Running the Shores - Jack and Jill Foundation Fundraiser
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:45AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the exciting Running the Shores event, taking place on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, in Cleveland's beautiful Edgewater Park! This third annual 5K run/walk is a fantastic opportunity to engage in friendly competition while supporting a great cause, benefiting the Jack and Jill of America Foundation. The day kicks off with check-in and on-site registration starting at 8:00 AM, followed by a special presentation honoring the late Dr. Edgar Jackson, a pioneer in sickle cell research.
Participants can choose between a chip-timed 5K run or an untimed 1-mile walk, both of which promise to be a day full of fun and community spirit. The race will start promptly at 8:45 AM from the Upper Edgewater West Shelter, welcoming both individuals and teams to join in the festivities. Be sure to register by August 19th to secure your event t-shirt, and enjoy refreshments waiting for you at the finish line. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make lasting memories with friends and family!
Participants can choose between a chip-timed 5K run or an untimed 1-mile walk, both of which promise to be a day full of fun and community spirit. The race will start promptly at 8:45 AM from the Upper Edgewater West Shelter, welcoming both individuals and teams to join in the festivities. Be sure to register by August 19th to secure your event t-shirt, and enjoy refreshments waiting for you at the finish line. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to run for a cause and make lasting memories with friends and family!
Organiser's Description
ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 29TH, THE JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC. ERIE SHORES CHAPTER WILL BE RUNNING THE SHORES IN OUR THIRD ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK, BENEFITING THE JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA FOUNDATION. WE INVITE FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND THE COMMUNITY TO TAKE THE PLUNGE WITH US FOR A DAY OF FRIENDLY COMPETITION FOR A CAUSE. CHECK-IN AND ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL OPEN AT 8:00 AM, FOLLOWED BY RECOGNITION OF THE SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS AND A SPECIAL PRESENTATION HONORING THE LATE DR. EDGAR JACKSON, PIONEER OF SICKLE CELL RESEARCH. RACERS WILL SET SAIL AT 8:45 AM FROM EDGEWATER PARK, WHERE BOTH INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS ARE WELCOME.
DATE
Saturday, August 29th, 2026
PLACE
UPPER EDGEWATER WEST SHELTER,_ LOCATED IN EDGEWATER PARK_
Cleveland, OH US 44102
For precise directions, please use this link [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Upper+Edgewater+West+Shelter/@41.4861853,-81.7442843,315m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830f1b7a9dda031:0x750e6490ed08dab0!8m2!3d41.4865247!4d-81.7439912!16s%2Fg%2F11bw1h2mhb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDkwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] or type in Google Maps "UPPER EDGEWATER WEST SHELTER"
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 8:00am
5k Run and 1 Mile Walk- 9:00am
DISTANCE
5K Run/Walk - Chip Timed
1 Mile Walk - Untimed
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration by 9 am on Friday, August 28th
5K - $35.00
1 Mile - $30
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
LATE REGISTRATION
After 9 am on Friday, August 29th - $40
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Registration includes a t-shirt. Please register by August 19th to guarantee your shirt on race day! If registered after this date, subject to availability.
Refreshments provided at the finish line.
SPONSORSHIP
If your business is interested in sponsoring our event, we offer several sponsorship levels and accept in-kind donations for race day snacks and refreshments. Please contact erieshores.foundation@gmail.com for details on how your support can provide a greater impact.
AWARDS
Awards given to the top 3 overall male and Female runners.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933 or roadracing@hermescleveland.com
*DOGS ARE ALLOWED, BUT WE ASK THAT YOU LINE UP IN THE BACK AND HAVE A SHORT LEASH.
DATE
Saturday, August 29th, 2026
PLACE
UPPER EDGEWATER WEST SHELTER,_ LOCATED IN EDGEWATER PARK_
Cleveland, OH US 44102
For precise directions, please use this link [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Upper+Edgewater+West+Shelter/@41.4861853,-81.7442843,315m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830f1b7a9dda031:0x750e6490ed08dab0!8m2!3d41.4865247!4d-81.7439912!16s%2Fg%2F11bw1h2mhb?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDkwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] or type in Google Maps "UPPER EDGEWATER WEST SHELTER"
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 8:00am
5k Run and 1 Mile Walk- 9:00am
DISTANCE
5K Run/Walk - Chip Timed
1 Mile Walk - Untimed
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration by 9 am on Friday, August 28th
5K - $35.00
1 Mile - $30
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
LATE REGISTRATION
After 9 am on Friday, August 29th - $40
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
Registration includes a t-shirt. Please register by August 19th to guarantee your shirt on race day! If registered after this date, subject to availability.
Refreshments provided at the finish line.
SPONSORSHIP
If your business is interested in sponsoring our event, we offer several sponsorship levels and accept in-kind donations for race day snacks and refreshments. Please contact erieshores.foundation@gmail.com for details on how your support can provide a greater impact.
AWARDS
Awards given to the top 3 overall male and Female runners.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933 or roadracing@hermescleveland.com
*DOGS ARE ALLOWED, BUT WE ASK THAT YOU LINE UP IN THE BACK AND HAVE A SHORT LEASH.
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Upper Edgewater Dr, Cleveland, 44102, OH, United States
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