The W.A.G.S. Wonder Run 5K
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Berea, Ohio
- Price $22.45 - $38.35
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the W.A.G.S. Wonder Run 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 2nd, 2025, at Coe Lake Park in Berea, Cuyahoga! This vibrant event features a timed 5K run and a one-mile walk and roll, welcoming participants of all abilities, from competitive athletes to casual walkers. Dress as your favorite superhero and join the celebration while supporting a fantastic cause—Working Animals Giving Service for Kids, which trains service dogs for children with special needs.
Kick off the day with packet pick-up starting at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5K race at 10:00 AM and the one-mile event at 10:15 AM. With chip timing, custom finisher medals, and awards for top finishers, there's plenty of excitement in store! Plus, local vendors will be on-site offering crafts and activities, ensuring a fun-filled atmosphere for the entire family. Whether you choose to participate in person or join virtually, your registration supports a meaningful mission and promotes health, inclusion, and the incredible abilities of children facing challenges. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event—mark your calendars and be part of
Kick off the day with packet pick-up starting at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5K race at 10:00 AM and the one-mile event at 10:15 AM. With chip timing, custom finisher medals, and awards for top finishers, there's plenty of excitement in store! Plus, local vendors will be on-site offering crafts and activities, ensuring a fun-filled atmosphere for the entire family. Whether you choose to participate in person or join virtually, your registration supports a meaningful mission and promotes health, inclusion, and the incredible abilities of children facing challenges. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event—mark your calendars and be part of
Organiser's Description
THE WONDER KIDS ARE BACK! JOIN US FOR ANOTHER AMAZING ADVENTURE AT
THE W.A.G.S. WONDER RUN*!
A 5K TIMED RUN + ONE MILE WALK & ROLL ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 2ND, 2025!
_*VIRTUAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE*_
BE A HERO! DRESS UP AS YOUR FAVORITE SUPERHERO!
BENEFITING WORKING ANIMALS GIVING SERVICE FOR KIDS, TRAINING SERVICE DOGS FOR KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL WHETHER YOU ARE A COMPETITIVE RUNNER, EVERYDAY RUNNER, OR WALKER!
PRESENTED BY FIRSTENERGY TO PROMOTE HEALTH AND INCLUSION - GIVING VISIBILITY TO THE POWER OF SERVICE DOGS
AND THE INCREDIBLE ABILITIES OF CHILDREN LIVING WITH CHALLENGES IN THEIR EVERYDAY LIVES.
ALL REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
-Leashed Dogs Welcome! (No add'l fee)
-Official Wonder Run promotional items
-Chip timing for the 5K race
-Custom finisher medals designed by our guys at GCI* & awards for top finishers
-Post race refreshments
-Online results posted same day
-And more!
* items guaranteed to those who pre-register before Friday, July 18th
ORIGINAL T-SHIRT also _designed and printed by our guys at GCI_, AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER BY OR BEFORE JULY 18TH, 2025 _for pickup the day of the event_. Shirts may also be ordered at the door for an additional fee to be mailed directly to you.
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
-9:00 AM- Packet pick up and day of registration begins
-10:00 AM- 5K starts
-10:15 AM- 1 Mile starts
-11:30 AM- Awards ceremony begins
LOCATION:
Coe Lake Park, Berea, OH 44017 (Map It [https://goo.gl/maps/xEeFeoh2QZB9PEYY9])
Check out our 5K course: Map It [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2126409772]
Have questions regarding the event? Contact Sera at [email protected]
SHOP LOCAL
_Click for Sponsor/Vendor Opportunities. [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9sfyjac5esihl6imvdck0/5K-Sponsor-Opportunities-Vendor-Package.pdf?rlkey=gbcpmo7sccq485yhl10hulv8i&st=sz9kfzrl&dl=0] List of vendors will be posted closer to the date of the event._
Local businesses will be onsite before and after the race with crafts, activities, handmade goods and of course - photos with your favorite super heroes!
