Run for Rainbow: 5k and Walk
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $13.72 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant and inspiring "Run for Rainbow: 5k and Walk" event on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This exciting day features a 5k run and a 1-mile walk, all aimed at raising funds and awareness for the University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital. Participants can also enjoy a fun-filled Kids Fun Run, which is a 100-yard dash, making it a perfect family-friendly occasion. The day kicks off with registration and packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:00 AM and the main 5k and 1-mile events at 8:30 AM.
This event promises not just a chance to get active but also to contribute to a great cause, with all race fees giving you admission to the Zoo for the entire day! Participants will receive a short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments to celebrate their efforts. Make sure to register by August 1 to secure your t-shirt on race day. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, come be a part of this uplifting event that supports children's health and well-being in our community!
This event promises not just a chance to get active but also to contribute to a great cause, with all race fees giving you admission to the Zoo for the entire day! Participants will receive a short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments to celebrate their efforts. Make sure to register by August 1 to secure your t-shirt on race day. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, come be a part of this uplifting event that supports children's health and well-being in our community!
Organiser's Description
We are excited for you to join us for a 5k run and 1 mile walk to raise money and awareness for the University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital through our Foundation's Associate Board. The vision of the Associate Board is to be a highly visible and innovative volunteer organization of committed, creative and entrepreneurial young professionals who contribute to the long-term sustainability of UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital by generating awareness, involvement and development of leadership among the next generation.
REMINDER: REGISTER BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT ON RACE DAY.
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
Kids Fun Run (100 yard dash)- 8:00am
5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk 8:30am
DISTANCE
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
Kids Fun Run - 100 yards
TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
1 Mile and Kids Fun Run - not timed
REGISTRATION
PRE-REGISTRATION
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
Thru the end of August 13.
5k - $35
1 mile not timed - $30
Kids Fun Run - $15.00
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
RACE DAY REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK UP BEGINS AT 7:00AM
AUGUST 14 THRU RACE DAY
5k timed - $40
1 mile not timed - $35
Kids Fun Run - $20.00
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo and Rainforest all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION (PRIOR TO 830AM) AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
REMINDER: REGISTER BEFORE FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT ON RACE DAY.
SUPPORTERS
Supporter Wristband - $12 cash or check (ZOO MEMBERSHIP DOES NOT ALLOW FOR FREE ENTRY)
All supporters THE AGE OF 2 AND OVER will need to purchase a $12 wristband (check or cash on site race morning) and must collect their wristbands prior to 8:30am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 8:30am and you have not received your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED BUT NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE ZOO.
AWARDS
5K Awards will be given to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall
SEEKING 2025 SPONSORSHIPS NOW! CONTACT :SPENCER ROULE (SROULE@CERITYPARTNERS.COM
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once weve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next years race or any other race.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
REMINDER: REGISTER BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT ON RACE DAY.
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
Kids Fun Run (100 yard dash)- 8:00am
5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk 8:30am
DISTANCE
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
Kids Fun Run - 100 yards
TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
1 Mile and Kids Fun Run - not timed
REGISTRATION
PRE-REGISTRATION
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
Thru the end of August 13.
5k - $35
1 mile not timed - $30
Kids Fun Run - $15.00
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
RACE DAY REGISTRATION/PACKET PICK UP BEGINS AT 7:00AM
AUGUST 14 THRU RACE DAY
5k timed - $40
1 mile not timed - $35
Kids Fun Run - $20.00
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo and Rainforest all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION (PRIOR TO 830AM) AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
REMINDER: REGISTER BEFORE FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT ON RACE DAY.
SUPPORTERS
Supporter Wristband - $12 cash or check (ZOO MEMBERSHIP DOES NOT ALLOW FOR FREE ENTRY)
All supporters THE AGE OF 2 AND OVER will need to purchase a $12 wristband (check or cash on site race morning) and must collect their wristbands prior to 8:30am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 8:30am and you have not received your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED BUT NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED IN THE ZOO.
AWARDS
5K Awards will be given to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall
SEEKING 2025 SPONSORSHIPS NOW! CONTACT :SPENCER ROULE (SROULE@CERITYPARTNERS.COM
REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS
Sorry, but all entries are non-refundable. Once weve received and processed your entry, you will not receive a refund, you may not give or sell your race number to other people, and entry fees are not transferable to the next years race or any other race.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS APR 25 -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS APR 25 -
Kids Fun Run- 100 Yard Dash
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$16.90
OPENS APR 25 -
Supporter Admission
Incl. $1.72 Fee
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$13.72
OPENS APR 25
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