Run for Recovery

  • Date Sat 9th August 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Cleveland, Ohio
  • Price $16.90 - $38.10
  • Races 5 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the annual Run for Recovery on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in beautiful Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This uplifting event celebrates Recovery Resources' 70th-year platinum anniversary, bringing together runners and walkers of all ages to support a vital cause: helping individuals triumph over mental illness, alcoholism, drug addiction, and other challenges.

The day kicks off bright and early at 7:00 AM with open registration and packet pickup, followed by a series of exciting activities. Participants can choose from a chip-timed 5K run/walk starting at 8:30 AM or a one-mile wellness walk at 8:50 AM. Families can also enjoy the Kids' Fun Run at 8:25 AM. All registration fees include a wristband for all-day admission to the zoo, ensuring a fantastic day of fun and fitness. Don't miss out on this opportunity to run, walk, and make a difference in your community!

Organiser's Description

We hope you will join us this year at our annual Run for Recovery, where we will also celebrate Recovery Resources 70th-year platinum anniversary!

At the Run, runners, and walkers of all ages come together to support, celebrate, remember, and raise funds in support of our mission: Helping people triumph over mental illness, alcoholism, drug, and other addictions.

Schedule
7:00am - Open Registration and Packet Pickup Begins
7:15am - Zoo Gate Opens, Community Tables Open,
8:15am - Opening Ceremonies @ Palava Hut
8:25am - Kids' Fun Run
8:30am - 5K
8:45am - Registration Closes
8:50am - One Mile Wellness Walk
9:45am - Medal Ceremony @ Palava Hut

_*REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE WRISTBAND FOR ADMISSION INTO THE ZOO ALL DAY!_



START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
5K Run/Walk- 8:30am
One Mile Wellness Walk- 8:50am



DISTANCES
5K Run/Walk
One Mile Wellness Walk



TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
One Mile Wellness Walk - Not Timed
Virtual Runners - Submit Your Results HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/116819#resultSetId-534966;perpage:100]



REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration until Thursday, August 7 at midnight.

5k - $35 (RACE DAY: $40)
1 mile not timed - $20 (RACE DAY: $25)
Kid's Fun Run - $20 (race day: $25)
Supporter - $15 (race day: $20, no shirt)
Virtual Participant - $35
REGISTRATION AFTER SATURDAY, AUGUST 2ND OR ON RACE DAY: T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED AND SIZES ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY!

_*Registration fees include wristband for admission into the Zoo all day!
*Per Zoo policy, free entry for children under the age of two.

_

All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:

Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113



*SORRY, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.



PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
A short-sleeved t-shirt and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo all day!
MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 10AM!



Awards

1ST PLACE RUN MEDALS FOR FEMALE & MALE IN THE FOLLOWING AGE BRACKETS:
-Under 10
-10-19
-20-29
-30-39
-40-49
-50-59
-60+

Volunteers
Volunteer with us and help make the race great! Sign up HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/OH/Cleveland/RunforRecovery4]



Supporters
Supporters wanting to cheer on runners/walkers will need to register for the event. There is a "Supporter" option when registering.



More Information
For more information regarding the 2025 Run for Recovery, contact [email protected].

For more information regarding the race, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at [email protected].

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $38.10

  • Kids' Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:25AM EDT)

    $22.20

  • One Mile Wellness Walk

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    $22.20

  • Supporter (No Shirt) (Includes Non-Participating Family Members 2 Years and Older

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Sat 9th August 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $16.90

  • Virtual Participant With Packet Mailing (Post Race)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    $38.10

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Location

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States

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