Kelleys Island 5&10K Run/Walk & Fun Run
Sun, May 31, 2026, 10:45 AM EDT
- Location
- Kelleys Island, OH
- Kelleys Island Memorial Park, 112 Division Street, Lakeshore Dr. / Division St., 43438
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Enjoy a scenic island run along the lakefront, then unwind with a full weekend getaway experience on Kelleys Island.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
Escape to Kelleys Island for the 43rd annual 5K and 10K Run/Walk. This event invites you to embrace island time with a scenic route along the lakefront. Starting from Memorial Park, participants will enjoy water stations and chip timing. After crossing the finish line, the island encourages you to stay, play, explore, and relax, making it a perfect weekend getaway. Awards recognize top overall and age group finishers, adding a competitive edge to this traditional Sunday Runday.
What to expect
- Run or walk a scenic island route along the lakefront.
- Stay hydrated with water stations provided on the course.
- Compete for awards across overall and age group categories with chip timing.
Standout details
- 43rd annual island event
- Scenic lakefront route
- Chip timing and age group awards
- Weekend getaway potential
Perks & features
- Shirt
- Swag Included
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Distances & registration
4 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sun, May 31, 12:00 PM EDT · From $7.30
Opens Feb 19, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes May 31, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, May 31, 10:45 AM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Feb 19, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 6.2 Miles
Sun, May 31, 10:45 AM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Feb 19, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
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5K Walk
Sun, May 31, 10:45 AM EDT · From $33.80
Opens Feb 19, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Apr 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Distance only — terrain and weather data unavailable.
The course
- Timed race
From the organizer
Put yourself on island time! Make it a weekend getaway! The 43rd annual Kelleys Island 5 & 10K Run/Walk will be hosted by the Kelleys Island Chamber of Commerce on Sunday, May 31, 2026. The cannon goes off for the start of the races at 10:45 am from Memorial Park. Participants will enjoy a scenic island route along the lakefront and will be provided with water stations along the race route. After the race, it is time to... stay, play, explore, shop, dine, and relax around Kelleys Island.
** An early bird rate of $30 per participant will be available to those who pre-register online before midnight of April 30th.
** Register before midnight May 1st to be guaranteed a race shirt .
** The first 250 registered receive race bag
** Pre-Race Packet pick up will be held at Docker's Waterfront Bar & Restaurant from 2-4 pm on Saturday, May 30th, and on race day starting at 8:00AM in Memorial Park. Please note:
** Transportation Information to the island can be found at Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line https://www.kelleysislandferry.com/ and at the Jet Express https://www.jet-express.com/
** This event is on an island. All transportation provided by the Jet Express and Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line is weather-dependent. Please be aware of the weather conditions and how it will affect the ferry service to and from the island on the day of the race. It will be your responsibility to stay updated on inclement weather conditions via Kelleys Island Ferry Boat Line and Kelleys Island Chamber of Commerce FACEBOOK page.
** Awards will be given to the top one overall male and female participants in the 5K Walk, 5K Run, and 10K Run, along with the top three males and females in the following age groups (both 5K Run and 10K Run): 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65+
Chip timing will be provided by Advanced Sports Timing. Results will be posted live and available as soon as the participant finishes!
Join us for a traditional island Sunday Runday!
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