Run the Ridge
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location North Ridgeville, Ohio
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and fitness at the 32nd Annual Run the Ridge, taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the beautiful North Ridgeville, Lorain! This vibrant 5K run/walk is not just about personal bests; it's also a chance to support a worthy cause, as the event benefits pediatric cancer research.
Join us for a fun-filled race day that kicks off with early packet pickup on August 7 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the North Ridgeville Academic Center. Race day begins bright and early, with registration from 7:30 AM, followed by a Kids’ Fun Run at 8:50 AM and the main 5K run/walk starting at 9:00 AM. Participants can enjoy a variety of activities, including post-race food, custom finisher medals, and awards for top finishers across multiple age categories. It’s a fantastic opportunity to engage with the community, challenge yourself, and make a difference—all while having a great time! Don’t miss out on this exciting event that promises fun for runners of all ages!
Join us for a fun-filled race day that kicks off with early packet pickup on August 7 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the North Ridgeville Academic Center. Race day begins bright and early, with registration from 7:30 AM, followed by a Kids’ Fun Run at 8:50 AM and the main 5K run/walk starting at 9:00 AM. Participants can enjoy a variety of activities, including post-race food, custom finisher medals, and awards for top finishers across multiple age categories. It’s a fantastic opportunity to engage with the community, challenge yourself, and make a difference—all while having a great time! Don’t miss out on this exciting event that promises fun for runners of all ages!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US THIS AUGUST FOR THE 32ND ANNUAL _RUN THE RIDGE_ 5K RUN/WALK PRESENTED BY THE LIONS CLUB OF NORTH RIDGEVILLE!
THIS YEAR, THE EVENT BENEFITS PEDIATRIC CANCER RESEARCH.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026
*
4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
* North Ridgeville Academic Center - 34620 Bainbridge Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
* Community Entry is located on the northeast corner of the building across from the North Ridgeville Fire Department on Ranger Way.
RACE MORNING
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026
*
7:30 A.M.- RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP
*
8:50 A.M.- KID'S FUN RUN START (400M RACE AROUND THE TRACK)
*
9:00 A.M. - 5K RUN AND WALK START
REGISTRATION FEES
*
5K ADULTS: $35 PRE-REGISTRATION, $40 RACE DAY
*
5K AGES 19 AND UNDER: $25 PRE-REGISTRATION, $30 RACE DAY
*
KID'S FUN RUN: $10 PRE-REGISTRATION AND RACE DAY
ALL MAILED PRE-REGISTERED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026. A PAPER ENTRY FORM CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE AND MAIL ENTRIES TO: HERMES SPORTS AND EVENTS (2425 WEST 11TH STREET #2 CLEVELAND, OH 44113)
WHAT YOU GET
*
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
*
CUSTOM T-SHIRTS TO ALL REGISTERED BY AUGUST 1 (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AFTER AUGUST 1)
*
POST-RACE FOOD AND DRINKS
*
LIVE 5K CHIP TIMED RESULTS
*
AWARDS TO OVERALL AND AGE GROUP WINNERS
AWARDS
*
TOP OVERALL MALE AND TOP FEMALE
*
TOP THREE MALE/FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE CATEGORIES:
*
14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
MORE INFORMATION
*
HERMES SPORTS & EVENTS AT 216-623-9933 AND ROADRACING@HERMESCLEVELAND.COM
*
ANGELA AT LIONSCLUBOFNR@GMAIL.COM
*DOGS ARE ALLOWED BUT WE ASK THAT YOU LINE UP IN THE BACK AND HAVE A SHORT LEASH.
THIS YEAR, THE EVENT BENEFITS PEDIATRIC CANCER RESEARCH.
EARLY PACKET PICKUP
FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 2026
*
4:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
* North Ridgeville Academic Center - 34620 Bainbridge Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
* Community Entry is located on the northeast corner of the building across from the North Ridgeville Fire Department on Ranger Way.
RACE MORNING
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026
*
7:30 A.M.- RACE DAY REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICK-UP
*
8:50 A.M.- KID'S FUN RUN START (400M RACE AROUND THE TRACK)
*
9:00 A.M. - 5K RUN AND WALK START
REGISTRATION FEES
*
5K ADULTS: $35 PRE-REGISTRATION, $40 RACE DAY
*
5K AGES 19 AND UNDER: $25 PRE-REGISTRATION, $30 RACE DAY
*
KID'S FUN RUN: $10 PRE-REGISTRATION AND RACE DAY
ALL MAILED PRE-REGISTERED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2026. A PAPER ENTRY FORM CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE.
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE AND MAIL ENTRIES TO: HERMES SPORTS AND EVENTS (2425 WEST 11TH STREET #2 CLEVELAND, OH 44113)
WHAT YOU GET
*
CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
*
CUSTOM T-SHIRTS TO ALL REGISTERED BY AUGUST 1 (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AFTER AUGUST 1)
*
POST-RACE FOOD AND DRINKS
*
LIVE 5K CHIP TIMED RESULTS
*
AWARDS TO OVERALL AND AGE GROUP WINNERS
AWARDS
*
TOP OVERALL MALE AND TOP FEMALE
*
TOP THREE MALE/FEMALE FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE CATEGORIES:
*
14 & UNDER, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
MORE INFORMATION
*
HERMES SPORTS & EVENTS AT 216-623-9933 AND ROADRACING@HERMESCLEVELAND.COM
*
ANGELA AT LIONSCLUBOFNR@GMAIL.COM
*DOGS ARE ALLOWED BUT WE ASK THAT YOU LINE UP IN THE BACK AND HAVE A SHORT LEASH.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 MAY -
Kid's Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (8:45AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 01 MAYThe kids fun run is a quarter mile lap around the high school track.
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North Ridgeville Ranger Stadium, 34600 Bainbridge Rd., North Ridgeville, 44039, OH, United States
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