2024 Run for Recovery

Saturday, August 12, 2023 Past event
8:45 AM EDT
Cleveland, Ohio
$20.00–$35.00 · 4 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant 2024 Run for Recovery on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in beautiful Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This annual community event, now in its 12th year, brings together over 450 runners and walkers to support Recovery Resources in its mission to help individuals triumph over mental illness and addiction. Participants can choose from a spirited 5K run/walk or a relaxing One Mile Wellness Walk, making it a fantastic opportunity for everyone to get involved, whether for personal health, recovery, or in memory of a loved one.

The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup at 7:00 AM, followed by a series of exciting activities, including a kids' fun run, yoga warmup, and more! Not only does registration include a wristband for all-day admission to the Zoo and Rainforest, but participants will also enjoy a post-race celebration featuring awards, refreshments, and the lively sounds of DJ Stepone, voted Cleveland's best DJ in 2023. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!

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Races

  • 5k

    Includes T-Shirt

    8:30 AM EDT

    $35.00

    Entries closed
  • 1 Mile

    Includes T-Shirt

    8:45 AM EDT

    $20.00

    Entries closed
  • Kids Fun Run

    Includes T-Shirt

    8:25 AM EDT

    $20.00

    Entries closed
  • Virtual Participant

    Virtual

    Includes T-Shirt

    8:45 AM EDT

    $35.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

ALL PROCEEDS FROM RUN FOR RECOVERY WILL BENEFIT RECOVERY RESOURCES' MISSION OF HELPING PEOPLE TRIUMPH OVER MENTAL ILLNESS, ALCOHOLISM, DRUG AND OTHER ADDICTIONS.

Run for Recovery, in its 12th year, is a signature community event and an opportunity to move for something that matters - whether that is for health, recovery, or in memory of a loved one. More than 450 runners and walkers come together to raise funds in support of our mission of providing hope and help for people struggling with mental illness and addiction. This is a great opportunity for your employees to connect and support with a corporate team.

Schedule
7:00am - Open Registration and Packet Pickup Begins
7:15am - Zoo Gate Opens, Community Tables Open, Putt Putt Course for Kids (presented by the Cuyahoga Problem Gambling Coalition https://www.recres.org/cpgc)
7:45am - Yoga Warmup with Seed Yoga https://seedyogaohio.org (_FREE & OPTIONAL_)
8:15am - Opening Ceremonies @ Palava Hut
8:25am - Kids' Fun Run
8:30am - 5K
8:45am - Registration Closes
8:45am - One Mile Wellness Walk
9:45am - Medal Ceremony & Fundraising Awards @ Palava Hut

FEATURING DJ STEPONE https://www.youtube.com/@thesuperkid1 - VOTED CLEVELAND'S BEST DJ IN 2023 BY CLEVELAND SCENE https://www.clevescene.com/best-of/2023/arts-and-entertainment MAGAZINE.

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



START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
5K Run/Walk- 8:30am
One Mile Wellness Walk- 8:45am



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-332464;perpage:100



REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration until Thursday, August 10 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
(DAY-OF REGISTRATIONS BOTH DO NOT GUARANTEE A RACE SHIRT, OR A RACE SHIRT OF YOUR REQUESTED SIZE)

_*Registration fees include wristband for admission into the Zoo and Rainforest all day!
*Per Zoo policy, free entry for children 2 years old and under.

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All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 7, 2024
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 and Rainforest all day!
MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 10AM!



Awards
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND:

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+

Additional Awards
INDIVIDUAL FUNDRAISER AWARD: Largest amount raised by an INDIVIDUAL
TEAM FUNDRAISER AWARD: Largest amount raised by a TEAM

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 2024 Run for Recovery, contact Ethan Krasnow, Associate Director of Advancement & Communications, at [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

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