Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Wapakoneta, Ohio
- Price $38.10
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Participants can choose from three exciting distances: the 10K, 5K, or a 1-Mile Fun Run, all starting and finishing at the Armstrong Air and Space Museum. The race kicks off at 8:15 a.m. for the 10K and 8:30 a.m. for the 5K and 1-Mile events. Runners will enjoy unique features such as a NASA astronaut to cheer you on at the start and finish, as well as space-themed facts along the course. With amenities like a space-themed medal, a commemorative t-shirt, and delightful Moon Pies, this event promises fun for everyone! Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting celebration of space exploration and community spirit—register now and join us for a stellar day of running!
Organiser's Description
2026 IS THE 57TH 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 $30 REGISTRATION FEE UNTIL APRIL 30, 2026. RUN FEE IS $35 ON MAY 1, 2026.
RACE AMENITIES: Space Themed Race Medal, T-Shirt, Moon Pies and more!
T-shirt deadline is Saturday, July 11.
MOON CITY CHALLENGE -- USE THIS LINK TO SIGN UP FOR ALL THREE RUNS:
WWW.RUNSIGNUP.COM/RACE/OH/WAPAKONETA/MOONLIGHTGLOW5K [https://www.runsignup.com/race/oh/wapakoneta/moonlightglow5k]
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 18: 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 Run to the Moon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
10K Run to the Moon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
1 Mile Bling Run to the Moon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
5K Virtual Run to the Moon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
CLOSED -
10 K Virtual Run to the Moon
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
CLOSED -
5K No Frills Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
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10K No Frills Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
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1-Mile No Frills Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
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Armstrong Air and Space Museum, 500 Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta, 45895, OH, United States
Run to the Moon 5K/10K and 1-Mile Fun Run
