Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash

Bay Days 5 Miler, 1 Mile, & Kids Track Dash Race Information

<h4><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"><span style="color:rgb( 53 , 152 , 219 )">BRING</span> <span style="color:rgb( 52 , 73 , 94 )">THE</span> <span style="color:rgb( 224 , 62 , 45 )">NOISE</span>!</span></h4> <p>Cleveland&#39;s BEST <span style="color:#e03e2d"><b>Fourth</b></span> <b>of<span style="color:#e03e2d"> </span><span style="color:#3598db">July </span></b>race is back! Put on your best<b> <span style="color:#e03e2d">Red</span>, <span style="color:#000000">White</span>, and </b><span style="color:#3598db"><b>Blue</b> </span>and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid&#39;s run (shirt optional) or 1 mile walk so you can still get the awesome swag including a Brooks running shirt, finish line goodies, and more!</p> <h3><u><b>Race Day Friday, July 4, 2026 | Timeline </b></u></h3> <ul><li>7:00 AM - Registration/Packet Pick Up opens at Bay High School</li><li>8:30 AM - 5 Miler begins</li><li>8:40 AM - 1 Mile Run/Walk begins</li><li>10:00 AM - Kids Track Dash on the Track (start expected after bulk of 5 Mile Runners are finished)</li></ul> <h3><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">Festival Dates presented by Bay Village Kiwanis</span></strong></h3> <ul><li>July 1 through 4 at Cahoon Park</li><li><a href="https://www.bayvillagekiwanis.org/bay-days" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details</a></li></ul> <h3><u><b>Runner Perks:</b></u></h3> <ul><li>Brooks® Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women&#39;s fit) <ul><li>First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited. <ul><li>Late sign-ups will receive a quality soft fit shirt with the same design. (Shirt size may not be guaranteed if you register less than 2 weeks before the event)</li></ul> </li></ul> </li><li>Custom finisher medal</li><li>Chipped time</li><li>USATF Certified 5 Mile course</li><li>Finish line goodies, including popsicles and more!</li><li>Age Group and Overall awards</li><li>Runner Photos</li></ul> <p>*Kids Track Dash may pay $10 to purchase a shirt</p> <h3><b><u>Kids Track Dash</u></b></h3> <p>The Kids&#39; Track Dash will take place on the Track at approximately 10am starting at the inflatable arch. Please be at the track by <b>9:45am </b>for instruction. This is different from the annual 1 Mile Run</p> <h3><u><b>Award Categories</b></u></h3> <p><b>5 Mile Run</b></p> <ul><li>Top 1 M/F</li><li>Top 3 in 5 Year Age Groups from 14 &amp; Under to 80 &amp; Over</li><li>Top M/F Master &amp; Grandmaster</li></ul> <p><b>1 Mile Run/Walk</b></p> <ul><li>Top 1 M/F 13 &amp; Under</li><li>Top 1 in Age Groups (7 &amp; Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13)</li></ul> <h3><u><b>Packet Pick Up:</b></u></h3> <ul><li>July 2 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM</li><li>July 3 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM</li><li>Race Day starting at 7:00 AM at Bay High School Track (Finish Line Area)</li></ul>