CLICK: FAQS [http://www.wags4kids.org/wonder-run-5k#7]
VIRTUAL RACE
Virtual races allow you to race anywhere, anytime, at any pace. Post your results online and receive your race swag in the mail! Sign up today!
HOW THE VIRTUAL RACE WORKS:
* Sign up between now and August 1st.
* Download your virtual bib.
* Race anywhere, anytime, any pace.
* Post your time to your Run Sign Up profile when you complete your race (Before 8/2 at Noon).
* Receive your race swag in the mail within 10 business days of the event.
What is included with your virtual entry fee:
* $10 - $15 donation to the organization.
* Custom finisher medal.
* Race Shirt (If ordered, by or before 7/18/25)
* Shipping of your race swag.
Virtual Race registration cost includes a small processing fee at check-out.
Email your questions to [email protected]
MAKE YOUR MILES COUNT EVEN MORE!
One way to share the work of our organization and mission is to become a charity team fundraiser! Below are simple ways to fundraise for this event:
1. SIGN UP FOR THE RACE AND TO BECOME A FUNDRAISER OR START A FUNDRAISING TEAM DURING REGISTRATION: Reach out to your friends, family, colleagues, and local businesses to donate to help reach your teams over-all goal which helps to raise awareness for W.A.G.S. 4 Kids!
2. SET YOUR GOAL: We suggest $500 for individuals and $2,000 for teams. Those who raise $250+ become an official charity team member and earn a special charity team member t-shirt. Those who raise $500+ get the charity team t-shirt and their race entry re-funded back to them.
3. FUND-YOUR-RUN: Get sponsored for your run! Ask friends, family, and co-workers to sponsor you per mile. This is an easy way to get others involved and to quickly reach your personal fundraising goal.
All proceeds from the race will go directly to W.A.G.S. 4 Kids' service dog training programs and services, serving kids in need throughout 35 counties of NE & Central Ohio for 20 years...and counting! To read about the WAGS 4 Kids programs and services click here [http://www.wags4kids.org].
THE W.A.G.S. WONDER RUN*!
A 5K TIMED RUN + ONE MILE WALK & ROLL ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 2ND, 2025!
_*VIRTUAL OPTIONS AVAILABLE*_
BE A HERO! DRESS UP AS YOUR FAVORITE SUPERHERO!
BENEFITING WORKING ANIMALS GIVING SERVICE FOR KIDS, TRAINING SERVICE DOGS FOR KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL WHETHER YOU ARE A COMPETITIVE RUNNER, EVERYDAY RUNNER, OR WALKER!
PRESENTED BY FIRSTENERGY TO PROMOTE HEALTH AND INCLUSION - GIVING VISIBILITY TO THE POWER OF SERVICE DOGS
AND THE INCREDIBLE ABILITIES OF CHILDREN LIVING WITH CHALLENGES IN THEIR EVERYDAY LIVES.
ALL REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
-Leashed Dogs Welcome! (No add'l fee)
-Official Wonder Run promotional items
-Chip timing for the 5K race
-Custom finisher medals designed by our guys at GCI* & awards for top finishers
-Post race refreshments
-Online results posted same day
-And more!
* items guaranteed to those who pre-register before Friday, July 18th
ORIGINAL T-SHIRT also _designed and printed by our guys at GCI_, AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER BY OR BEFORE JULY 18TH, 2025 _for pickup the day of the event_. Shirts may also be ordered at the door for an additional fee to be mailed directly to you.
