun & Wrap-Up
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
-Vendors will be set up throughout Columbia Woods
---Food and Drink
---Petting Zoo
---bouncy house
-50/50 and Potential Raffle Baskets
-Halfway Water Station provided by Aaron Greene.
-Entertainment includes DJ Abner Santiago
---John Dugos, our Official Photographer
T-SHIRTS:
We offer the following shirt sizes Youth Small-Large, Women X-Small-2X-Large, & Men Small-2X-Large. We also offer a no shirt option for a $5 discount. To be guaranteed a shirt size please register by April 3. Limited selection will be available after!
Awards:
_5K:_
Top 3 - Overall Female & Male
Top 1 - Female & Male in the following age groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT:
-Athletico: Pre-race stretching tent & support on the smaller track
-Race Penguin staff
SAFETY & SUPPORT:
-Norton City Police: Road security
-Norton City Fire Department: First aid support
PROMOTION & MEDIA:
-Social Media
-WEOL Wadsworth Radio Station will provide on-air advertisements
GIVING BACK:
All proceeds from Race Penguin will go to Kids First Tops Copley. For more information please visit their website at https://www.summitesc.org/AboutUs1.aspx.
We are actively seeking major donors to help make this event a success and support our community goals.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE PUZZLE DASH 5K!
All runners and walkers will receive race medals, t-shirts, water, and bananas. The 5K will receive race numbers and trackers so family and friends can track their progress.
PUZZLE DASH 5K RACE DAY SCHEDULE
_Friday, April 24, 2026:_
Columbia Woods Pavilion
2:00-6:00 PM - Pre-race packet pickup
_Saturday, April 25, 2026:_
7:30 AM Race Day Sign-Ups & Packet Pick-Up Opens
8:30 AM - Kids Fun Run
8:45 AM Pre-Race Announcements
8:55 AM National Anthem
9:00 AM 5K Race Start!
9:45 AM Post-Race Refreshments & Fun Zone Open
10:15 AM Awards Ceremony
10:45 AM Community Fun & Wrap-Up
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
-Vendors will be set up throughout Columbia Woods
---Food and Drink
---Petting Zoo
---bouncy house
-50/50 and Potential Raffle Baskets
-Halfway Water Station provided by Aaron Greene.
-Entertainment includes DJ Abner Santiago
---John Dugos, our Official Photographer
T-SHIRTS:
We offer the following shirt sizes Youth Small-Large, Women X-Small-2X-Large, & Men Small-2X-Large. We also offer a no shirt option for a $5 discount. To be guaranteed a shirt size please register by April 3. Limited selection will be available after!
Awards:
_5K:_
Top 3 - Overall Female & Male
Top 1 - Female & Male in the following age groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT:
-Athletico: Pre-race stretching tent & support on the smaller track
-Race Penguin staff
SAFETY & SUPPORT:
-Norton City Police: Road security
-Norton City Fire Department: First aid support
PROMOTION & MEDIA:
-Social Media
-WEOL Wadsworth Radio Station will provide on-air advertisements
GIVING BACK:
All proceeds from Race Penguin will go to Kids First Tops Copley. For more information please visit their website at https://www.summitesc.org/AboutUs1.aspx.
We are actively seeking major donors to help make this event a success and support our community goals.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE PUZZLE DASH 5K!
Races
-
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.95 Fee & Gender T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.95
CLOSED -
Kids Fun Run
Incl. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$23.95
CLOSED -
5K Angel's
Incl. Gender T-Shirt
Sat 25th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSED
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