Wishing Flower Walk & 5k
- Date Sun 24th August 2025
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Cleveland, Ohio
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Wishing Flower Walk & 5K on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in Cleveland, Cuyahoga! This inaugural event invites participants of all ages to join Project NICU in a celebration of community spirit and healthy living. The day kicks off bright and early with registration and packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the chip-timed 5K Run/Walk at 8:00 AM and a 1 Mile Run/Walk at 9:00 AM. Young adventurers aged 12 and under can join the Dandelion Dash at 8:45 AM, making this a perfect outing for families.
Each participant will receive a stylish short-sleeved t-shirt and can enjoy post-race refreshments while spending the rest of the day at the Zoo and Rainforest! Don’t miss the chance to explore the Hope Grows Zone for fun activities designed for kids. Please note that no dogs will be allowed at this event, so make sure to plan accordingly. Registration is open until midnight on August 22, 2025, and includes all-day admission to the Zoo, making it a fantastic opportunity for a day of outdoor
Each participant will receive a stylish short-sleeved t-shirt and can enjoy post-race refreshments while spending the rest of the day at the Zoo and Rainforest! Don’t miss the chance to explore the Hope Grows Zone for fun activities designed for kids. Please note that no dogs will be allowed at this event, so make sure to plan accordingly. Registration is open until midnight on August 22, 2025, and includes all-day admission to the Zoo, making it a fantastic opportunity for a day of outdoor
Organiser's Description
Join Project NICU for our first ever Wishing Flower Walk & 5K!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2025
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
5K Run/Walk- 8:00am
1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am
All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:45am prior to the start of the 1 mile 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 22 at midnight.
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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 and Rainforest 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.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at [email protected]
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2025
START TIME
Registration/Packet Pick Up - 7:00am
5K Run/Walk- 8:00am
1 Mile Run/Walk- 9:00am
All kids 12 and under are invited to participate in the Dandelion Dash taking place at 8:45am prior to the start of the 1 mile 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 22 at midnight.
Race fees allow for admission to the Zoo all day!
All mailed entries must be received by Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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 and Rainforest 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.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at (216) 623-9933 or at [email protected]
Races
-
1 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 24th August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 24th August 2025 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Supporter
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sun 24th August 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSED
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