Run for Recovery
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Cleveland, Ohio
$16.90–$38.10 · 5 races
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!
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!
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Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:30 AM EDT
$38.10
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Kids' Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:25 AM EDT
$22.20
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One Mile Wellness Walk
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:45 AM EDT
$22.20
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Supporter (no shirt) (includes non-participating family members 2 years and older
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$16.90
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Virtual Participant with Packet Mailing (post race)
VirtualIncl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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].
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].
Location
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, 44109, OH, United States
Run for Recovery
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