Wishing Flower Walk & 5k
- Date Sun 23rd August 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Wishing Flower Walk & 5K in Cleveland, Cuyahoga, on Sunday, August 23, 2026! This uplifting event supports Project NICU and offers participants the chance to engage in both a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile run/walk, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. The Dandelion Dash for kids aged 12 and under kicks off at 8:15 AM, followed by the 5K at 8:30 AM and the 1-mile event at 9:00 AM.
All registered participants will receive a stylish short-sleeved t-shirt and can enjoy post-race refreshments, as well as access to the zoo for the entire day! Additionally, families can explore the Hope Grows Zone at the Palava Hut, featuring exciting activities for kids. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to make memories while supporting a great cause! Remember, registration is open until midnight on August 21, so sign up today and be part of this joyful celebration!
All registered participants will receive a stylish short-sleeved t-shirt and can enjoy post-race refreshments, as well as access to the zoo for the entire day! Additionally, families can explore the Hope Grows Zone at the Palava Hut, featuring exciting activities for kids. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to make memories while supporting a great cause! Remember, registration is open until midnight on August 21, so sign up today and be part of this joyful celebration!
Organiser's Description
Join Project NICU for our Wishing Flower Walk & 5K!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2026
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
Dandelion Dash - 8:15 am
5K Run/Walk- 8:30am
1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am
All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:15am prior to the start of the 5k run/walk
After the race, be sure to head to the Palava Hut and check out the Hope Grows Zone with activities for the kids.
*SORRY, DOGS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.
DISTANCES
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
1 Mile - not timed
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration until Friday, August 21 at midnight.
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
A short-sleeved t-shirt, and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION BY 9AM AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
Kids participating in the Dandelion Kids Dash will receive a cape.
SUPPORTER
Supporter Wristband - $20
All supporters the age of 2 and over will need to purchase a $20 wristband and must collect their wristbands prior to 9:00am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 9:00am and you have not picked up your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
ZOO MEMBERSHIP DOES NOT ALLOW FOR ENTRANCE INTO THE ZOO DURING THE EVENT. YOU MUST REGISTER AS A PARTICIPANT OR SUPPORTER FOR THE RACE.
NO DOGS ALLOWED PLEASE.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23, 2026
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
Dandelion Dash - 8:15 am
5K Run/Walk- 8:30am
1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am
All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:15am prior to the start of the 5k run/walk
After the race, be sure to head to the Palava Hut and check out the Hope Grows Zone with activities for the kids.
*SORRY, DOGS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED AT THIS RACE.
DISTANCES
5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
TIMING
5K - Chip Timed
1 Mile - not timed
REGISTRATION
Pre-Registration until Friday, August 21 at midnight.
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Make checks payable to Hermes Sports & Events and mail entries to:
Hermes Sports & Events
2425 West 11th St. Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
A short-sleeved t-shirt, and post-race refreshments and can enjoy the Zoo all day! MUST PICK UP YOUR WRISTBAND AT REGISTRATION BY 9AM AND ENTER THE ZOO BY 11AM
Kids participating in the Dandelion Kids Dash will receive a cape.
SUPPORTER
Supporter Wristband - $20
All supporters the age of 2 and over will need to purchase a $20 wristband and must collect their wristbands prior to 9:00am from the registration table and enter the zoo by 11am. After registration closes at 9:00am and you have not picked up your wristband, you must go to the box office and purchase a regularly priced ticket.
ZOO MEMBERSHIP DOES NOT ALLOW FOR ENTRANCE INTO THE ZOO DURING THE EVENT. YOU MUST REGISTER AS A PARTICIPANT OR SUPPORTER FOR THE RACE.
NO DOGS ALLOWED PLEASE.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at roadracing@hermescleveland.com
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