BE FAST 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Toledo, OH
- 250 Water St, 43604
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run or walk for a vital cause along Toledo's scenic riverfront, supporting stroke survivors with every step.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseJoin the BE FAST 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk in downtown Toledo, a heartfelt event honoring stroke survivors and their families. This flat course guides you along the scenic Maumee Riverfront, across the Cherry Street Bridge, and through the beautiful Glass City Metropark. Every registration and donation directly supports The ProMedica Foundation Stroke Patient Assistance Fund, providing vital aid for medications, equipment, transportation, and living expenses for patients in need. Enjoy a day of community, education, and support for a meaningful cause.
What to expect
- * Choose between a 5k run or a 1-mile walk on a flat course.
- * Enjoy a post-race meal, snacks, and drinks, plus a Kids Fun run.
- * Access free stroke risk assessments, educational materials, and a community resource fair.
Standout details
- 100% proceeds to Stroke Patient Assistance Fund
- Scenic course along Maumee River and Metropark
- Free registration for stroke survivors
- Post-race meal, DJ, face painting, balloon animals
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 8:00 PM EST · Closes Oct 10, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Oct 10, 9:30 AM EDT · From $22.70
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 8:00 PM EST · Closes Oct 10, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
BE FAST WALK
Sat, Oct 10, 9:45 AM EDT · From $28.00
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 8:01 PM EST · Closes Oct 10, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
+ 1 more optionHide
- 100 Yards
Sat, Oct 10, 9:30 AM EDT · From $12.10
Opens Dec 31, 2025, 8:00 PM EST · Closes Oct 10, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingThe course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
5k run or 1 mile walk honoring stroke survivors and their family members
Located in downtown Toledo at Promenade Park
Run along the Maumee River front, across the Cherry Street Bridge and through the beautiful Glass City Metropark
100% of registration, donations, and raffle proceeds will go directly into The ProMedica Foundation Stroke Patient Assistance Fund. The fund is able to cover the cost of medications, health equipment, health supplies, transportation to and from appointments, and rent/utilities for patients with limited financial means as a result of their stroke.
Your Entry Includes:
Entrance to the 5K Run/1 Mile Walk
Bib Chip Timing
*BE FAST Stroke 5k T-Shirt*
Snacks and Drinks
Post race meal
Free Stroke Risk Assessments including blood pressure screenings
Stroke Educational Material
Entrance into the community resource fair with multiple vendors
Face painting/balloon animals
DJ and photography
Kids Fun run will start at 9:30am and is a 100 yard dash.
Walk will start at 9:45 am .
Run will start at 10:00am .
Registration Fee is $25.00 per participant until 11:59 on 9 /25/2026.
Price increase to $35.00 per participant on 9/26/2026 .
Registration is free for stroke survivors.
Silent auction and raffle items will be available! Raffle starts at 11:30am following the Awards Ceremony
**Race shirts are not guaranteed after September 25, 2026**
*You must be present to receive your shirt. Shirts will not be mailed unless you are a virtual participant*
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