Run to the Moon 5K/10K
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Wapakoneta, Ohio
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Participants can choose between a 5K, 10K, or even a 1-mile run/walk, with a flexible self-managed transfer option allowing you to adjust your distance as needed. Enjoy a space-themed atmosphere complete with a NASA astronaut to start the race and high-five you at the finish line, along with fun space facts along the course! Registration is just $35 and includes a unique space-themed medal, a t-shirt, and tasty Moon Pies to fuel your journey. Join us for this exciting celebration of space exploration and community spirit while supporting local initiatives through the United Way of Auglaize County. Mark your calendars and get ready for a stellar day of fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
2025 IS THE 56TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MOON LANDING. THIS EVENT STARTS AND FINISHES AT THE ARMSTRONG AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM IN WAPAKONETA OH, THE BIRTHPLACE OF NEIL ARMSTRONG. THE RACE IS A RUN/WALK AND HAS MANY UNIQUE FEATURES INCLUDING A NASA ASTRONAUT TO HELP START THE RUN AND HIGH-FIVE YOU AS YOU FINISH, SPACE FACTS ALONG THE COURSES, AND MUCH MORE. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS AMAZING AND EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.
EACH RUN HAS A $35 REGISTRATION FEE.
RACE AMENITIES: Space Themed Race Medal, T-Shirt, Moon Pies and more!
** MOON CITY CHALLENGE -- USE THIS LINK TO SIGN UP FOR ALL THREE RUNS: RUNSIGNUP.COM/RACE/OH/NEWKNOXVILLE/FLYMETOMOON **
RACE LOGISTICS:
FLEXIBILITY REGARDING YOUR RACE DISTANCE. You may alter your race distance yourself using the free, self-managed transfer we offer. Follow the link in your registration confirmation email to Manage Registration and transfer to a different distance event. You may shorten your race distance from the 10K to 5K to 1 Mile, and may do that yourself online and there is no change fee.
RACE START TIME ON SATURDAY JULY 19: The race will start on time at 8:15 a.m. (10K) and 8:30 a.m. (5K and 1 Mile) with no exceptions.
The Run to the Moon is organized by the United Way of Auglaize County. Proceeds will benefit the 2025 campaign and our partner agencies who provide programs and support to our friends, families and neighbors in need. Any donations will be directed to the United Way of Auglaize County's 2025 campaign and used in the same manner. The run is located on the grounds of the Armstrong Air and Space Museum but does not financially benefit the museum and/or its operations.
Races
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5K - Receive a Bib, Medal and T-Shirt (T-Shirt Sold Out) at the Actual Race in Wapakoneta on July 18, 2026
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 31 MAR 26 -
10K - Receive a Bib, Medal and T-Shirt (T-Shirt Sold Out) at the Actual Race in Wapakoneta on July 18, 2026
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 31 MAR 26 -
1 Mile Bling Run- Receive a Bib, Medal and T-Shirt (T-Shirt Sold Out) at the Actual Race in Wapakoneta on July 18, 2026`
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
OPENS 31 MAR 26 -
Virtual Run to the Moon- Walk or Run Anywhere and Receive the Bib, Medal and T-Shirt (T-Shirt Sold Out)!
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
OPENS 24 APR 26
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Armstrong Air and Space Museum, Wapakoneta, 45895, OH, United States
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