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
-9:00 AM- Packet pick up and day of registration begins
-10:00 AM- 5K starts
-10:15 AM- 1 Mile starts
-11:30 AM- Awards ceremony begins
LOCATION:
Coe Lake Park, Berea, OH 44017 (Map It [https://goo.gl/maps/xEeFeoh2QZB9PEYY9])
Check out our 5K course: Map It [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2126409772]
Have questions regarding the event? Contact Sera at [email protected]
SHOP LOCAL
_Click for Sponsor/Vendor Opportunities. [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9sfyjac5esihl6imvdck0/5K-Sponsor-Opportunities-Vendor-Package.pdf?rlkey=gbcpmo7sccq485yhl10hulv8i&st=sz9kfzrl&dl=0] List of vendors will be posted closer to the date of the event._
Local businesses will be onsite before and after the race with crafts, activities, handmade goods and of course - photos with your favorite super heroes!
CLICK: FAQS [http://www.wags4kids.org/wonder-run-5k#7]
VIRTUAL RACE
Virtual races allow you to race anywhere, anytime, at any pace. Post your results online and receive your race swag in the mail! Sign up today!
HOW THE VIRTUAL RACE WORKS:
* Sign up between now and August 1st.
* Download your virtual bib.
* Race anywhere, anytime, any pace.
* Post your time to your Run Sign Up profile when you complete your race (Before 8/2 at Noon).
* Receive your race swag in the mail within 10 business days of the event.
What is included with your virtual entry fee:
* $10 - $15 donation to the organization.
* Custom finisher medal.
* Race Shirt (If ordered, by or before 7/18/25)
* Shipping of your race swag.
Virtual Race registration cost includes a small processing fee at check-out.
Email your questions to [email protected]
MAKE YOUR MILES COUNT EVEN MORE!
One way to share the work of our organization and mission is to become a charity team fundraiser! Below are simple ways to fundraise for this event:
1. SIGN UP FOR THE RACE AND TO BECOME A FUNDRAISER OR START A FUNDRAISING TEAM DURING REGISTRATION: Reach out to your friends, family, colleagues, and local businesses to donate to help reach your teams over-all goal which helps to raise awareness for W.A.G.S. 4 Kids!
2. SET YOUR GOAL: We suggest $500 for individuals and $2,000 for teams. Those who raise $250+ become an official charity team member and earn a special charity team member t-shirt. Those who raise $500+ get the charity team t-shirt and their race entry re-funded back to them.
3. FUND-YOUR-RUN: Get sponsored for your run! Ask friends, family, and co-workers to sponsor you per mile. This is an easy way to get others involved and to quickly reach your personal fundraising goal.
All proceeds from the race will go directly to W.A.G.S. 4 Kids' service dog training programs and services, serving kids in need throughout 35 counties of NE & Central Ohio for 20 years...and counting! To read about the WAGS 4 Kids programs and services click here [http://www.wags4kids.org].
Races
-
Wonder Run 5K
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt (Adult Sizes - Unisex)
Sat 2nd August 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
$38.35
-
1 Mile Walk & Roll
Incl. $2.45 Fee & T-Shirt (Adult Sizes - Unisex)
Sat 2nd August 2025 (10:15AM EDT)
$22.45
-
Virtual Run 5K
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt (Adult Sizes - Unisex)
$38.35
What to do: 1. Register here. 2. Download your virtual race bib 3. Run/walk when and where you choose, within the given time frame. 4. Post your time to Run Sign Up. 5. Your SWAG will be mailed to you! How to post your race results to Run Sign Up: 1. Log into your Run Signup Account. 2. Click the logo in the upper right-hand corner of the page and choose "My Profile." 3. Wait for your finisher medal to arrive within 1 week of the race's close date. -
Virtual 1 Mile Walk & Roll
Incl. $2.45 Fee & T-Shirt (Adult Sizes - Unisex)
$22.45
What to do: 1. Register here. 2. Download your virtual race bib 3. Run/walk when and where you choose, within the given time frame. 4. Post your time to Run Sign Up. 5. Your SWAG will be mailed to you! How to post your race results to Run Sign Up: 1. Log into your Run Signup Account. 2. Click the logo in the upper right-hand corner of the page and choose "My Profile." 3. Wait for your finisher medal to arrive within 1 week of the race's close date.
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