BRING THE NOISE!
Cleveland's BEST Fourth of July race is back! Put on your best Red, White, and Blue and take to the streets for this fast and flat 5 Miler. This event is open to all ages and abilities. Join the kid'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!
Race Day Friday, July 4, 2026 | Timeline
- 7:00 AM – Registration/Packet Pick Up opens at Bay High School
- 8:30 AM – 5 Miler begins
- 8:40 AM – 1 Mile Run/Walk begins
- 10:00 AM – Kids Track Dash on the Track (start expected after bulk of 5 Mile Runners are finished)
Festival Dates presented by Bay Village Kiwanis
- July 1 through 4 at Cahoon Park
- Visit Bay Village Kiwanis for all festival details
Runner Perks:
- Brooks® Podium Short Sleeve Shirt (unisex or women's fit)
- First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited.
- 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)
- First 900 entrants who opt in. Sizes limited.
- Custom finisher medal
- Chipped time
- USATF Certified 5 Mile course
- Finish line goodies, including popsicles and more!
- Age Group and Overall awards
- Runner Photos
*Kids Track Dash may pay $10 to purchase a shirt
Kids Track Dash
The Kids' Track Dash will take place on the Track at approximately 10am starting at the inflatable arch. Please be at the track by 9:45am for instruction. This is different from the annual 1 Mile Run
Award Categories
5 Mile Run
- Top 1 M/F
- Top 3 in 5 Year Age Groups from 14 & Under to 80 & Over
- Top M/F Master & Grandmaster
1 Mile Run/Walk
- Top 1 M/F 13 & Under
- Top 1 in Age Groups (7 & Under, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13)
Packet Pick Up:
- July 2 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- July 3 at Second Sole in Lakewood from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Race Day starting at 7:00 AM at Bay High School Track (Finish Line Area)